We’ve compiled a selection of Mandelbulb 3D tutorials that will help you get started in MB3D, understand fractal generation and the rendering environment, use effects like image map and volumetric light, and even prepare files for 3D printing. Many thanks to the intrepid artists who have taken the time to put together these instructional materials. If you have a tutorial we should add, please leave a comment below.
Web-Based Tutorials
INTRO: Using Mandelbulb 3D, MB3D tutorial by Hal Tenny
Cutting and Rotation, MB3D tutorial by Hal Tenny
The Tuberville Fractal, MB3D tutorial by Hal Tenny
Volumetric Lights, MB3D tutorial by Hal Tenny
INTRO: Mandelbulb 3D for Beginners, MB3D tutorial by Jody Lawrence
Video Tutorials
INTRO: Using Mandelbulb 3D (part 1: intro), MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Using Mandelbulb 3D (part 2: workflow), MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Using Mandelbulb 3D (part 3: colors), MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Using Mandelbulb 3D (part 4: lights), MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Intro to Mandelbulb 3D Animation, MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Mandelbulb 3D Animation Walkthrough, MB3D tutorial by Don Whitaker
Software
Download Mandelbulb 3D version 1.8.9 (Windows) here current as of 1/2014
Download Mandelbulb 3D version 1.8.8 (Mac) here current as of 1/2014
Mandelbulb 3D tutorials by Hal Tenny