3D Studio MAX in Motion Basics Using Release 2. 5

Name: 3D Studio MAX in Motion Basics Using Release 2. 5
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ISBN: 9780130225498

ISBN-10: 0130225495

ISBN-13: 9780130225498

Edition: 2000

Authors: Stephen J. Ethier, Christine A. Ethier

List price: $74.00

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For introductory-level courses in 3D Design and Concepts, Animation, Computer Graphics, Technical Illustration, Mechanical Design and Drafting, and Architectural Design and Drafting, in departments of Engineering, Architectural, Drafting, and Computer Graphic Arts. Ideal both for students who know just the basics about computers and CAD and for those who are experts in CAD but wish to add a new dimension, 3D Studio MAX in Motion Basics blends theory and practical applications in a hands-on, lab- and exercise-intensive tutorial. It provides a basic introduction to computer animation, an overview of 3D Studio MAX, preparation for 3D modeling, 3D modeling, presentation, and practical…

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List price: $74.00
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 7/13/1999
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 451
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 2.2
Language: English




Introduction to Computer Animation



Introduction to Three-Dimensional Presentation



Rendering and Animation Applications



Exploring 3D Studio Max



Interacting with 3D Studio MAX



The Fast Lane



Preparing for 3D Modeling



Moving About the 3D World



Basics of Creation



Basics of Editing



3D Modeling



Basic Modeling: Primitives, Shapes, and Shape and Geometric Modifiers



Advanced Modeling: Lofting and Boolean Operations



Special Modeling: Space Warps. Particle Systems, and Morphs



Presentation



A Brighter Outlook: Cameras, Lights, and Rendering



A New Coat of Paint: Materials Creation and Application



Let's Get Moving: Animation



Follow the Leader: Hierarchy Linking and Inverse Kinematics



Practical Applications



Still Life: Working with Light and Shadow



Architectural Presentation: Camera Techniques



Artist's Exhibition: Applying Bitmap



Mechanical Motion; Hierarchical Linking


Appendices



Installing the CD-ROM Files



Importing and Exporting Files



Video Post


Index