Lynda.com 3DS Max 2011 New Features

Author: Steve Nelle | Duration (hr:min): 02:44 | Language: English | 1DVD | Released on: 5/13/2010 | Exercise files: Yes | Size ( Compressed ): 486MB | Size ( After Extraction ): 551MB

Description
In 3ds Max 2011 New Features, author Steve Nelle introduces the new features and productivity enhancements in 3ds Max 2011, with a special emphasis on the Slate Material Editor and CAT character animation system. The course examines enhancements to existing features, customization options to the modeling ribbon, scene management improvements, as well as creating scene objects using the Object Paint tool. Exercise files are included with the course.
Topics include:

* Using Caddies
* Slate Material Editor Overview
* Building a node-based shader
* Understanding the CAT (Character Animation Tools) plug-in
* Building and animating CATRigs
* Using the Viewport Canvas
* Rendering with the Quicksilver Hardware renderer
* Using the SketchUp importer



Table Of Contents
Introduction
Welcome
Using the exercise files

1. Modeling Improvements
Customizing the Modeling Ribbon
Using Caddies
Creating multiple instances with the Object Paint tool
Using animated objects with Object Paint

2. Texture and Material Enhancements
Using the Slate material editor
Using the Material/Map browser
Using Active View
Editing parameters
Understanding the layout of a node-based shader
Building a node-based shader
Looking at the Autodesk Material Library
Understanding the Viewport Canvas

3. The CAT Character Animation System
Understanding CAT
Using CAT preset rigs
Creating a custom CAT rig
Fine-tuning a rig
Animating with CAT
Creating walk cycles with CATMotion
Using CATMotion footprints

4. Scene Management Enhancements
Saving files in a previous format
Minimizing the Command panel
Viewport selection fixes and improvements
Using the improved snap functionality
Using the SketchUp importer
Rendering with the Quicksilver hardware renderer

Conclusion
Goodbye


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Lynda.com 3ds Max 2010 New Features

Author: Steve Nelle | Duration (hr:min): 01:38 | Language: English | 1DVD | Released on: 7/7/2009 | Exercise files: Yes | Size ( Compressed ): 262MB | Size ( After Extraction ): 314MB

Description
3ds Max is the industry leader for 3D modeling and animation, and the 2010 version of this application offers a load of new tools and features. In 3ds Max 2010 New Features, Steve Nelle explores many of the cutting-edge features in this major release. Steve introduces users to the redesigned interface, the brand-new Modeling Ribbon, and many other advancements designed to improve scene interactivity and production workflow. Exercise files accompany the course.
Topics include:

* Using the Application button and QuickAccess toolbar
* Understanding the Viewport changes and shading enhancements
* Understanding and customizing the Modeling Ribbon
* Managing materials with the new Material Explorer
* Exploring improvements to the Mental Ray Render Frame window
* Adding multiple soundtracks using ProSound


Table Of Contents
Introduction
Welcome
Using the exercise files

1. Working with the New Interface
Understanding the interface
Using the Application button and the Quick Access toolbar
Understanding the Modeling Ribbon
Reverting back to the look of 3ds Max 2009

2. Scene Management Tools
Introducing the Scene Explorer improvements
Using containers
Using the Transform toolbox
Understanding OBJ import and export enhancements

3. Viewport Changes and Enhancements
Using right-click controls
Previewing soft shadows
Applying Ambient Occlusion
Using exposure controls

4. Modeling Improvements
Using the Modeling Ribbon
Customizing the Modeling Ribbon
Using the new Edge Loop tools
Understanding the Quadify Mesh modifier
Using the ProOptimizer modifier
Using Hair Spline Deform

5. Materials
Viewing the Material Explorer
Using the viewport canvas
Using the Render Surface map
Using the Mental Ray Multi Sub-Map Shader

6. Other New Stuff
Adding multiple soundtracks using ProSound
Understanding the new Particle Flow operators and tests
Exploring Mental Ray's Render Frame Window improvements
Using Biped's new Knuckle feature

Conclusion
Goodbye


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