Hot Autodesk 3ds Max How-Tos
How To: Create glass material in 3ds Max
Dave shows you how to produce a glass three different ways in 3ds Max in the video tutorial. Put two panels away, then concentrating on sensor one press m on the keyboard to bring up the materials editor. On the material editor go to the first sphere, choosing a slight blue color, bring up the specter level, bring up the glossy level, click on two sided and bring down the last two to about four. Look to see it is fairly transparent, in a test window. This is glass one, put on hide. Go to glas...
How To: Apply normal maps in 3D Studio Max
In this video, we learn how to apply normal maps in 3D Studio Max. First, go to the cylinder button and name it. Then, change the radius and height how you would like them. After this, select "extended primitives" from the drop down menu on the top. From here, enter in the diameter and sides for the round hose and then select the diameter of the cylinder. This will create a cylinder but with the look of a hose instead. Use the bottom toolbar to edit the sizes of the map and then save this whe...
How To: Render falling sand with the 3ds Max Krakota plugin
See how to create a complex falling sand Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software, new to the Krakota plugin or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started creating eye-catching scenes with Krakota yourself, take a look!
How To: Use Attenuation in Autodesk 3ds Max 2014
Hello and welcome to the 3rd Chapter of the Lights in 3Ds Max. In this chapter we are going to discuss about the attenuation of the lights. There are two kind of attenuation are out there in 3Ds Max , Near and Far , we will learn about the theory behind the attenuation and learn how to use them. Hope you will enjoy.
How To: Use the cross section modifier on splines in 3ds Max
This 3D software tutorial shows you how to use the cross section modifier in 3ds Max. The cross section modifier tool works on splines and is most often used when modeling with curves in 3D Studio Max. he CrossSection modifier creates a “skin” across multiple splines. It works by connecting the vertices of 3D splines to form a skin. The resulting object is another spline object that can be used with the Surface modifier to create a patch surface. These two modifiers, when used together, are s...
How To: Make simple 3D objects with the 3ds Max modeling tools
In this 3ds Max tip tutorial, you'll learn how to work with the program's various modeling tools, taking a look at features like spline shape modeling, the lathe modifier and connect compound object to create a simple cup of tea. You'll use spline and lathe to create the cup body, then use loft to create the handle and last step will be connecting these two parts to create the final cup of tea. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to ...
How To: Create a dummy object in 3ds Max
In this 3ds Max video tutorial you will learn how to create a dummy object (an object that doesn't render). You'll also learn how to link the dummy object to a light and a camera for animating. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Create a dummy object in 3ds Max.
How To: Join or subtract objects with Booleans in 3ds Max 8
Check out this 3ds Max video tutorial on how to create objects quickly by adding, subtracting, and intersecting objects.
How To: Animate flying arrows using particle flow in 3DS MAX
It's tough to say whether making an arrow hit its target consistently is harder using a bow or a 3D animation program. Both take work, patience, and strength. Well, maybe not strength so much for the 3D animation. Anyway, this video will teach you how to use particle flow in 3DS MAX to animate arrow so that they fly through the air and stick in the ground.
How To: Morph targets in 3DS MAX with WoW characters
The silent film era ended long before anyone had conceived of something like machinima, so your machinima movie had better have some talking! This movie will teach you how to use morph target in 3DS MAX to give your imported World of Warcraft characters facial expressions and animate their mouths to make them appear to be talking. You'll also learn how to make your model sneer, smile, and perform other facial actions.
How To: Create a 3D model of an aged wall in 3ds Max 2010
In this clip, you'll learn how to go about creating a realistic 3D model of an ill-kept wall in 3ds Max. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look. Create a 3D model of an aged wall in 3ds Max 2010.
How To: Apply multiple materials to a single object in 3ds Max
New to 3ds Max? Luckily, WonderHowTo is chock full of videos on the program. In this tutorial, learn how to apply multiple materials to a single object in 3ds Max.
