3ds Max 4 Mega Storm, Second Edition, New Martian, with Disc (Second Edition)

Author: Wang Qi Computer Animation Studio
Publisher: Daheng Electronics Publishing House
Publishing Date: 2002-01-01
Features: Wang Qi Computer Animation Studio proudly presents the brand-new learning for 3dsmax4, dramatically upgrading the globally acclaimed 《Marsman》. It is divided into two volumes and includes 6 CDs, featuring nearly 100 animation examples and full multimedia instruction spanning over 20 hours. All videos are compressed in high-quality MPEG4 format, offering DVD-level playback quality. The total capacity is nearly 4GB, consisting of over 1,000 teaching video files, making it an unprecedentedly comprehensive set, complemented by over 1,000 pages of corresponding text for study.
By using this, readers can achieve a comprehensive audiovisual learning experience. They can directly watch the step-by-step creation of each exercise, revisit unclear sections as needed, and align all segments with the corresponding chapters in the text. When studying the text and encountering doubts, they can immediately refer to the complete production process on the CD. Even complex character modeling exercises can be fully mastered by everyone, showcasing the superiority of multimedia over traditional text.
If you are struggling to improve, this teaching set can promptly help you break through to the next level. Experience the magical rendering effects of Mentalray (formerly known as Softimage 3D’s renderer) in 3dsmax; truly learn the detailed modeling processes for human and animal characters; master the creation and application of practical architectural materials for titles; simulate realistic animation effects using rigid and soft body dynamics; and explore advanced facial animation techniques.
3dsmax4 is sweeping the world with its brand-new features, and this covers all its additions while discarding outdated animation methods. It enables you to comprehensively learn the world’s most advanced 3D animation production techniques, including character modeling, character animation, soft body dynamics, and the top-tier renderer Mentalray.
The examples in this are designed for professional fields such as architectural renderings, walkthrough animations, TV title sequences, product advertising, and cartoon character animations. It combines introductory and professional applications, covering every aspect of 3dsmax4—from modeling, materials, lighting, photography, environment, effects, animation, characters, particles, dynamics, to soft bodies. With extensive knowledge coverage, it is the fastest and best way for 3D animation enthusiasts to master 3dsmax4.
The 《Marsman》 series is the most authoritative 3D animation in China, awarded "Top Ten Multimedia Discs" and "Most Popular Disc" during 1993–1997. It has remained best-selling since 1997. Author Wang Qi has been involved in 3D animation since 1992, creating over 100 professional film and television advertisements, editing and publishing over 20 3D animation books and multimedia, and even organizing the graphic and image module for the National High-Tech Examination. With nearly a million copies printed in total, his wealth of experience in self-learning and production is now poured into this multimedia software.
With direct teaching spanning over 20 hours, this set has completely surpassed the limitations of small multimedia content, outstripping 《Marsman》 in volume, teaching content, and interactivity. It is an invaluable learning resource. This luxurious new multimedia teaching set makes computer 3D animation a dream no longer reserved for the few! Create professional architectural animations, TV title sequences, and cartoon films at home using your own computer, blending your artistic inspiration with computer technology.
If you already own a computer, why not explore this wonderful discipline and discover your unlimited potential?
《New Marsman — 3dsmax4 Storm》 includes 6 CDs and 2 with over 1,000 pages, featuring nearly 100 examples all personally explained by Wang Qi. The full teaching duration exceeds 20 hours, with nearly 1,000 high-quality MPEG4 video files, totaling nearly 4GB in storage—a content volume unmatched in magnitude. The content is comprehensive and professional, covering all new features of 3dsmax4, including character animation, soft body dynamics, and Hollywood-grade top-tier renderer Mentalray, among the world’s most advanced high-end production techniques.