Mastering Autodesk Viz 2008
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
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0470144823
ISBN13:9780470144824
Release Date:October 2007
Publisher:Sybex
Length:983 Pages
Weight:3.19 lbs.
Dimensions:2.1" x 7.4" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Mastering Viz '08 - Truly Excellent Stuff!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 14 years ago
I have used 3D Studio and Viz for several years and finally realized I was only using a very small fraction of its capabilities and so I am re-learning it and am very very happy with this book.
A very good book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
An excellent book for 3ds max. Good explanation and illustrations of how things were done. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is into architectural visual field.
Great Book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This book is excellent, whether in comparison to others, or just by itself. The author clearly knows how to teach, he has laid the book out in exactly the way one should when teaching a very complex program to a beginner. He starts out explaining all the fuctions, the tools, and has you play with them. Then he moves on and builds his way up so you learn and understand. I had previously tried to read the 3DS Max 2008 book by Foundation, and it was a horrible experience. It was filled with errors, was "paint by the numbers", did not explain to you why you were doing things, etc. I literally gave up. I would urge anyone wanting to learn 3DS Max or Viz 2008 to buy and read this book by Jon McFarland instead, it is excellent.
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