Turn Your Ideas Into High-Impact 3D Models and Animations Transform flat drawings and concepts into impressive 3D visualizations that will amaze your clients with the comprehensive instruction you'll find in Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007. Written by VIZ experts, this book shows you how to get the most out of the latest version of Autodesk's powerful 3D design, modeling, and animation tool with an in-depth, tutorial-based approach grounded in real-world examples. This new edition has been fully updated and revised to cover all of Autodesk VIZ 2007's new features--asset tracking, revamped Xrefs, an updated interface, and the improved rendering and editing tools--and it's packed with professional techniques you can apply immediately to your own work for striking results. Whether you're new to VIZ or simply want to master the latest features, this book offers the clear explanations and step-by-step instructions you need to create, animate, and render realistic architectural visualizations with VIZ 2007. Coverage includes: * Creating complex shapes with surface modeling tools * Using, organizing, and editing objects and meshes * Efficiently managing design data * Adding natural lighting effects * Staging a virtual walk-through of your room designs for clients * Applying radiosity to create lifelike views * Employing mental ray to achieve high-res rendering * Using AutoCAD and Photoshop(r) with VIZ * Exporting content to the Web Featured on the CD You'll find a trial version of VIZ 2007 plus project files for all of the book's exercises. Master VIZ 2007's great new features, including asset tracking, scene states, new modeling and texturing enhancements, batch rendering, and improved interoperability with other Autodesk products. Create 3D models quickly and intuitively using the new edit poly tools and Sweep modifier. Work effectively with lights, materials, and cameras. Animate your models and create interactive views. George Omura was cited as favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's "Best of Everything CAD" issue, November/December 2003. www.sybex.com

Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007

Computers & Technology

Onstott, Scott

Omura, George

McFarland, Jon

Graphics & Design

Sybex

Presenting you with the perfect step-by-step introduction to the world’s leading CAD software, this this perennial bestseller is completely revised and features comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the latest AutoCAD features, such as dynamic blocks, external references, and 3D design. You’ll get concise explanations and practical tutorials that you can follow sequentially or jump in at any chapter by downloading the drawing files from the Sybex Web site, www.sybex.com/go/acadner2008. Either way, you’ll master AutoCAD features, get a thorough grounding in its essentials, and see quick results. 
For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

AutoCAD 2008 and AutoCAD LT 2008: No Experience Required

Frey, David

In Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2008, VIZ expert Jon McFarland teaches you how to get the most out of Autodesk's potent 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software. As you follow real-world examples, you'll quickly see how to apply these techniques to your design projects. Whether you're entirely new to VIZ or simply want to master its newest features, this book offers the clear explanations and step-by-step instruction you need to make VIZ work for you. Coverage includes:  Finding your way around in VIZ Linking to AutoCAD files Modeling using primitive and compound objects Editing using modifers and sub-objects Creating complex shapes with surface modeling tools Managing your design data more efficiently Simulating lighting effects accurately with global illumination Rendering real-world surfaces with Architectural material Setting up animated walk-throughs Using radiosity to create accurate scene lighting Using mental ray to achieve the most realistic rendering Producing design presentation views Understanding keyframes and function curve editing Acquiring 3D models and props from the Web

Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2008

AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009: No Experience Required is the perfect step-by-step introduction to the very latest version of the world's leading CAD software. It provides concise explanations and practical tutorials that clearly show you how to plan and develop a customized AutoCAD project. Follow the tutorials sequentially or just jump in at any chapter by downloading the drawing files from the companion website. Either way, you'll master AutoCAD features, get a thorough grounding in the essentials, and see quick results.

AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009: No Experience Required

The only comprehensive tutorial/reference exclusively devoted to Autodesk's robust architectural visualization software 3ds Max Design is a powerful real-time 3D design, modeling, and animation tool for architectural visualizations. This book covers all the software's crucial features, including how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light-crucial factors for sustainable design-and how to define and assign realistic materials and work with AutoCAD and Revit files. You'll quickly learn how to get the most from this powerful software's 3D modeling, animation, and rendering capabilities. McFarland is an Autodesk Authorized Author with professional experience in creating complex visualizations for a large property development company. His real-world focus means workflows and instructions are professional and proven, and projects will include those that pros work on every day. <ul>
<li>Uses actual examples from the author's experience, including retail spaces, small offices, residential developments, and more</li> <li>Concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on tutorials teach the basics and fine points of the software</li> <li>Covers all the essential features, such as how to simulate and analyze sun, sky, and artificial light</li> <li>Demonstrates efficient use of the interface; how to work with Revit and AutoCAD files; using data, scene management, and solid modeling tools; rendering real-world surfaces; and setting up animated walkthroughs</li> </ul>
Mastering 3ds Max Design 2010 provides a practical education in using this powerful architectural visualization tool.

Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2010

Harper, Jeffrey

Gerhard, Mark

Completely updated on the latest releases of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, this book provides you with the skills needed to work in AutoCAD immediately and a step-by-step tutorial teaches you all the basics so you can quickly achieve results when creating 2D and 3D technical drawings. You’ll look at dimensioning, external references, layouts and printing, and using 3D and move on to examining more advanced features such as grouping, elevations, hatches, and using text in drawings. The companion Web site contains project files, a bonus chapter on using the Internet with AutoCAD, an appendix on attributes, and another appendix on dynamic blocks.

AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010: No Experience Required

* Navigating within the interface * Creating and editing 2D and 3D objects * Controlling animation with function curves * Integrating walls, doors and windows * Simulating water surfaces and fluttering flags * Adjusting color and brightness of lighting * Rendering scenes with Quick Render Valuable tools on CD-ROM! * 3ds Max 8 evaluation version * Project files from the book System Requirements: Please see the "About the CD-ROM" Appendix for details and complete system requirements. * "Master It" sidebars answer questions and present shortcuts * High-resolution screen shots demonstrate each task * Succinct explanations walk you through step by step * Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules

Master Visually 3ds Max 8

Simon, Jinjer

Programming

Visual

3ds max™ 4 In Depth provides readers with a comprehensive reference for creating effects for film, movies, and games. This book covers the modeling and modification of structures from primitive objects, plus other parametric design tools found in the program. 3ds max™ 4 In Depth contains various projects to strengthen concepts learned with a color studio to showcase the results. CD-ROM is included with maps or clips needed for each exercise.

3ds max 4 in Depth

Arts & Photography

Polevoi, Rob

Photography & Video

Coriolis Group

Provides readers with a comprehensive reference for creating effects for film, movies, and games. This book covers the modeling and modification of structures from primitive objects, plus other parametric design tools found in the program. and contains various projects to strengthen concepts learned with a color studio to showcase the results. CD-ROM is included with maps or clips needed for each exercise.

3DS Max 4 In Depth

Comics & Graphic Novels

How To Create Comics & Manga

Paraglyph Press

Vuelve AutoCAD con una versión renovada y sólida. Cualquier diseñador y delineante técnico que se precie necesita dominar este programa. AutoCAD 2010, es más ágil y permite enfrentar cualquier tipo de diseño. Este libro es un compendio perfecto para estudiar el programa. Ofrece una cobertura integral de las nuevas caracterí

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Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007

AutoCAD 2008 and AutoCAD LT 2008: No Experience Required

Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2008

AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009: No Experience Required

Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2010

AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010: No Experience Required

Master Visually 3ds Max 8

3ds max 4 in Depth

3DS Max 4 In Depth

AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010: No Experience Required