In this DVD, Ian shows you the tools and techniques he uses to quickly create a full character model in 3ds Max, leading you through the basic character production pipeline used at Blur Studio. He takes you through the process of building clean geometry using Max's built-in toolset as well as using the PolyBoost plugin. Ian shows how to easily enhance objects with ZBrush, and how to quickly find the form and detail of your character. From there he demonstrates how to bring the geometry back into Max to make it animation friendly by retopologizing. After the model is finished, Ian covers how to set up hair using Hair FX as well as how to set up lights, cameras and a simple rig using Biped to pose and render the character. Finally, using Adobe Photoshop«, Ian discusses how to present the character in a professional manner. This DVD is intended for artists with a basic under- standing of polygon modeling in Max, but is useful to anyone regardless of skill level or software. In this DVD Ian uses: Max, PolyBoost, ZBrush, BodyPaint and Photoshop.

In this second DVD in a series, Chris Stoski illustrates the creation of several 3D matte paintings. In the visual effects industry, directors are always asking for moving cameras in matte paintings and Chris shows how this is achieved. He creates two different environments and discusses how a matte painter creates camera movement in these key scenarios. In addition to Adobe Photoshop, Chris uses Autodesk 3ds Max, but the techniques can be implemented with other popular 3D software as well. From forward-moving dolly shots to lateral helicopter aerials, Chris covers the essentials of 3D and 2.5D matte painting for matte artists of all skill levels.

A-Z guide for creating 3 different sofas with Max and ZBrush
Creating soft 3D objects has always been a challenge in interior viz.
That’s why I’ve created this premium video tutorial that will show you how I model 3 sofa models from start to finish.

The Basic series teaches film theory in studio-based scenes, unlike the Movie Production series, which teaches real-life production in homes and outdoors. You will learn 13-Point lighting for one subject and two subjects, the jargon and motive behind each light source, as well as balancing them together with Quality, Quantity, Direction, and Color. You will learn composition concepts: Law of Thirds, Screen Mass, Triangular Dominance, Color Harmony, and Planar Separation, as well as the psychological impact of each. Also, there are sections on Lenses, Depth of Field, Shots, Axes of Motion, Makeup, and Steadicam.

DCT-BP (Basic Production): 10-Point lighting, the jargon and motive behind each light source, as well as balancing them together with Quality, Quantity, Direction, and Color. Composition concepts: Law of Thirds, Screen Mass, Triangular Dominance, Color Harmony, and Planar Separation, as well as the psychological impact of each. Also, Lenses, Depth of Field, Shots, Axes of Motion, Makeup, and Steadicam.

Once you know what’s happening with your camera and flash you can do almost anything. Speedlights open up a new realm in your photography. They are light to carry, quick to set up. And you never know when you're going to need that extra light for a more dramatic image.

The Legendary Robert Johnson is reputed to be the man who sold his soul at the crossroads to play the blues. During his short life, he enjoyed little success or recognition, and it would be 20 years after his death before his music received its deserved acclaim. Now regarded as a maestro of the blues, Johnson has been a key influence on many famed guitarists. MAX MILLIGAN, Guitar Institute (London) Instructor and Senior Examiner for Registry of Guitar Tutors (London College of Music) will show how to incorporate his techniques into your own style so you too will be able to play like Johnson!

Get ready to dive in deeper than basic editing and compositing with these entertaining and educational videos on the advanced feature set in After Effects. You'll explore the 3D environment to understand better how to work with 3D cameras and add realistic lighting and shadows. Plus, test drive tools that you may have never ventured to try before, such as painting and keying. Ko wraps up the course with a closer look at the all new Puppetry and Shapes tools.

WebCamMax - advanced utility to work with a webcam. The program, which adds amazing video effects to all webcams, even without a real camera. The program can be used by default in applications such as ICQ, AIM, MSN, Camfrog, Skype, Paltalk, Yahoo, ANYwebcam, Stickam. You can configure WebcamMax Full so that she would begin to operate and maintain broadcast from the camera only when the lens will lock the movement.

Graphic designer for music these days involves much more than just coming up with a pleasing visual for the album cover. Designers are collaborators with the featured artists, attempting to convey the sprite of their songs to a potential audience, often across a variety of media. We invited industry-insiders: designers, record-label owners and graphic performance artists to explain the relationship between eye and ear.....

Process Lasso is a unique new technology that will, amongst other things, improve your PC's responsiveness and stability. Windows, by design, allows programs to monopolize your CPU without restraint -- leading to freezes and hangs. Process Lasso's ProBalance (Process Balance) technology intelligently adjusts the priority of running programs so that badly behaved or overly active processes won't interfere with your ability to use the computer!

This training is for Maya artists interested in learning SOFTIMAGE|XSI. In a fast but effective way you will quickly start working in SOFTIMAGE|XSI just as if you were working in Maya. Learn how to use your skills in SOFTIMAGE|XSI as fast as possible.

In this instructional video Zack Petroc elaborates on his approach to digital sculpting through the creation of a female character. Starting with a low resolution box mesh, the viewer watches as Zack begins by adding gesture and rhythm to the character and then takes the design through to final detailing. The lesson takes place in ZBrush 3.0 showcasing a unique approach to developing surface, reading three dimensional form, and establishing relationships between muscle groups. This lecture is intended for all students and professionals who wish to strengthen their character work through furthering their knowledge of human anatomy.

In this instructional video Zack Petroc elaborates on his approach to digital sculpting through the creation of a female character. Starting with a low resolution box mesh, the viewer watches as Zack begins by adding gesture and rhythm to the character and then takes the design through to final detailing. The lesson takes place in ZBrush 3.0 showcasing a unique approach to developing surface, reading three dimensional form, and establishing relationships between muscle groups. This lecture is intended for all students and professionals who wish to strengthen their character work through furthering their knowledge of human anatomy.

With 9 chapters that range from simple shuffles to more advanced jazz influenced blues with some funky Beale Street soul and a Rumba from the French Quarter in between. Tim puts you behind the wheel and acts as your tour guide on this Blues odyssey. The DVD includes a 25 page PDF with standard notation and tab to clearly map your course. So get out your axe, put on your shades, fasten your seatbelt and get ready for a fantastic Blues Guitar Road Trip!