LEGO-Style UTEP Animation
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Overview
A LEGO-inspired 3D animation created in Blender for the UTEP Geology Department’s TCM Day celebration, featuring a friendly dinosaur and playful geological elements.
Background
Commissioned as part of TCM Day, UTEP’s annual celebration of engineering and geology, this project aimed to bring a fun, approachable tone to the event’s outreach materials. The animation combines educational and playful elements to spark curiosity about Earth sciences.
Development
Modeled, rigged, and animated entirely in Blender, using LEGO-style bricks and modular pieces to create a colorful prehistoric environment. Rendered with Eevee for quick iteration and stylized lighting.
Features
- LEGO-inspired 3D art direction
- Custom dinosaur model and animations
- Rendered in Blender Eevee
- Designed for educational outreach
Results
Delivered a short, engaging animation that brought personality and humor to the UTEP Geology Department’s TCM Day event.
Tech Stack
Blender (Eevee) · Adobe Premiere