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  1. How to Match 3D Ground Planes With a Vanishing Point

    How to Match 3D Ground Planes With a Vanishing Point

    Tutorial Beginner

    In this tutorial, Steve Caplin will explain how to place a 3D model into a scene and match the perspective of an existing photograph by combining Photoshop's...

  2. Create an "Out of the Box" Stone and Concrete 3D Text Effect

    Create an "Out of the Box" Stone and Concrete 3D Text Effect

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In this tutorial, we will mix Photoshop CS6's 3D tools with Filter Forge to create an "out of the box" stone and concrete 3D text effect. Let's get started!

  3. Rig, Animate & Composite Fish into Live Footage using 3D Studio Max

    Rig, Animate & Composite Fish into Live Footage using 3D Studio Max

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In today’s tutorial you’ll learn how to rig a stock fish model using a basic bone setup and just how easily it can be animated using the awesome free "Spring...

  4. Recreating Pixar's Wall-e in High Poly Using Maya 2012: Part 1

    Recreating Pixar's Wall-e in High Poly Using Maya 2012: Part 1

    Tutorial Beginner

    Today we're debuting our latest in-depth modeling series for Autodesk Maya where we'll learn how to faithfully recreate one of Pixar's most lovable...

  5. Model & Render a Realistic Toothbrush in Maya

    Model & Render a Realistic Toothbrush in Maya

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In today's tutorial, you'll learn how to create a realistic toothbrush using Maya. Chandan will start by taking you through the modeling process using tried...

  6. Adding Texture and Transparency to 3D Objects in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Adding Texture and Transparency to 3D Objects in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Tutorial Beginner

    In the last episode of this series we showed you how to create several 3D objects in Photoshop. In this tutorial, we will show you how to add texture to...

  7. Create a Classic He-Man Action Figure using Maya: Part 2

    Create a Classic He-Man Action Figure using Maya: Part 2

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In part 2 you'll continue building the He-Man action figure from the ground up. This lesson covers working on the main torso section, skirt, chest and back...

  8. Creating Dynamic Grass Using Cinema 4D's Powerful Hair Module

    Creating Dynamic Grass Using Cinema 4D's Powerful Hair Module

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Cinema 4D's easy to use hair module enables us to create any type of hair object with its comprehensive options and powerful tools. In this tutorial, the...

  9. Create Lathed 3D Objects in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Create Lathed 3D Objects in Photoshop CS6 Extended

    Tutorial Beginner

    In this tutorial, we will show you how to create lathed 3D objects by revolving paths and layers around a fixed axis; a process similar to what you may have...

  10. Cgtuts+ Workshop #41 Living Room

    Cgtuts+ Workshop #41 Living Room

    Tutorial Beginner

    We're back with another entry in our weekly community project, where we post a render or animation created by a member of the Cgtuts+ community, and ask you...

  11. Quick Tip: How to Enhance Render Quality in Maya

    Quick Tip: How to Enhance Render Quality in Maya

    Tutorial Beginner

    Hey Guys! Today I will share a small Quick Tip - "How to Enhance Render Quality in Maya". When we simply render a scene in Maya, it renders using the default...

  12. Create a Stylish Earth Cross-Section Animation with Cinema 4D - Part 2

    Create a Stylish Earth Cross-Section Animation with Cinema 4D - Part 2

    Tutorial Intermediate

    In the conclusion of the Aleksey Voznesenski's awesome earth cross-section tut, you'll learn how to animate the cutaway effects using booles, add final...