3D Studio MAX in Motion: Basics Using 3D Studio MAX 4.2 [Paperback]

Stephen J. Ethier (Author), Christine A. Ethier (Author)

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Paperback: 450 pages
Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (30 May 2002)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0130475378
ISBN-13: 978-0130475374
Product Dimensions: 27.2 x 20.8 x 2.5 cm
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,239,103 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #15 in Books > Computers & Internet > Software & Graphics > Applications > 3D Studio Max

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For basic courses in the Engineering, Architecture, and Computer Science departments, including classes in 3D Design and Concepts, Animation, Computer Graphics, Technical Illustration, Mechanical Design and Drafting, and Architectural Design and Drafting.

3D Studio MAX™ in Motion is a text that covers the basics of 3D Studio MAX, combining theoretical information with “hands-on” practical applications that instruct students on the reasons behind the actions that they are performing. The text is organized in a progressive fashion: each chapter begins with a section of theory and ends with a lab that complements and extends that theory. Students will easily learn to produce realistic renderings of still images and animations.

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3D Studio MAX™ in Motion: Basics Using 3D Studio MAX™ 4.2 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.

Some of the text's features include:

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 all 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
A Companion Website that contains additional 3D Studio MAX files

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This book is very helpful for animation but you need also a hernashing max5 this is also a good one

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