Updates in Blender 5's Sculpting Module

Published on January 08, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Digital artist using the new Cloth Filter tool in Blender 5 to sculpt realistic clothing on a 3D model

News in Blender 5's Sculpting Module

The latest version of Blender revolutionizes the sculpting module with innovative tools that simplify the creative process for digital artists. These improvements are designed to reduce interruptions and increase efficiency in character and object modeling 🎨.

Cloth Filter: Real-time Cloth Simulation

The new Cloth Filter tool allows users to simulate cloth effects directly on the mesh during sculpting, eliminating the need to switch between modes. Artists can create realistic wrinkles, folds, and drapes in clothing, adjusting the appearance based on the mesh topology and brush pressure 👕.

Main features of Cloth Filter:
  • Real-time simulation that responds to topology and brush pressure
  • Detailed control over fabric behavior in different areas of the model
  • Streamlines the creation of clothed characters without leaving sculpt mode
"Now artists can complain that they spend more time sculpting and less fighting with the tools, which probably means Blender is doing something right."

Optimizations in Pose Brush and Project Mode

The Pose Brush has been improved for more intuitive rigging, allowing rotation and posing of model parts with greater fluidity. Simultaneously, the new Project mode in the Mask tool facilitates the projection of masks from various angles, improving precision when defining areas of influence during sculpting 🖌️.

Advantages of the implemented improvements:
  • Significant reduction in time spent on manual adjustments and touch-ups
  • Greater precision in defining areas of influence during sculpting
  • More creative focus on designing complex characters and objects

Impact on the Artistic Workflow

The combination of these tools in Blender 5 allows artists to sculpt and adjust models with an unprecedented level of detail. The integration of features like Cloth Filter, Pose Brush, and Project mode ensures a continuous workflow that fosters creativity and reduces technical interruptions ✨.