Shots Shuffler is the ultimate tool for artists and animators looking to find the perfect camera angles with ease.

Designed to accelerate the creative process, this add-on generates a series of randomized static camera shots, making it especially useful when working with empty scenes or exploring ideal viewpoints.
Whether you're searching for aesthetic inspiration or optimizing the framing of your scene, ShotShuffler helps you quickly discover the perfect perspective.

Features

• Randomized Static Shots: Automatically generate a series of camera positions to explore diverse viewpoints.
• Customizable Ranges: Define the limits of movement for X, Y, and Z axes to suit your scene's needs.
• Auto Range Setup: Automatically calculate movement ranges based on the dimensions of your selected object.
• Quick Aesthetic Exploration: Perfect for scenes still in development or when searching for the ideal composition.
• Interactive UI: Intuitive and accessible panel integrated directly in the 3D Viewport.
• Debug Messages: Real-time feedback to assist during operation.

Installation

1. Download the shotshuffler.zip file from BlenderMarket.
2. Open Blender.
3. Navigate to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons
4. Click on Install... and select the downloaded .zip file
5. Enable the add-on by checking the box next to "Shots Shuffler"
6. The add-on will appear in the Tool Shelf under the "Shots Shuffler" tab

How to Use

Quick Steps:

1. Select an Object: Choose an object for reference or leave the scene empty for exploratory shots.
2. Adjust Settings: Open the ShotShuffler Panel in the 3D Viewport and customize ranges and other parameters.
3. Generate Shots: Click the "Generate ShotShuffler" button to create multiple static camera positions.
4. Review Shots: Cycle through the generated cameras to find the best angle for your scene.

Settings:

• Frame Count: Define the number of shots to generate.
• Zoom: Adjust the scale of movement (close-up to distant shots).
• Tilt Range: Control random Z-axis rotations for unique perspectives.
• Delete Previous: Automatically remove previously generated cameras for a cleaner workspace.
• Auto Setup Ranges: Save time by letting ShotShuffler calculate movement ranges based on your selected object's dimensions.
• Reset Sliders: Quickly restore all settings to their default values.
• Debug Messages: Get immediate feedback for actions like missing objects or successful operations.

Known Issues

• Generated camera positions may require manual adjustment for very small or irregularly shaped objects.
• Demo car is not included in the package

Changelog

Version 1.0:

• Initial release
• Randomized static camera shots
• Auto range setup feature
• Debug messaging system

Credits

This add-on is distributed under the GPL License by Valerio Fissolo from Unkredible Studios

If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to contact us via BlenderMarket