Normal maps are a common way to add detail and realism to 3D models without increasing the polygon count. They store the direction and intensity of the surface normals, which affect how the light ...

Learn how to optimize your UV layout for baking normal maps in Blender in six simple steps. ... This is the process of flattening the 3D surface of your model into a 2D image that can be textured.

The Grease Pencil tool in Blender allows you to draw directly on your 2D image and convert the drawing into a 3D object. Here’s how: a. Import your 2D image into Blender by navigating to “File” > ...