50 Classic Examples of 3ds Max 6

Author: He Zhuxiong
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Humans live in a three-dimensional space, where we can depict our world on a piece of paper, narrate it with words, or even film it into television or movies. We can also use a computer screen to sketch this three-dimensional world. Recently, the blockbuster movie "Shrek" captivated audiences with its lifelike character movements and expressive faces, truly exquisite. On the other hand, "The Lord of the Rings" presented grand scenes that even gave viewers a dizzying sense of scale, showcasing its majestic style. These detailed expressions and spectacular scenes could not have been achieved through simple filming alone; they rely heavily on the assistance of computer software. With the acceleration of computer processing speeds, work time has been significantly reduced, and efficiency has improved. Meanwhile, advancements in 3D software have further enhanced the level of computer art design.
Sometimes, people feel an urge to express themselves, often choosing to depict the space around them and the objects nearby. In this expression, they tend to infuse their own emotional colors—this is art, simple yet profound. Famous painters use static lines to vividly convey the movements, expressions, and emotions of their subjects. They rely on the subtlety and accuracy of their techniques, which ordinary people often struggle to achieve. Fortunately, 3ds Max is an expert in this field. Its diverse materials can meet all requirements, including portraying the expressions, emotions, and even the true personalities of characters. Once you master 3ds Max 6, you can freely sketch your own three-dimensional world, express profound character emotions, and articulate your perspective on the 3D world.
Some say that creating artwork requires artistic talent or knowledge of art theory. But I don’t agree. As a software application, the greatest advantage of 3ds Max lies in its ability to guide users step by step through the creative process, just like other applications. The work you create and the process itself are, in fact, expressions of art. No one would say that only novelists can use Word, or that only mathematicians can use Excel. Similarly, the works created with 3ds Max can also be mere doodles. In the world of 3ds Max, what you possess are interest and need. As long as you have these two elements, you will enter a perfect world of 3D animation creation.
This book is written with this purpose in mind. It combines knowledge introductions with practical examples to meticulously explain the various usage methods and application techniques of 3ds Max 6. If you have little prior knowledge of 3ds Max, the basic concepts section will help you quickly familiarize yourself with the software and enable you to design simple animated works. In the following chapters, detailed explanations are provided on topics such as creating simple 3D animations with 3ds Max 6, basic animation modeling, advanced modeling, materials and lighting, animation rendering and special effects, the reactor function of 3ds Max 6, and the application of common plugins. The selected examples are typical, and the step-by-step instructions are thorough.
The goal of writing this book is to help readers learn the fundamental principles and various methods of 3D design, enabling them to truly use 3ds Max 6 for practical work and operations. The book introduces the application fields of 3ds Max 6, as well as basic operational knowledge such as software installation and configuration. It comprehensively covers the skills and methods of using 3ds Max 6 for multimedia design and production, from object modeling and environment creation to animation rendering.