Autodesk 3ds Max 2010: A Comprehensive Guide is a comprehensive textbook that aims at harnessing the power of Autodesk 3ds Max for animators and designers. It helps you unleash your creativity, thus helping you create stunning 3D models and animations. Keeping in view the varied requirements of the users, the textbook first introduces the basic features of 3ds Max 2010 and then gradually progresses to cover the advanced 3D models and animations. This book also makes you familiar with the new features of Graphite modeling ribbon which will make the modeling process much simpler than ever before. Written with the tutorial point-of-view and the learn-by-doing theme, the textbook is ideally suited for learning at your convenience and at your pace.
The textbook caters to the needs of both the novice and the advanced users of 3ds Max. It helps the learners transform their imagination into reality with ease. Also, it takes the users across a wide spectrum of animations through progressive examples, comprehensive illustrations, and ample exercises.
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Consists of 18 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering various concepts such as texturing, modifiers, lighting, cameras, animation, NURBS modeling, Graphite modeling, and so on in Autodesk 3ds Max 2010 The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that will be covered in it Consists of hundreds of illustrations and a comprehensive coverage of Autodesk 3ds Max 2010 concepts and commands Real-world 3D models and examples focusing on industry experience Step-by-step instructions that guide the user through the learning process Effectively communicates the utility of tools, toolbars, and shortcut menus in Autodesk 3ds Max 2010 Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge Free Teaching and Learning Resources
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