In this episode, we sit down with Josué Zabeau, a 3D artist with an engineering background, to break down his incredible Blender short film Heritage. What started as a small personal project quickly evolved into one of the most action-packed Blender short films, showcasing jaw-dropping 3D realism, cinematic motion, and high-speed intensity — all created inside Blender.

We explore the full creative journey behind Heritage:

✅ How Josué achieved photorealism in Blender using smart workflows and detailed references

✅ Why references are essential for building believable environments, lighting, and textures

✅ The tools, add-ons, and techniques that powered the production

✅ How the focus on momentum, velocity, and action makes this short film stand out

✅ The surprising story of why this incredible Blender film almost didn’t get released

💡 If you’re passionate about 3D art, animation, and filmmaking in Blender, this interview is packed with insights, tips, and inspiration for artists who want to push realism and storytelling through motion.

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