Simulating a Rocket Launch Sequence in 3ds Max and FumeFX
Pluralsight
Course Summary
In this tutorial, we will learn how to create a realistic rocket launch shot. Software required: AutoDesk 3ds Max, FumeFX, Adobe Photoshop CS5, Adobe After Effects.
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Course Description
In this tutorial, we will learn how to create a realistic rocket launch shot. Throughout these lessons, we will learn how to build a complete shot using 2D and 3D elements. We will start by using Photoshop to edit the background image, we will then use 3ds Max to create a simple model of the rocket as well as supporting elements. In addition we will use the FumeFX plugin to create smoke. By the end of this tutorial you will have a solid understanding of the workflows that are required to create a complete VFX shot as a single artist. Software required: AutoDesk 3ds Max, FumeFX, Adobe Photoshop CS5, Adobe After Effects.
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Course Syllabus
Introduction and Project Overview- 1m 27s
—Introduction and Project Overview 1m 27sSimulating a Rocket Launch Sequence in 3ds Max and FumeFX- 1h 21m
—Determining Primary and Supporting Elements 2m 28s
—Setting up the Background Image 4m 22s
—Positioning the Camera and Ground Plane 5m 2s
—Creating the Space Shuttle 5m 34s
—Modeling the Space Shuttle 7m 36s
—Understanding Rocket and Flag Animation 6m 52s
—Simulating Dust Particles 6m 47s
—Setting up FumeFX 6m 20s
—Creating Particles for FumeFX 8m 43s
—Rendering in FumeFX 7m 28s
—Rendering Assets 6m 4s
—Finalizing the Shot 14m 12s
