Texture mapping is the process of adding detail and realism to 3D models by applying images to their surfaces. In Blender, there are several ways to apply textures, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The most common methods are UV mapping and procedural texturing.
UV mapping involves creating a 2D map of the 3D model’s surface, which is then used to apply the texture. This method gives the artist a lot of control over the placement and alignment of the texture, but it can be time-consuming to create a good UV map.