How To: Put your face into someone else's photo with Photoshop
For years, people who wanted to make fake photos of themselves with celebrities or crushes had to make due with cutting out a picture of their own face and gluing it onto a photo in place of the person they wished to replace. Now there is a more elegant, cleaner way to do it. This video will show you how to replace one head with another in photos using Photoshop. Now you too can shake hands with George W. Bush! At least in a fake photo. And we're not sure why you'd want to anyway.
How To: Smooth geometry in 3ds Max
This short tutorial shows you how to smooth polygonal geometery so it renders smoothly from 3D Studio Max.
How To: Switch from wireframe to solid view in 3ds Max
In this 3ds Max video tutorial you will learn how to switch from wireframe to solid (shaded)view. Wireframe view provides faster rendering time, while solid view gives you a more polished look of what your work will look like when rendered. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Switch from wireframe to solid view in 3ds Max.
How To: Model a basic character in 3D Studio MAX
So you finally shelled out for 3D Studio MAX. Congratulations. Now you need to make something with it! This video for beginners will walk you through the basics of modeling a character in 3D Studio MAX. It covers setting up a reference image (the one from the video is here), creating a rough body, connecting body parts, head modeling, and paint deformation. After you watch these three videos you should have all the tools you need to model a basic character in 3D Studio MAX. Now then, on to th...
How To: Create a basic landscape in 3ds Max
This is a simple tutorial aimed at beginners that shows you how to create a basic landscape in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Create a wet surface effect within 3D Studio Max 2010
See how to use a composite map to create a wet effect or a water presence effect over a surface in a very simple and fast way within 3ds Max 2010. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the 3ds Max 2011 workflow, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this trick in your own projects, watch this free video guide. Create a wet surface effect wit...
How To: Use plane modeling to model a head in 3ds Max
So you're mastered the basics of modeling 3D characters in 3D Studio MAX. Good for you. Where to now? This video perhaps? It will teach you how to use plane modeling to create a model of a human head. This technique requires some skill and experience at using 3ds Max, but if you've got that and need to move on to the next level, watch this video.
How To: Create 3D models of wire and cable using 3D Studio MAX
Creating wires, cords, and other rope-like objects in 3D Studio MAX can be tough, as they are oddly proportioned and often oddly positioned. This two-part video will show you how to model such objects in 3DS MAX. Now you can model yourself sitting at the computer modeling with all of your desk's many cords accurately depicted.
How To: Model wavy window curtains in Autodesk 3ds Max
This video tutorial is meant to help you model your own curtains in Autodesk 3ds Max. If you need some window curtains, this is the best way to model them. You'll learn how to do it using several modifiers and layer techniques. You can download the finished curtain from VisualKnights, which you can fully edit to your needs. This tutorial can also work with older versions of 3ds Max (previously called 3d Studio Max).
How To: Use particle flow to make liquids splatter in 3DS MAX
Working with particle flow in 3DS MAX allows you to create all sorts of awesome effects, including swarms of small characters or, in this case, realistic liquids. Specifically, this video series will show you how to use pflow to create a liquid splatter effect, which can be used to make rain, explosions, and all sorts of other things. Watch this video and hone your skills.
How To: Render an object in 3DS MAX to reveal their wireframe
3DS MAX is one of the most powerful 3D modeling and rendering tools available today. This video tutorial offers instructions for using the software to render a 3D image, allowing you to see and manipulate its wireframe. This is essential knowledge for using 3DS MAX, so watch on and then get to rendering!
How To: Create a realistic leaf animation in 3ds Max
Want to get into the fine, intricate workings of leaf? Leaves are very detailed, and very common in nature, so everybody knows what they look like, how they feel, and how complicated they can be to replicate. But if you're up for the challenge, this video tutorial will show you how to recreate leaves in 3ds Max. Learn to create a three-dimensional leaf animation in 3ds Max without the pain of opacity mapping. Check it out. Get back to nature.
How To: Use and work with materials in Autodesk 3ds Max 2011
In this video tutorial, we learn how to use materials in Autodesk 3ds Max. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the 3ds Max 2011 workflow, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using the lessons imparted by this free video software tutorial yourself, watch this free video guide.
