3DS MAX 9 ESSENTIALS - AUTODESK MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT COURSEWARE

Bring 3D film effects to the big screen. Generate realistic characters for a top-selling game. Create rich and complex design visualization. Autodesk® 3ds Max® 9 lets you maximize your productivity and tackle challenging animation projects. And thisbook, developed by Autodesk insiders, lets you master the essential tools and techniques.

Learn how to use 3ds Max 9 confidently in a production environment. Each chapter of this book has a series of theory lessons and one lab. The theory lessons introduce you to the functional areas of 3ds Max and explain these features with short simple examples. The lab demonstrates a practical application of the theory. Combined, each chapter delivers a sound understanding of the functions, features andprinciples behind 3ds Max 9, and shows you how to apply this knowledge to real-world situations.

A hands-on introduction to 3ds Max 9 from the Autodesk development team;
Tutorials and exercises designed for flexibility and ease of use;
Companion CD with tutorial media including support models, materials, textures, and animations.