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How To: Select objects in 3ds Max 8
In this 3ds Max video tutorial, you'll learn how to select objects or shape in the scene and also the many different ways to do so in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software. You'll learn about free form, paint, and more.
How To: Model complex organic forms (ears) in 3ds Max 8
In this 3ds Max video tutorial you'll see how the spline method can be used to model a very complex form, such as the ear, in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software. You'll see several tools found in EditPoly for creating overhangs, and also look at attaching the ear seamlessly with an existing head. This process works directly in conjunction with Adobe Photoshop, specifically topology, just so you know.
How To: Create bump maps from color maps in 3ds Max 8
This 3ds Max video tutorial goes over how to create bump maps and how to quickly create one using your existing color map as a starting point in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software in conjunction with Adobe Photoshop. It will also cover how to breakup your bump map with high frequency noise at the shader level for those closeup shots.
How To: Extend organic models with primitives in 3ds Max 8
In this 3ds Max video tutorial, you'll see how to use a sphere to speed up the modeling of the skull and neck areas on your organic 3D human model in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software and Adobe Photoshop.
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: Mirror and subdivide organic models in 3ds Max 8
This 3ds Max video tutorial will show you various ways to mirror your object and the pros and cons of each. Then, it will demonstrate various methods of subdividing your mesh in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital graphic modeling software.
How To: Refine organic models with EditPoly in 3ds Max 8
This 3ds Max video tutorial will go over several ways to refine and add detail to your 3D model, like using EditPoly. More specifically, you will be adding polygons for a nose, then refine them until we achieve our desired shape in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max digital 3D modeling software.
How To: Build 3D reference plates in 3ds Max 8
This 3ds Max video tutorial will take you through the process of setting up reference plates for precision modeling in Autodesk's 3D Studio Max. So get those Adobe Photoshop reference images ready for 3d Studio Max so you can display those modified photographs. It can be done in just about any digital 3D modeling software out there.
How To: Model a robot in 3ds Max
Building a robot in real life is not an easy task, and not usually accomplishable unless you have a degree in electrical engineering. But building one virtually on your computer is something almost anyone can do, if you know what program to use.
How To: Model a rocket in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows how to make a very simple rocket using 3D Studio Max.
How To: Create a running toy car in 3ds Max reactor
A short tutorial showing how to make a very basic car running simulation using the 3D Studio Max reactor.
How To: Convert a character from 3ds Max to Maya
Learn how to convert a skeleton of a character for Unreal Tournament 3 (UT3) from 3D Studio Max to Maya and import it into the Unreal engine.
How To: Change the order of modifiers in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows you how to change the order of modifiers in the modifier stack in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Make compound shapes in 3ds Max
Learn how to make compound shapes, or spline objects made of more than one spline in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Link objects in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows you how to link objects (parent) in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Rotate about another object in 3ds Max
Learn how to pick your rotation or rotate an object around another object in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Create a custom grid in 3ds Max
Learn how to create a custom home grid in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Move an object in screen space in 3ds Max
This video shows you how to move an object in 3D Studio Max in all three axis at once.
How To: Convert an object to an editable poly in 3ds Max
Learn how to convert an object into an editable polygonal object in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Hold and fetch a scene in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows you how to hold and fetch a scene in 3D Studio Max. This is very similar to a quickly saved file but without actually saving it.
How To: Use the interface in 3ds Max
This video series shows you how to use the interface (UI) in 3D Studio Max. Topics covered are viewports, menu bar, main tool bar, status bar, command panel, and animation controls respectively.
How To: Use the status bar in 3ds Max
This video explains how to use the status bar in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Active autobackup in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows you how to turn on the auto backup feature in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Bake textures for Zbrush models in 3ds Max
This tutorial shows a way of baking your textures using 3D studio Max. A useful tutorial for Zbrush sculptors. You'll also need Photoshop.
How To: Create an engine exhaust glow in 3ds Max
Creating an engine exhaust glow is a very useful effect. You can use this for spaceships, cars and more. See how to create one in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Add a biped to a mesh character in 3ds Max
If you just made a mesh character, it's not going to be very interesting or fun to use until you can start animating it. To start animating, you'll need to add a biped structure to your character - this tutorial shows you how.
How To: Create laser blasts in 3ds Max 9
Why make a boring 2D laser in After Effects or Photoshop when you can make a real 3D one in 3D Studio Max? This tutorial shows you how to create these shooting lasers (also works for light sabers).
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 two different star fields in 3ds Max
Learn how to create 2 different star fields in 3D Studio Max. This tutorial is especially helpful if you are having problems with the star field preset in Max.
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 a sky in 3D Studio Max 9
This 3ds Max tutorial shows you how to make a sky background or backdrop for your animations or videos. The second video shows you an alternative way to make a 3D sky using a sphere instead of a plane.
How To: Create planet earth in 3ds Max
This three part 3D Studio Max tutorial will show you how to build and texture a realistic looking earth and moon.
How To: Animate a star field in 3ds Max
This 3 part tutorial shows you how to animate a starfield in 3D Studio Max. This will give you a good understanding of the tools available for animating and how to use them.
How To: Create a 3D logo in 3ds Max 9 with Illustrator files
If you have a logo and want to easily turn it into a 3D object for a project in 3D Studio Max, this tutorial should help you out.
How To: Make a chrome material in 3ds Max
Make a photo-realistic chrome material in 3D Studio Max.
How To: Blow up a planet in 3ds Max 9
Learn how to blow up a planet in this three part 3D Studio Max 9 tutorial. Part 1 of 3 - How to Blow up a planet in 3ds Max 9.
How To: Animate a BIPED in 3ds Max
A 3d max tutorial.
How To: Create a live link between Revit and 3D Studio Max
This video describes the process of Linking Architectural Models from Revit into 3DS max in order to create a live link between the programs.
How To: Customize emitter objects in 3ds Max
You can learn how to customize emitter objects in 3D Studio Max. When you turn the omni off, your screen will become completely black. By changing the face reduce, you can adjust the amount of emitters.
How To: Create a pawn piece using 3ds Max
3ds Max is one of the most widely-used off the shelf 3D animation programs by content creation professionals. In this video tutorial we will take a look at the process of creating a pawn chess piece using a lathed spline. Watch the video, and start creating your own 3D chess set now! Create a pawn piece using 3ds Max.