Master 3D modelling and animation with Cinema 4D. Learn from experts to create stunning visuals and efficient design workflows while enhancing creative skills effectively.
2 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Exploring the Cinema 4D interface and 3D modelling tools, enabling you to create stunning visuals.
- How to use polygon modelling, sculpting and texturing techniques, empowering you to bring your creative ideas to life.
- Understanding animation principles, helping you create dynamic and realistic movement.
- How to use lighting, rendering and compositing tools, enabling you to create high quality scenes.
- Exploring how to integrate your work with other industry-standard software, improving your design portfolio.
- How to use Cinema 4D's scripting and automation features, empowering you to streamline repetitive tasks.
- Understanding 3D design best practices.
We can tailor this course to you
If you have specific requirements, talk to us about customising this course to meet your exact needs.
This Cinema 4D Introduction course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Course Dates
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| Thu 29 - Fri 30 Jan 2026 | Live Online |
£595
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| Wed 11 - Thu 12 Feb 2026 | London |
£595
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| Mon 23 - Tue 24 Mar 2026 | Live Online |
£645
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| Wed 8 - Thu 9 Apr 2026 | London |
£645
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| Mon 25 - Tue 26 May 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Mon 29 - Tue 30 Jun 2026 | London |
£695
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| Thu 23 - Fri 24 Jul 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Thu 6 - Fri 7 Aug 2026 | London |
£695
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| Tue 8 - Wed 9 Sep 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Thu 29 - Fri 30 Oct 2026 | London |
£695
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| Thu 5 - Fri 6 Nov 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Mon 7 - Tue 8 Dec 2026 | London |
£695
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Course Outline for Cinema 4D Introduction
Introduction to Cinema 4D
- The Cinema 4D interface
- Understanding the 3D World
- Navigating around the Object views
Modelling
- Creating and manipulating objects
- Creating and understanding splines
- Modelling a camera
- Modelling a speaker
- Modelling a character
- Cloning objects
- Polygon modelling tools
- Extruding and stylising 3D text
Deformers
- Applying deformers
- Bending and twisting
- Exploding objects
- Melting objects
Working with materials
- Applying materials to an object
- Changing the colour and texture
- Creating reflections and transparency
- Add noise and gradients
- Using the new material library
Creating a scene
- Adding a floor object
- Adding a physical sky
- Setting up the camera
- Using preset scenes
Lighting
- Types of lights
- Types of shadows
- A three point lighting set-up
- Light textures and projections
- Global illumination
- Ambient occlusion
Animation
- Animation essentials
- Working with Keyframes
- Animating simple objects
- Refining animation
- Animating text
- Creating an animation path for your object
- Previewing animation
Introduction to MoGraph
- Creating MoText
- Using Cloners
Rendering/Exporting
- Rendering settings
- Rendering for print
- Rendering for video
- Rendering with Alpha Channels
- Exporting to different formats (MOV, Image sequences, DPX)
- Exporting for After Effects
FAQs about the Cinema 4D Introduction course
Is this Cinema 4D Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Cinema 4D or have been using Cinema 4D for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Cinema 4D. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Cinema 4D Introduction course?
Our Cinema 4D Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Cinema 4D throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
Should I attend the Cinema 4D Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Cinema 4D Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Cinema 4D Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Cinema 4D Introduction course?
For private classes in Cinema 4D Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
What support is available after I attend the Cinema 4D Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Cinema 4D Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Cinema 4D Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training
Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
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