Maya: Lighting Videos

In this Maya Lighting tutorial series by CGInstructor.com we will post 18 video tutorials on regular intervals, so you can learn everything about maya lighting as learning in a class.

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Maya: Dynamics Videos

Learn how to use real world physics to drive advanced simulations within Maya. Use fields like gravity and vortex to create incredibly realistic reactions between objects. Take advantage of constraints to create working catapults that can hurl boulders through the air. Or shake things up with a Massive wrecking ball. Maya Dynamics teaches you quickly and easily how to harness the power of physics to create amazing simulations.

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Mudbox 2009: Quick Start Series - Part 1

This quickstart series for MudBox 2009 contained the information and techniques that can't be found anywhere else and are an equal split between workflows came up with by Dave Cardwell and those invented by Wayne Robson. Quick start series all parts total running time is about 45 min. In the coming weeks more exclusive tutorials will be available for everyone for free viewing and download.

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New Images added to 3D WallPaper Art - and an announcement

Four new images were uploaded today: the images are;

> Wings
> Planet Buster
> Seed
> Morning Rise

I am also making plans to create a video-based 3d tutorials website. More details about this 3d tutorial website will be coming soon.

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The Making of Matrouk - a ZBrush Tutorial

In this ZBrush Tutorial, Yousef Ikhreis, from Jordan, goes through all of the details of his work of art, called Matrouk. This is an extensive tutorial, so be prepared for some good reading and learning.

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Making of The Hole - A 3DS Max Kick Ass Sci-Fi Tutorial

Sci Fi is my baby - so I had to write about this Tutorial as soon as I saw it. This tutorial shows you how to create a fantastic sci-fi scene using the grebble plugin of 3dsmax.

Well enough talking - here's a look at this tutorial.

Making of Lida - A Photoshop work of art

This tutorial will show you how photoshop artist, YuChengHong, developed this surreal work of art that is a mixture of ancient chinese artwork and sci-fi design.

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This is the making of one of the most popular characters in comic book history - the Joker. The artist, Minastris, uses Maya, Photoshop and Zbrush to create this evil and memorable character.

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Creating Reflections with Multiple Masks in Illustrator

This tutorial will teach you how to create a realistic looking DVD ROM in Adobe Illustrator CS3 utilizing masks. Click here to view the tutorial and feel free to post your comments.

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Studio Profile - Mass Market

Mass Market is one of the top 3d and visual effects (vfx) studios in New York City. Created by Chris Staves and Justin Lane, Mass Market has grown in size and scope and is now capable of handling projects from around the world. Here's an interview with Justin Lane, Executive Producer at MassMarket

Sins Of A Solar Empire - Its Back!

The PC game that is responsible for merging 2 distinct styles of gameplay (4X gameplay and RTS gameplay) is back, with a new expansion - Sins of a Solar Empire: Entrenchment. The new game comes with new defensive options; cool new star base units; deeper strategy and a $9.99 price.

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Creating a realistic chair in 3D Studio Max

For architectural design, you need furniture. If you want a simple, yet realistic chair design tutorial for 3D Studio Max, well, this one is for you. Click here to view the tutorial and post your comments.

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Creating A Dragon In Photoshop

This is a really cool tutorial, showing you how to create a detailed dragon's head in Photoshop. Click here to view this tutorial and feel free to post your comments.

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Creating cloudy mountains in Vue 6 Infinite

This detailed 3d tutorial shows you how to create a beautiful mountain scene using the 3d tools in Vue 6 Infinite. Click here to view the tutorial and feel free to post your comments.

Multi Displacement Mapping in Maya

Here's a short tutorial about Multi Displacement Mapping in Maya. The Multi displacement method can be very handy when setting up various displacement files for your geometry. It will enable you a higher detailed displacement for your render. Click Here to view the tutorial and feel free to post your comments.

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Learn 3ds Max - Step by Step Architectural Modeling

Learning 3ds Max, Step by Step Architectural Modeling is an 18-part tutorial which will show you the basics of creating realistic interiors with this powerful program. The tutorial is available in both html and pdf formats. View the tutorial here - also feel free to post your comments here about this tutorial.

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10 Tips of texturing

Here's a really good article that I found called "the 10 tips of 3d texturing". Have a look at it here and don't forget to post your comments here.

Google's 10 Years

Google turns 10 this year - are you any better for it? How has Google helped you? Your comments are welcome.

Keyboards from Outer Space

Are people growing tired of a standard keyboard and mouse. Take a look at some of the weirdest input devices that you may find yourself using in the near future. Click here.

Spore - Create your own little universe

Spore - this game has been hyped up so much that its almost unbelievable. Well, its finally out - so what do the reviewers say? Take a look here and find out.