3D Studio Max in Motion Basics Using Release 3.1
[Paperback & CD-ROM]

Description:

3D Studio MAX™ in Motion: Basics Using Release 3.1 is an exciting look into the world of 3D animation using the powerful 3D Studio MAX™ program. The text combines equal parts of theory and practice, teaching the ideas involved and then presenting many exercises for hands-on experience. This method maximizes student learning and leads to greater self-reliance. The labs, the chapter-ending exercises, and the application chapters take students into the animated worlds that fascinate us in today's films, advertisements, and gaming environments.

• Over 1000 graphic images that create a vivid learning environment
• A full-color insert that displays images of the completed projects
• Six parts that include:
• Introduction to Computer Animation
• Exploring 3D Studio MAX™
• Preparing for 3D Modeling
• 3D Modeling
• Presentation
• Practical Applications
• Lights...Camera...Action...boxes that introduce special tips and tricks to help you achieve your animation goals
• Tool icons throughout the text that indicate the path to the correct command
• A tear-out quick chart that shows al of the shortcut keys
• Application chapters in a variety of areas, including architectural, mechanical motion, and graphic arts
• An accompanying CD-ROM with a variety of features including:
• A materials library
• Bitmap images
• Scenes (3D models)
• Still renderings
• Animations
• Questions and Assignments at the end of each chapter