Procedural Disco Ball Builder Documentation

Overview

The Procedural Disco Ball Builder is a Geometry Nodes-powered tool for Blender that allows you to create stunning, fully customizable disco balls for your projects. With this builder, you can easily adjust every detail, from tile sizes and lighting options to animations and attachments, making it perfect for animators, designers, and 3D artists who demand quality and efficiency.

Features and Capabilities

1. Customizable Ball Properties

• Ball Diameter: Adjust the size of the disco ball to fit your scene.

• Tile Size, Gaps, and Thickness: Perfectly fine-tune the tile scaling for a realistic or stylized effect.

• Tile Size Variations: Add randomness for a more natural, dynamic look.

2. Dynamic Animation

• Animated Rotation: Easily create smooth, automatic spinning animations without keyframes, powered by Blender’s time nodes.

• Speed Control: Fine-tune the rotation speed to suit your scene’s vibe.

3. Realistic Attachments

• Hanging Height: Precisely position the disco ball in your scene.

• Box/Hook/Chain Options: Choose how the ball is attached, including customizable chain thickness and rotation box size.

4. Lighting Options

• Lights ON/OFF: Enable or disable built-in lighting for immediate reflections.

• Colored Light Reflections: Add vibrant, multicolor lighting for a true party effect.

5. Material Customization

• Procedural Materials: Includes customizable materials for tiles, the ball base, and chains, allowing seamless integration with your scene’s style.

How to Use

1. Install the Builder:

• Add the .blend file or Geometry Node group to your Blender scene.

• Activate Geometry Nodes in your Blender project.

2. Customize the Disco Ball:

• Open the Procedural Disco Ball Builder settings panel.

• Adjust parameters like ball diameter, tile size, gaps, and animation speed.

3. Add Attachments:

• Select the desired attachment style (chain, hook, or box).

• Customize the chain thickness or box rotation size for realistic detail.

4. Enable Animation:

• Tick the Animated Spin box to activate smooth rotation.

• Adjust the speed to match your project’s timing.

5. Apply Lighting:

• Add natural or colored lights using the Lights ON/OFF toggle.

• Fine-tune light positioning for optimal reflections.

Best Practices

• Combine the tile size variation with custom materials for a unique aesthetic.

• Experiment with colored light reflections for vibrant party scenes.

Included Files

• Procedural Disco Ball Node Group (.blend file)

• Example Scene with Pre-set Lighting and Attachments

System Requirements

• Blender 3.5 or newer (Geometry Nodes supported)

• A basic understanding of Blender’s interface is recommended.

Support and Updates

Your purchase includes free updates and ongoing support. If you encounter any issues or need help, please feel free to reach out.

Why Choose the Disco Ball Builder?

With this builder, you’re not just buying a tool, you’re investing in time-saving functionality, creative flexibility, and professional-grade quality. Perfect for party scenes, music videos, event visuals, and more.