Introduction to Modeling in 3ds Max 2009

Pluralsight

Course Summary

Learn a fundamental workflow to Polygon, NURBS, and Splined-based modeling and time-saving techniques to creatively utilizing the robust tools available in 3ds Max. Software required: 3ds Max 2009 and up (required to open project files).

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Course Description

Learn a fundamental workflow to Polygon, NURBS, and Splined-based modeling and time-saving techniques to creatively utilizing the robust tools available in 3ds Max. Contains nearly 4 hours of self-paced training for artists new to modeling in 3ds Max and experienced artists seeking a refresher. Popular highlights include: NURBS Workflow; Polygon Workflow; Splines and Patches Workflow; Scene Organization with Layers; Smoothing Methods; Working with Sub-objects; Sub-object Selection Methods; Adding Viewport Background Images; Scale Deformation; Cloning Geometry and Shapes; Mirroring Geometry; Sweep Modifier; Shell Modifier; Symmetry Modifier; Surface Modifier; FFD Modifiers; Lathe Modifier; Modifier Stack; Moving Pivot Points; Transforming Geometry and Shapes; Modifying Creation Parameters; Creating Booleans; Attaching and Detaching Objects; Welding Vertices; Rendering and Viewing Curves; HSDS Modifier for Subdivision Surfaces. Software required: 3ds Max 2009 and up (required to open project files).

Course Description

Learn a fundamental workflow to Polygon, NURBS, and Splined-based modeling and time-saving techniques to creatively utilizing the robust tools available in 3ds Max. Contains nearly 4 hours of self-paced training for artists new to modeling in 3ds Max and experienced artists seeking a refresher. Popular highlights include: NURBS Workflow; Polygon Workflow; Splines and Patches Workflow; Scene Organization with Layers; Smoothing Methods; Working with Sub-objects; Sub-object Selection Methods; Adding Viewport Background Images; Scale Deformation; Cloning Geometry and Shapes; Mirroring Geometry; Sweep Modifier; Shell Modifier; Symmetry Modifier; Surface Modifier; FFD Modifiers; Lathe Modifier; Modifier Stack; Moving Pivot Points; Transforming Geometry and Shapes; Modifying Creation Parameters; Creating Booleans; Attaching and Detaching Objects; Welding Vertices; Rendering and Viewing Curves; HSDS Modifier for Subdivision Surfaces. Software required: 3ds Max 2009 and up (required to open project files).

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Course Syllabus

Introduction and Project Overview
- 8m 30s

—Working with Polygons 8m 30s

Introduction to Modeling in 3ds Max 2009
- 4h 1m

—Working with Nurbs 5m 28s
—Working with Smoothing and Subdivision Surfaces 6m 22s
—Working with Splines and Patches 7m 2s
—Project Overview and Interface Setup 3m 12s
—Adding Viewport Background Images 3m 8s
—Setting up a Layer Scale Template 3m 47s
—Building Pivot Geometry with Primitives 6m 28s
—Adding Resolution to the Pivot 6m 4s
—Building a Full Section from the Pivot Geometry 10m 50s
—Creating Caps from the Full Section 7m 38s
—Modeling the Saw 8m 50s
—Building the Screwdriver 8m 16s
—Finishing the Saw Layer 13m 35s
—Modeling the Magnifying Glass 12m 33s
—Building the Small Knife 7m 45s
—Finishing the Magnifying Glass Layer 5m 54s
—Modeling the Bottle Opener 9m 24s
—Finishing the Bottle Opener Layer 9m 32s
—Building the Corkscrew 13m 56s
—Starting the Scissors 10m 28s
—Finishing the Scissors Layer 8m 22s
—Creating the Large Knife Blade 9m 29s
—Adding an Indentation and Hilt to the Large Blade 6m 35s
—Finishing the Large Knife Blade Layer 13m 27s
—Assembling the Parts of the Knife 8m 43s
—Building the Chain Connector 4m 54s
—Modeling the Chain 7m 42s
—Adding the Key Ring 4m 32s
—Adding Materials to the Knife 7m 24s
—Setting up UVs on the Knife 3m 39s
—Adding a Logo to the Knife 6m 46s