BCON Austin Is About to Kick Off: A Creative and Connective Gathering for the Blender Community
The highly anticipated BCON Austin event is fast approaching. This community conference for Blender creators and enthusiasts will bring together over 200 attendees from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned artist, a developer, or just stepping into the world of 3D, BCON Austin offers a unique experience of learning, creating, and connecting.
Event Date and Location
BCON Austin will take place in Austin, Texas, over two days. Organizers recommend that attendees keep a close eye on the official website schedule ([BCON Austin Schedule]) for the latest session and workshop updates. The venue features a large outdoor area, allowing participants to connect in the unique atmosphere of sunshine or rain (rain gear is recommended).
Event Content and Tracks
The conference revolves around the Blender ecosystem with a rich variety of content tracks:
Keynotes & Workshops: The full speaker lineup and schedule are now live. Topics range from basic operations to advanced tool development, and from artistic creation to career growth. Some workshops may be recorded for later review.
WIP Help Desk: A rare in person help and consultation window. Open both conference days from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (3 hours total), scheduled during lunch to minimize overlap with talks.
On site Experts: Includes the event organizer (general Blender/3D), Jonathan Lampel (general Blender/3D), Spencer Magnusson (tool development), and Kenny Phases (general Blender/3D).
How to Get Help: Attendees can bring .blend files (on a USB drive or their own laptop), portfolios, or specific questions. Experts provide general tips, career advice, artwork feedback, and live scene troubleshooting. If there is a line, each person will receive about 10–15 minutes of focused help.
Hardware Support: Dell is providing two Blender ready machines for the Help Desk, thanks to the strong relationship and collaboration between CG Cookie and Intel. On site information is also available on how to get free CG Cookie training via the Intel App Pack with the purchase of participating Intel products.
Donut Wall: Generously provided by Poliigon and Andrew Price. The “price” of a donut is sharing your own donut render (digital is fine). This is a fun, light hearted interactive segment that encourages creators to show off and connect.
Bendy Bones Yoga: A special Tuesday activity. Comfortable, move friendly clothing is recommended. BCON encourages a relaxed dress code – no formal attire needed.
Local Multiplayer & Impromptu Exchanges: Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops or recording devices to show their Blender projects to fellow participants at any time. The large outdoor area is also available for breaks and socializing.
What to Bring
To ensure the best experience, organizers suggest bringing the following:
Notebook or note taking tool (sketchbook, phone notes app, e ink tablet, etc.) – to jot down inspiration or contact info.
Laptop and/or recording device (optional) – to showcase work or record workshops.
Rain jacket or umbrella – in case of unpredictable weather.
Your own donut render (digital is fine) – for the Donut Wall interaction.
Comfortable clothes and shoes – if attending yoga, pack something easy to move in.
A smile! – Follow the Code of Conduct, enjoy connecting, and have fun with everyone around you.
Online Interaction & Schedule Management
You can log into your account on the official website, mark favorite talks or workshops, and filter the schedule by your favorites. The official social media hashtag is #bconatx – feel free to include it in any posts to interact with fellow attendees in real time.
About BCON
BCON is an annual gathering driven by the Blender community, dedicated to providing an open, inclusive, and high value platform for artists, developers, educators, and enthusiasts. This event continues the BCON tradition of “serious about creation, casual about everything else.”
More Information
Full schedule and speakers: [BCON Austin Schedule] / [Speakers Page]
https://bconna.org/2026/speakers/
Please keep checking the official website for updates. In case of last minute changes, the online schedule is the source of truth.
https://bconna.org/2026/schedule/
About the BCON Austin WIP Help Desk
“We look forward to offering rare in person help in Austin. Whether your questions are about getting started, short film production, add on development, or you want feedback on your work – bring your .blend files and all your questions, and we’ll do our best to help.”
— Event Organizer
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