How can I create 3D animations using Python?

How can I create 3D animations using Python?

You can use libraries like Pygame, Blender's Python API, or Matplotlib for 3D animations. Which one are you interested in?

I'm interested in using Blender's Python API. Can you give me a basic example?

Sure! First, make sure you have Blender installed. You can create a simple animation by scripting in Blender's text editor. Here's a basic example:

import bpy

# Create a new cube
bpy.ops.mesh.primitive_cube_add(size=2)

# Set keyframes for animation
cube = bpy.context.object
cube.location = (0, 0, 0)
cube.keyframe_insert(data_path='location', frame=1)

cube.location = (5, 5, 0)
cube.keyframe_insert(data_path='location', frame=50)

This will move a cube from the origin to the coordinates (5, 5, 0) over 50 frames.

That sounds great! How do I run this script in Blender?

To run the script, open Blender, go to the 'Scripting' tab, create a new text file, paste the script, and click 'Run Script'. You should see the animation in the timeline!

Thanks! Can I also add materials to the cube in the same script?

Yes, you can! You can create a material and assign it to the cube in the same script. Would you like an example of that?