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  1. Learning Autodesk Maya: A Beginners Introduction to the Software, Part 2

    Learning Autodesk Maya: A Beginners Introduction to the Software, Part 2

    Tutorial Beginner

    If you've always wanted to dive into Autodesk Maya but didn't know where to start, this two part tutorial is for you! Besides being one of the premier...

  2. A Basic Introduction to Working with & Customizing ZBrush

    A Basic Introduction to Working with & Customizing ZBrush

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In this tutorial I'll give you a basic introduction to ZBrush's interface and tell you how to customize it's User Interface to make your workflow more fluid...

  3. Create a Futuristic Sci-Fi Scene Using 3D Models in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Create a Futuristic Sci-Fi Scene Using 3D Models in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Tutorial Advanced

    In this tutorial we'll assemble a futuristic vision of Earth using pre-made 3D content, in an unorthodox way, to construct architecture directly in Photoshop...

  4. Create a Shattering Glass Animation in Cinema 4D & AE - Part 3 Rendering

    Create a Shattering Glass Animation in Cinema 4D & AE - Part 3 Rendering

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Today's lesson is all about prepping for rendering. You'll start by finalizing the animation with some slight tweaks to the timing. Once done you'll move...

  5. Learning Autodesk Maya: A Beginners Introduction to the Software, Part 1

    Learning Autodesk Maya: A Beginners Introduction to the Software, Part 1

    Tutorial Beginner

    If you've always wanted to dive into Autodesk Maya but didn't know where to start, this new two part tutorial is for you! Besides being one of the premier...

  6. Rigging And Steering A Simple Car In Cinema 4D R12

    Rigging And Steering A Simple Car In Cinema 4D R12

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Thanks to Cinema 4D version R12, which just released before the brand new R13. We are able to rig and drive a car quickly and easily. In this tutorial,...

  7. High Poly Weapon Creation: Modeling the AK-47 in 3D Studio Max, Part 2

    High Poly Weapon Creation: Modeling the AK-47 in 3D Studio Max, Part 2

    Tutorial Advanced

    In this detailed, two part tutorial we are going to take a look at creating a high poly, realistic AK-47 in 3D Studio Max. We are going to use various...

  8. Compositing a Boat Explosion with 3D Studio Max, FumeFX & AE

    Compositing a Boat Explosion with 3D Studio Max, FumeFX & AE

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In today's tutorial you'll learn how to create and composite an explosion into live action footage using a mix of Cg elements and stock effects. Over the...

  9. High Poly Weapon Creation: Modeling the AK-47 in 3D Studio Max, Part 1

    High Poly Weapon Creation: Modeling the AK-47 in 3D Studio Max, Part 1

    Tutorial Advanced

    In this detailed, two part tutorial we are going to take a look at creating a high poly, realistic AK-47 in 3D Studio Max. We are going to use various...

  10. Creating an Old Weathered Low Poly Post Box in Maya: Part 2

    Creating an Old Weathered Low Poly Post Box in Maya: Part 2

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to create a low poly, highly detailed, old UK post box worn out by the weather, rusty and bitten up. A model suitable for use in the game industry...

  11. Creating an Old Weathered Low Poly Post Box in Maya: Part 1

    Creating an Old Weathered Low Poly Post Box in Maya: Part 1

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to create a low poly, highly detailed, old UK post box worn out by the weather, rusty and bitten up. A model suitable for use in the game industry...

  12. Modeling, Texturing & Rendering for Production: Part 3 Modeling

    Modeling, Texturing & Rendering for Production: Part 3 Modeling

    Tutorial Advanced

    In this lesson, you'll construct the high resolution model of the airship using elements from the mesh library created in the previous part. This allows the...