3D Studio Max Training Videos - Tutorials

Author: Steve Nelle | Running Time: 9.75 hours | Training Level : Intermediate

Picking up where 3ds Max 2009 Essential Training left off, 3ds Max 2009 Beyond the Basics thoroughly explores materials, lights and cameras, animation techniques, rendering, special FX, and more. Those new to 3D animation will gain the most by simply working through the chapters in sequence, while experienced users can jump directly to a particular subject of interest. Lessons are reinforced with projects that apply each new technique to a real-world scenario. Instructor Steve Nelle also shares valuable tips and insights gained during his years of working as a professional animator. As he says, "There's a lot more to becoming an animator than simply knowing which button to push!" Example files accompany the course.

Author: Steve Nelle | Running Time: 8.5 hours | Training Level : Beginner

As the most widely used 3D animation software in the world, 3ds Max is capable of creating stunning visual effects for a broad range of purposes. It can be used to create effects for everything from video games and feature films to architectural walkthroughs and mechanical designs. In 3ds Max 2009 Essential Training, instructor Steve Nelle provides a thorough introduction to the principles of 3D modeling, while also sharing practical techniques that experienced users can apply to their own workflows. Steve establishes the principles and best practices of the 3D production process, introduces the 3ds Max interface, and explores modeling in depth. He also demonstrates how to create and transform primitive objects, use specific modeling techniques, work at the sub-object level, and apply a variety of modifiers. Example files accompany the course.

Author: Steve Nelle | Running Time: 13.5 hours | Training Level : Intermediate

Whether the goal is to create action-packed video games, corporate logos, mechanical assemblies, or elaborate architectural visualizations, these 3ds Max 9 Modeling tutorials teach the appropriate methods. Instructor Steve Nelle explains how to model all kinds of objects with the software's vast array of modeling tools. Using hands-on examples, Steve discusses and demonstrates the model building process in 3D Studio Max from start to finish. Real-world projects are incorporated throughout the course to highlight key concepts and techniques. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Author: Chad Perkins | Running Time: 9 hours | Training Level : Beginner

Covering the fundamentals of rendering, animation, and 3D modeling in 3DS Max, instructor Chad Perkins demonstrates how to push the limits of 3ds Max 9 for stunning effects. Chad starts with the application's basics, then goes on to discuss many of the key features of 3ds Max 9, as well as important principles of animation. He teaches users about creating and editing mesh, modifiers, architectural modeling, texture mapping, keyframe animation, rigging, basic kinematics, and much more. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.