Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2010


Book Description

The only comprehensive tutorial/reference exclusively devoted to Autodesk's robust architectural visualization software 3ds Max Design is a powerful real-time 3D design, modeling, and animation tool for architectural visualizations. This book covers all the software's crucial features, including how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light-crucial factors for sustainable design-and how to define and assign realistic materials and work with AutoCAD and Revit files. You'll quickly learn how to get the most from this powerful software's 3D modeling, animation, and rendering capabilities. McFarland is an Autodesk Authorized Author with professional experience in creating complex visualizations for a large property development company. His real-world focus means workflows and instructions are professional and proven, and projects will include those that pros work on every day. Uses actual examples from the author's experience, including retail spaces, small offices, residential developments, and more Concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on tutorials teach the basics and fine points of the software Covers all the essential features, such as how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light Demonstrates efficient use of the interface; how to work with Revit and AutoCAD files; using data, scene management, and solid modeling tools; rendering real-world surfaces; and setting up animated walkthroughs Mastering 3ds Max Design 2010 provides a practical education in using this powerful architectural visualization tool.




Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2010


Book Description

The only comprehensive tutorial/reference exclusively devoted to Autodesk's robust architectural visualization software 3ds Max Design is a powerful real-time 3D design, modeling, and animation tool for architectural visualizations. This book covers all the software's crucial features, including how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light-crucial factors for sustainable design-and how to define and assign realistic materials and work with AutoCAD and Revit files. You'll quickly learn how to get the most from this powerful software's 3D modeling, animation, and rendering capabilities. McFarland is an Autodesk Authorized Author with professional experience in creating complex visualizations for a large property development company. His real-world focus means workflows and instructions are professional and proven, and projects will include those that pros work on every day. Uses actual examples from the author's experience, including retail spaces, small offices, residential developments, and more Concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on tutorials teach the basics and fine points of the software Covers all the essential features, such as how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light Demonstrates efficient use of the interface; how to work with Revit and AutoCAD files; using data, scene management, and solid modeling tools; rendering real-world surfaces; and setting up animated walkthroughs Mastering 3ds Max Design 2010 provides a practical education in using this powerful architectural visualization tool.




Mastering mental ray


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Proven techniques for using mental ray effectively If you're a busy artist seeking high-end results for your 3D, design, or architecture renders using mental ray, this is the perfect book for you. It distills the highly technical nature of rendering into easy-to-follow steps and tutorials that you can apply immediately to your own projects. The book uses 3ds Max and 3ds Max Design to show the integration with mental ray, but users of any 3D or CAD software can learn valuable techniques for incorporating mental ray into their pipelines. Takes you under the hood of mental ray, a stand-alone or bundled product that is often used with 3D or CAD software in the creation of movies, games, architectural renders, and television Focuses on only the most pertinent tools and techniques for busy professionals who need to quickly apply them on the job Provides compelling, practical tutorials so you can start incorporating mental ray into your own production pipelines Includes a DVD with step-by-step videos to help drive home concepts and techniques Learn effective mental ray techniques with this great guide, then keep this practical book at your workstation for reference while you work! Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.




Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011


Book Description

Autodesk’s official guide to architectural visualization using 3ds Max Design Exclusively endorsed by Autodesk, this comprehensive tutorial and reference thoroughly covers 3ds Max Design, the 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software used for architectural visualizations. It also includes essential material for students preparing for the new Certified Associate and Certified Professional exams. Examples come from projects that architects, designers, and planners actually encounter each day, while the workflows and instructions have been tested in real-world applications. The official guide endorsed by Autodesk, with comprehensive information on using 3ds Max Design 2011 as well as achieving certification Features step-by-step instructions and real-world projects that readers will actually encounter Covers using the 3ds Max interface, working with Revit and AutoCAD files, using the data and scene management tools, modeling, simulating lighting effects, analyzing sustainable design features, setting up animated walkthroughs, and much more Explains how to render real-world surfaces with architectural material and how to choose the renderer that creates the desired effect Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011 covers every facet of this powerful program.




Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 Bible


Book Description

The most comprehensive e-book reference on Autodesk 3ds Max 2013! Autodesk 3ds Max is used to create 80 percent of commercially available games and is also a key tool for visual effects artists and graphic designers in film and television. This convenient e-book covers the 2013 version in expanded detail, including 12 chapter-length quick-start projects and 39 additional chapters not found in the print version. Along with complete references detailing all Primitives, Modifiers, Materials, Maps, and Controllers, it covers advanced topics such as Patches, NURBS, Radiosity, Network Rendering, and MAXScript. It's the perfect resource for both novices and pros. 3ds Max is the tool of choice for game developers as well as visual effects artists and graphic designers in the film and TV industries This comprehensive e-book includes complete coverage of 3ds Max 2013, and is well suited for beginners and experts alike, as well as for educational markets teaching beginning to advanced courses using 3ds Max. Features a complete reference for all Primitives, Modifiers, Materials, Maps, and Controllers Covers Patches, NURBS, Radiosity, Network Rendering, MAXScript, and other advanced topics Includes 12 chapter-length quick-start projects as well as 39 chapters not found in the print version, all packed with timesaving tips and expert advice Third-party models and bonus tutorials are available on CD and can be obtained by readers by emailing a request to [email protected] Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 Bible, Expanded Edition by veteran computer graphics author Kelly Murdock is the comprehensive e-book guide for every 3ds Max user.




