3D Studio MAX 5.0 Quick Start Tutorial

Author: Wang Wei
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: This book features a novel format, rich content, strong usability and operability, and in-depth yet easy-to-understand explanations, enabling readers to quickly and easily master the methods and techniques for creating 3D scenes and animations using 3DS MAX. It is suitable for professionals in 3D graphic design, 3D animation design and production, advertising design, and architectural design. It can also serve as a primary teaching and self-study resource for students and teachers in primary and higher education institutions, as well as for training programs in related fields. Unlike typical tutorial-style books, this book does not adopt a dry or simplistic tutorial approach. Instead, it guides readers step-by-step through the operations of various functions in 3DS MAX using detailed illustrations. Focusing on key areas such as scene creation and rendering, animation production and output, the book provides comprehensive insights into the entire process—from establishing basic scenes, editing materials, and rendering lights and environments to recording animations and exporting videos. The book's novel format, rich content, strong usability and operability, and clear explanations make it easy for readers to quickly grasp the methods and techniques for creating 3D scenes and animations using 3DS MAX. At the end of each chapter, several exercises are provided to encourage readers to think critically.