Autodesk Maya and Autodesk 3ds Max Side-By-Side

Description

If you have ever struggled to transfer from one 3D program to another as you complete the intricate details of your digital masterpiece, then you know how frustrating it can be to keep track of the tools within each program. Autodesk Maya and Autodesk 3ds Max Side-by-Side offers a unique, hands-on look at the steps that are taken to create the same piece of art within each of these popular 3D programs. Each chapter breaks down the steps to create a project in Maya, and then details the corresponding steps to create the same project in 3ds Max. Along the way, you'll learn how to use various polygon modeling tools, shaders, NURBS, subdivision surfaces, textures, and animation controls. Trial versions of Corel Painter IX 5, Maya 7, and 3ds Max 8 are included on the CD-ROM.

CONTENTS:

Whys and Hows

Where Did I Put That?

Building Simple 3D Models

Polygons Anyone?

Nervous about NURBS

Made in the Shader

Gaining Character

Color and Movement

Motion Control
Index