Weekly Challenge #290 : "Round and Round and Round ..."

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Hello, Blendermaniacs!

It is time for special edition Weekly Challenge! This time, you will use a provided animation/video template below to use in creating your scene :

File download :
Template_290.blend (803.0 KB)


INSTRUCTIONS :

  • Replace the center object and place any additional objects/shapes you want, you can also add environment or just use simple background
  • The center object (in collection ‘BASE’) must keep its position and scale/size relative to the camera (only rotation on Z axis allowed), however you can add animation or alter size and position to the other objects upon it (in collection ‘OBJECTS’) or its surrounding including background/environment
  • You do not need to place objects within the collections, it is just for ease of explaining rules
  • The center object(s) must cover most area of the sphere in template file, and object sizes should not be too large so that it still fits within the camera view
  • Do not alter the camera setting and empty object (‘Center’) animation
  • Speed of rotation of center object animation must be maintained the same with the template
  • You can use Eevee or Cycles for rendering and any style you want
  • It does not have to be looping/seamless (start and end frame does not have to look the same)
  • For ease of judging, no audio is allowed
  • Submission in video format : MP4; 1080x1080; 120 frames; 24 fps

EXAMPLES :



NOTES :

  • The rotating animation should be clear/visible. For example, featuring a rotating plate with circular pattern like the first video below would not be distinguishable from a still image. For this case, add some objects to make it clearer (second video).


  • Surrounding objects or environment may be manipulated to give a sense of movement, as long as the center object remains at the center of camera view. See example below :

Looking forward to seeing your creative take on the template! If you are feeling unsure about your concept or have questions, you can post your WIP on this thread to be commented on later.


Accepting entries : Starts at 2026-01-20T08:00:00Z ; ends at 2026-01-26T08:00:00Z
( The date/time displayed in your local timezone, check also countdown timer HERE )

Read the general Rules & Guidelines (including prizes) HERE.

Please submit your entry to this thread by hitting REPLY at the very bottom.

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Nice..lol, and your LOGO looks much better too! woot! :crown:

Thanks, I just didn’t alpha it down this time, I think that’s the only difference.

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Interesthing theme! Well done @Cinaeth on the entry!

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Oh sweet, a fun game, love the colors! Happy your feeling better! missed your art. :partying_face:

Thanks a bunch! Appreciate it. This was a tough one for me! Yes, feeling better!

Submitted by @aarav

The earth goes Round and Round the Sun, and the Moon goes Round and Round the Earth

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haha reminds me of Bop It or something

You a funny guy! lol Thanks

Okay, I threw this together real quick and I do mean real quick. But I had to do something so here it is.

“ Some Kind Of Moon Killer Thingy “

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Voting : WC #290 - Round and Round and Round …
  • cinaeth
  • cjscreatives
  • Aarav
  • flyingbanana
0 voters

Voting will end at 2026-01-27T08:00:00Z
(might be extended in the event of a tie)

Oh wow, i didnt realize it was for this contest, sweet!

Congratulations to @flyingbanana for winning the WC #290 “Round and Round and Round” by 50% of the votes with this cool animation !

( Coupon prizes for participants and winner updated )

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“…. The Death Star has cleared the planet!“

“You may fire when ready.“

Meanwhile…

“Hey kid! Let’s blow this thing and go home!“

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Ok, so you are crazy wonderful for a quickie! lol Awesome job! I got lost on this one!

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