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How To : Use the Composite (Toxik) feature in 3ds Max 2011

This clip presents a general overview of the Composite tool available in 3ds Max 2011. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served b ...more

AR : Everytime You See BP Logo, See 3D Oil Spill

Check out this amazing use of AR via Wired http://theleakinyourhometown.wordpress.com/ “the leak in your home town” is an iPhone app that lets users see the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill whenever they see a BP logo. A user simply launches the app and aims their iPhone’s cam ...more

How To : Re-create J.R.R. Tolkien's logo in Xara3D

Open Xara 3D. Hit show or hide cursor. Type the name JRR Tolkien. Open Animation Options. Set to swing 2. 4 frames per cycle. 1 frame per second. No pause. Angle 0. Select the second "R" and change the animation. Flip the "R" around so it is a mirror image. Go from frame one t ...more

How To : Get started using Blender 3D

"Blender is the open source, cross platform suite of tools for 3D creation." Looking to get started using the program, Blender? In this video, the basics are gone over as well as tips & tricks to get started easily. To download Blender, visit www.blender.org.

How To : Work with an image of Lady Alexstraza in 3DS Max

Working with the characters from World of Warcraft in 3DS Max has become as popular hobby for machinima enthusiasts. This video features an accomplished 3D artist going over some tips for working with the Lady Alexatraza character from Wow, focusing on how to modify the fabric ...more

How To : Create Realistic 3D Shadows

Setting up shadows takes just as much time and attention as setting up lights. You can think of all of your illumination as one half of your lighting design, and shadows as the other, equally important half. Shadows can add richness to the tones and shading of your image, tie ...more

How To : Model a 3D turntable deck in Houdini 10

Interested in modeling a DJ deck using Houdini 10 but aren't quite sure how to go about it? This guide will get you started. Whether you're new to Side Effects Software's popular 3D production program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself ...more

News : Amazon Teases Its New 3D-Capable Smartphone

We recently gave you a peek at what Amazon's first smartphone will look like, and its 3D technology. With six (six!) cameras and no-touch motion control, the product is intriguing to say the least. Now, Amazon's put out a teaser video, and it's got Amazon Phone written all ove ...more

News : Roger Ebert Hates 3D

I'm particularly interested in his point about 3D being darker. I saw Avatar in 3D with 2 different projection systems: RealD 3D and 3D at the Arclight Dome. Both times, throughout the film, I snuck a peak over my glasses and saw the colors and exposure at the saturation and b ...more

How To : Use shape keys to do 3D graphics in Blender

Shape keys are one of the most basic and important parts of making 3D graphics. This video will teach you how to use them in one popular 3D modeling suite: Blender. Also covered are how to apply your shape keys in animations and in the game engine that your graphics will be ru ...more

How To : Use Autodesk Maya 3D

Learn how to use Autodesk Maya for 3D computer animation in this free software tutorial video. Use Autodesk Maya 3D - Part 1 of 25. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Use Autodesk Maya 3D - Part 2 of 25. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.co ...more

How To : Make your YouTube videos 3D

Have you caught the 3D bug? It seems ever since Avatar was released in theatres, everyone has gone YouTube crazy... Including YouTube! In this video presented by How to and More, learn how to make your YouTube videos in 3D!

How To : Work with 3D in After Effects

This video shows the way to work with 3D in After Effects. The video basically teaches three things. Firstly, it teaches the way to change the anchor point of the image. This is done by pressing the PAN Behind Tool icon. This changes the anchor point to the desired location. S ...more

How To : Apply lighting to 3D objects in Blender

This clip covers the very basics of how lighting works within the Blender 3D modeling app. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're ...more

News : How to Make a Peacock 3D Butterfly Embossed Card

In this cardmaking tutorial, I make a gorgeous peacock green butterfly card with an embossed background using lots of Anna griffin products, old and new. If you do not have the old products you could substitute them with products you do have already in your stash. Step 1: Now ...more

How To : Use materials and lighting to make 3D models

Materials and lighting are two of the more basic elements of making good 3D models on the computer. This video teaches you how to use and manage these two important facets of a 3D model using Cheetah3D, Apple's popular free 3D editing suite.

How To : Navigate the Swift 3D v6 user interface

Learn the basics of the Swift 3D 6 interface and see how to manipulate the program's toolbars to maximize your workspace. Whether you're new to Electric Rain's popular Flash-oriented 3D modeler or just looking to better acquaint yourself with the program, you're sure to find m ...more

News : Drive Angry 3D (2011)

Here are 2 movie trailers for the feature film "Drive Angry 3D" Cast: Nicolas Cage David Morse Amber Heard Jack McGee William Fichtner Tom Atkins Pruitt Taylor Vince Michael Papajohn Billy Burke

How To : Work with 3D objects in Adobe Photoshop

Do you need to create graphics for video editing systems like Final Cut Pro, Avid, or Adobe Premiere? Are you looking to get more from Apple Motion or Adobe After Effects? Then you need to learn Adobe Photoshop. Instructor Richard Harrington how to work with 3-D objects in Ph ...more

News : Step Up 3D (2010)

Here are 7 clips from the movie "Step Up 3D" cast: Adam G. Sevani, Sharni Vinson, Rick Malambri, Stephen Boss, Harry Shum Jr.,

How To : Create and work with complex 3D projects

In this episode, Aharon shares some tips for simplifying and working with 3D compositions. You will also get a look at some cool tools designed to easily distribute and arrange layers in 3D space, and that help in creating complex 3D shapes. Creative Cow is a support communit ...more

How To : Place and manipulate the camera in 3D Studio Max

Learn how to change the position of the camera when working in 3ds Max. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For m ...more

E3 2010 : 3DS and Booth Babes

Ever play a 3D hand held game tied to a gorgeous blond model? Yeah, it happens all the time, so boring. But the video does give a nice look at the 3D aspect of the system. In the video you can see how it adapts to the players movement of the device. Here is another 3DS Video ...more

News : Opening game in 3D. First impressions.

I've been curious to watch one of these famed '3D' games for a while now. Last April at NAB, I attended several 3D panels and folks from ESPN suggested that one of the strongest experiences that would bring 3D into the home would be live sports. I've missed opportunities to wa ...more

How To : Create 3D looking textures in Photoshop

This tutorial will show you how to quickly use clouds and other tools to create a texture with some nice dimension to it. This is a great starter example, and we suggest you experiment with colors and variations of your own! Create 3D looking textures in Photoshop. Click throu ...more

News : Technology of 3D

Technology RealD 3D cinema technology uses circularly polarized light to produce stereoscopic image projection. Circular polarization technology has the advantage overlinear polarization methods in that viewers are able to tilt their head and look about the theater naturally ...more

How To : Make your TV play DVDs in 3D

How To Make Your Television Play Anything in 3D It could be a while before studios release home versions of big pictures like Avatar (rumored 2011) and Alice in Wonderland in 3D. But you don't need to wait. Provided that you have a 3D-capable HDTV, turning it into a 3D home t ...more

News : NAB 2010 - Panasonic 3D VariZoom for the AG-3DA1

Adjust the convergence while your 3D camera is on a boom.  Then watch on a Panasonic Bt-3DL2550 - 3D monitor to see if your convergence is correct. Panasonic introduced the new BT-3DL2550, a 25.5-inch 3D LCD production monitor with full 1920 x 1200 resolution. The BT-3DL2550 p ...more

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