Mastering Revit Architecture 2010


Book Description

As Autodesk's fastest-growing software package, Revit Architecture offers a new version that will require Revit users of all areas of expertise—architects, project managers, designers, contractors, and building owners—to learn new skills. As the only complete tutorial and reference for the newest version of Revit software, this book provides you with a hands-on look at the Revit interface, explores key modeling principles, looks at design options and features, and shows how to best present designs, and discusses proven workflows and best practices. The in-depth discussions, real-world examples, and detailed tutorials are drawn from the author’s professional experience using the program. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.




Learning Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2010 Essentials


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Learning Autodesk 3ds Max XXXX Essentials is a superb end-to-end reference that provides users with complete info on all of the features and options available in the latest version of 3ds Max, so that users can learn how to use 3ds Max confidently in a production environment. Each chapter offers a series of lessons - which introduce the functional areas of Max and go over all associated features (with examples), and then a lab (which demonstrates a practical application of the lesson). Together, all of the lessons deliver and sound and complete approach to revealing the functions, features, and principles of 3ds Max XXXX. New Bonus section on MaxScript covering techniques for automating repetitive tasks and customizing 3ds Max to make you more productive. The DVD includes: Project Scene & support files, Free models & texture maps from Turbo Squid, NEW!! HIGH VALUE: Autodesk product Sketchbook Pro (for character development) valued at $199.99 US.




Deconstructing the Elements with 3ds Max


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Get the most realistic effects from 3ds Max without having to spend more on plug-ins! Boost your effects skill-set with this 3ds Max workshop. Tutorial lessons give you hands-on experience in creating realistic fire, earth, air and water effects. Updated to demonstrate production techniques suitable for any version of 3ds Max, this new edition is co-published by Autodesk Media and Entertainment, and includes new tutorials on entering the Earth's atmosphere, glaciers, lava eruptions and a Badlands landscape. Inspirational color images cover every page of the book as the author shares his professional techniques and workflow processes. The companion DVD contains all of the required tutorial media as well as over 6 hours of video tutorials. User level: Intermediate and advanced




MASTERING AUTODESK 3DS MAX DESIGN 2010


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Market_Desc: Architects, planners, interior designers, AEC contractors, and other design professionals will benefit from this thorough, focused 3ds Max Design reference and tutorial. Special Features: " Unique: Mastering 3ds Max Design is the only complete tutorial and reference for architects and designers using Autodesk's 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software, which is being used worldwide for architectural visualizations" Real-world: Mastering 3ds Max Design features professional, real-world workflows and projects drawn from the author's extensive professional experience." Expanding Market: Autodesk has been highlighting 3D features in sister applications AutoCAD and Revit, which should whet architects' appetites for architectural visualization and drive software (and book) sales. The company is also offering a very low upgrade price ($249) for users of the discontinued VIZ product." Highly Visible: Mastering 3ds Max Design is written by an Autodesk Authorized Author and published by an Autodesk Authorized Publisher. It also features a foreword from the 3ds Max Design product manager." Thorough: This book covers all of 3ds Max Design's crucial features, including how to work with Revit files as well as simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light--crucial for sustainable design. About The Book: The expert authors teach readers how to quickly get the most out of Autodesk's potent 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software in this complete reference and tutorial. The concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on tutorials are rooted in his professional experience creating complex visualizations for a large property development company. Mastering 3ds Max Design's real-world focus means workflows and instructions are professional and proven, and projects include those that pros work on every day: retail spaces, small offices, residential developments, and more. As readers follow the real-world examples, they'll quickly see how to apply these techniques to their own design projects.This complete reference and tutorial also features complete instructor support materials, including syllabi, sample test questions, Powerpoint presentations, and additional learning suggestions.




Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011


Book Description

Autodesk’s official guide to architectural visualization using 3ds Max Design Exclusively endorsed by Autodesk, this comprehensive tutorial and reference thoroughly covers 3ds Max Design, the 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software used for architectural visualizations. It also includes essential material for students preparing for the new Certified Associate and Certified Professional exams. Examples come from projects that architects, designers, and planners actually encounter each day, while the workflows and instructions have been tested in real-world applications. The official guide endorsed by Autodesk, with comprehensive information on using 3ds Max Design 2011 as well as achieving certification Features step-by-step instructions and real-world projects that readers will actually encounter Covers using the 3ds Max interface, working with Revit and AutoCAD files, using the data and scene management tools, modeling, simulating lighting effects, analyzing sustainable design features, setting up animated walkthroughs, and much more Explains how to render real-world surfaces with architectural material and how to choose the renderer that creates the desired effect Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011 covers every facet of this powerful program.