Create a Realistic Nokia 5800 in 3D Studio Max
2 PostsIn this multi-part, hard surface modeling, texturing, and rendering tutorial, you'll learn how to quickly create a realistic looking Nokia 5800. The techniques shown in this tutorial can easily be applied to other 3d applications, and the methods of making the phone itself are fast, and very efficient. Though the resulting mesh will not be perfect, the final render will still look great.View Learning Guide...
Complete Manga Character in Blender
3 PostsIn this three part intermediate to advanced level tutorial series, professional Blender artist, Karan Shah will walk you through the creation of a ready to animate video game character using Blender. Modeling, UVMapping, Texturing, and final mesh topology are all covered in detail, making this a must see for any Blender character artist!View Learning Guide...
Realistically Stylized Eyes
3 PostsThis multiple part series focuses on creating simple, yet effective, 3d eyes that can be used in either CG illustrations, or animations. This series of tutorials covers all of the necessary steps, from modeling and unwrapping, to texturing, rigging, and animating the eye.View Learning Guide...
Model a Photo-realistic Swiss Army Knife in Modo
3 PostsSubdivision modeling is an extremely powerful tool that can allow you to add high levels of detail to your models in a relatively short amount of time. In this series, professional Modo artist, Matt Braeley, will demonstrate how to model a photo-realistic Swiss Army knife, using polygonal and subdivision modeling techniques in Modo 302.View Learning Guide...
Model a High-Poly Car Wheel in 3D Studio Max
2 PostsThe wheels are an often overlooked, but an extremely important element in perfecting the look of any car, and the many techniques and tools needed to properly build them can be applied to nearly any hard surface modeling project. In this intermediate/ advanced level tutorial, you'll learn how to model a detailed high-poly car rim and tire from blueprints in 3D Studio Max.View Learning Guide...
Rocky Video Game Terrain in Blender
4 PostsIn this series, you'll learn how to create a finished environment for Blender's Game Engine. The main focus of the series will be texturing and lighting, but you'll also learn how to use some custom 2D filters to enhance the final result.View Learning Guide...