How To: Assign material ID's and multiple textures in 3ds Max
When you assign a material ID to certain polygons, you will tell 3D Studio Max to use that material only on those polygons that you want. In this 3d Max video tutorial you will learn how to assign material ID's and multiple textures to the same source. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Assign material ID's and multiple textures in 3ds Max.
How To: Link objects in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows you how to link objects (parent) in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Spline model with loft and sweep monitor in 3ds Max 8
Check out this 3ds Max video tutorial on how to create complex shapes easily with lofts and sweeps. A great tool for all of you digital 3D modelers/sculptors/animators.
How To: Use basic box modeling in 3D Studio MAX
Box modeling is the most fundamental type of modeling in 3D Studio MAX, allowing you to model elaborate 3D images out of many tiny boxes. This video for 3DSMAX beginners will walk you through the basics of box modeling a human body from a blueprint. You may move past this technique as your skills grow, but you need to know it before they can.
How To: Create a custom grid in 3ds Max
Learn how to create a custom home grid in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Use the Slate material editor in 3ds Max 2011
Learn how to take use the Slate material editor in 3ds Max 2011. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the 3ds Max 2011 workflow, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using the Slate tool in your own 3ds Max 2011 projects, watch this free video guide.
How To: Join two polygons with the bridge tool in 3ds Max
3ds Max lets you use 2D shapes as the cross sections of 3D models. In this 3d Max video tutorial you will learn how to do this using the polygon bridge weld too. Basically, this bridge tool lets you join two polygons. Make sure to hit "play tutorial" in the top left corner of the video to start the video. There is no sound, so you'll need to watch the pop-up directions. Join two polygons with the bridge tool in 3ds Max.
How To: Create specular maps from bump maps in 3ds Max 8
This 3ds Max video tutorial goes over the concept of specular maps and how to paint one using an existing bump map as reference in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software. You'll work in conjunction with Adobe Photoshop, so if you don't have one or the other programs, why even bother building digital 3D characters?
How To: Tear cloth in 3D Studio Max 2010
See how to take advantage of 3ds Max 2010's in-built tear modeling feature, which provides 3D artists to quickly cut a cloth as if due to a strong stretching force or a reaction to a hard collision with other rigid body meshes. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, take a look!
How To: Export png files from 3ds Max 9
This tutorial shows you how to export a video into PNG file sequences in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Create realistic boat-water interactions in 3ds Max
See how to simulate the interaction between a boat (a mesh) and water (a plane), creating the waves, ripples and particle splashes. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this effect in your own Max projects, take a look! Create realistic boat-water interactions in 3ds Max.
How To: Create a textured face in 3ds Max 8
This is a three-part 3ds max video tutorial that takes a look at using reference photos for creating a head texture. If you have photographs that can work, there really isn't any reason not to use them since they can often provide plenty of subtle details that would be very time consuming to add otherwise.
How To: Create a procedural night sky with stars in Autodesk 3ds Max
This tutorial walks you through how to set up a procedural night sky with twinkling stars in Autodesk 3ds Max. You will be creating a opacity material with noise maps, and using an phase animated noise behind this to illuminate the stars. To edit the star size and brightness, you should play with the noise size and high/low settings on the individual noise map. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist ...
How To: Use Spotlight in Autodesk 3ds Max 2014
This 4th Chapter of Lights in Autodesk 3Ds max is fully concentrated on spot light. We will learn about the various spot light parameter of 3ds max like, Hotspot/Beam and falloff, then how to use overshoot or its limitations, how we can make the spotlight rectangular than circuler and many more. Hope you will enjoy.
How To: Model and animate a cardboard box in Autodesk 3ds Max
This very simple tutorial is ideal for a beginner to Autodesk 3ds Max. Start your project by creating a simple cardboard box. Then apply texture mapping, add graphics to the face, and then set the animation so your box behaves like a real one would!
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