Articles by Basile

25 articles

Automating Blender with Python Event Handlers
Pipeline Automation

Automating Blender with Python Event Handlers

Learn how to use Blender’s Python API to listen to events and automate workflows. This guide covers handlers and modal operators with practical examples for production pipelines.

Integrating Messaging Platforms with Kitsu Production Data
Pipeline Automation

Integrating Messaging Platforms with Kitsu Production Data

Learn how to integrate Kitsu with Telegram by building a bot that listens to production events and sends notifications. This guide explains how to connect Kitsu events, trigger messages, and create simple chat commands for production workflows.

How Animation Studios Estimate Render Farm Capacity
Production Management

How Animation Studios Estimate Render Farm Capacity

Learn how animation studios estimate rendering costs and predict farm capacity. This guide explains the factors that affect render time, the core cost formula, and a practical framework for reliable render estimations.

Why Retopology Matters for Animation Pipelines
Pipeline Automation

Why Retopology Matters for Animation Pipelines

Learn what retopology is and why it’s essential for animation. This guide walks through the retopology workflow in Blender, from automated remeshing to manual topology cleanup for production-ready 3D models.

Scaling an Animation Studio from 5 to 50 Artists
Production Management

Scaling an Animation Studio from 5 to 50 Artists

Learn how to scale an animation studio from a small team to a full production environment. Discover best practices for team structure, asset management, production tracking, review workflows, and pipeline infrastructure.

Using Kitsu Webhooks to Trigger Pipeline Actions
Pipeline Automation

Using Kitsu Webhooks to Trigger Pipeline Actions

Learn how to use the Kitsu Event API and webhooks to build reactive animation pipelines. Trigger automation instantly on asset creation, task updates, and publishes without polling or manual hand-offs.

Scaling Production Setup in Kitsu with CSV Imports (2026)
Production Management

Scaling Production Setup in Kitsu with CSV Imports (2026)

Learn how to automate Kitsu production onboarding using CSV files and the Gazu Python API. Import artists, assets, and tasks in bulk to eliminate manual setup and create repeatable, scalable studio pipelines.

NAS-Free Flamenco Rendering with Kitsu Integration (2026)
Pipeline Automation

NAS-Free Flamenco Rendering with Kitsu Integration (2026)

Learn how to run Blender Flamenco without a NAS by using Kitsu as asynchronous storage. This guide explains custom Flamenco job types that fetch assets from Kitsu, render locally, and upload results back automatically.

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Automating Kitsu Reports with Python and Gazu (2026)
Pipeline Automation

Automating Kitsu Reports with Python and Gazu (2026)

Learn how to use the Gazu Python SDK to extract production data from Kitsu and generate custom, branded PDF reports. Automate progress tracking, task summaries, and stakeholder updates without manual copy-paste work.

(2026) How to Export and Share Kitsu Playlists with Python
Pipeline Automation

(2026) How to Export and Share Kitsu Playlists with Python

Learn how to create, export, and share Kitsu playlists using Python. This guide shows how to extract playlist data, download previews into a clean folder structure, and package everything for offline or client-friendly reviews.

Self-Hosting a Blender Render Farm Using Flamenco In 2026
Pipeline Automation

Self-Hosting a Blender Render Farm Using Flamenco In 2026

Learn how to build a self-hosted Blender render farm using Flamenco. This guide walks through setup, shared storage, workers, and scaling strategies to help artists render faster using the hardware they already own.

Building a Portable Kitsu CLI with Python and Gazu (2026)
Pipeline Automation

Building a Portable Kitsu CLI with Python and Gazu (2026)

Learn how to package Kitsu workflows into a standalone command-line tool using Python, Gazu, and PyInstaller. This guide covers CLI design, interactive prompts, and compiling a single executable for reliable deployment across studios and render farms.

Working with Blender Shaders (2026): Nodes & Scripting
Pipeline Automation

Working with Blender Shaders (2026): Nodes & Scripting

Learn how Blender shaders really work, from node-based materials to procedural shading and Python-driven automation. This guide breaks down shader concepts, node types, and scripting techniques to help artists build flexible, production-ready materials.

Programmatic Video Rendering in Blender Using Python (2026)
Pipeline Automation

Programmatic Video Rendering in Blender Using Python (2026)

Learn how to automate animation and video rendering in Blender using Python. This tutorial covers scene setup, 3D text generation, keyframe animation, and programmatic rendering to build repeatable, script-driven workflows.

Automating Low-Res Animation Previews in Blender with Kitsu (2026)
Pipeline Automation

Automating Low-Res Animation Previews in Blender with Kitsu (2026)

Learn how to generate low-resolution animation previews in Blender and automatically upload them to Kitsu. This tutorial covers Blender render settings, Python automation, FFmpeg processing, and preview publishing to streamline animation reviews.

How to Build Blender Shots Automatically Using Python and Kitsu (2026)
Pipeline Automation

How to Build Blender Shots Automatically Using Python and Kitsu (2026)

Learn how to automate Blender scene creation using Kitsu breakdown data and Python scripting. This guide walks through retrieving breakdowns via Gazu, downloading assets, importing GLB files, and generating a complete Blender scene ready for layout or animation.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Geometry Nodes in Blender 2026
Blender

The Beginner’s Guide to Geometry Nodes in Blender 2026

Blender’s Geometry Nodes let you build 3D models procedurally. Learn how they work, why they’re essential for modern animation pipelines, and how to start using them to create smarter, faster, non-destructive workflows.

10 FFmpeg Commands Every Animator Should Know In 2026
Pipeline Automation

10 FFmpeg Commands Every Animator Should Know In 2026

FFmpeg is one of the most powerful media tools used in animation and video production — yet many artists barely scratch the surface of what it can do. Learn 10 essential FFmpeg commands for assembling renders, adding audio, overlaying logos, comparing versions, and optimizing review exports.

How To Use Forward and Inverse Kinematics In Blender (2026)
Blender

How To Use Forward and Inverse Kinematics In Blender (2026)

Discover the difference between Forward Kinematics (FK) and Inverse Kinematics (IK) in Blender. Learn how animators use these systems to bring 3D rigs to life with realistic motion, balance, and control. Includes hands-on rigging examples for beginners.

From Blender to Kitsu: How to Create a Custom DCC Bridge (2026)
Blender

From Blender to Kitsu: How to Create a Custom DCC Bridge (2026)

Learn how to build a custom Blender integration for Kitsu using Python. This guide walks you through setting up a local environment, generating previews in Blender, and uploading them to Kitsu automatically—streamlining your DCC pipeline for faster, more reliable production.