3D Studio Max R3 (Visual QuickStart Guide)

By Michele Matossian

Book Overview

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0201353504
• ISBN13: 9780201353501
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Peachpit Pr
• Length: 373 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.8" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

Beginner's paradise

If you want to begin learning 3d Studio Max, this is THE book. I still reference it now. The examples are short and easy. No long explanations. By the end of the book, you will be able to make terrains, render fog, etc. This will not get you into Character Studio, or advanced topics which you will have to find in another book, but this book will get you more than started. I bought 3d Studio Max r3 Bible and it left me confused. This book started me on my way. There were a few minor mistakes in the book, but not enough to depreciate the quality.

Great way to get started NOW!

VERY WELL WRITEN! This book starts with the basics then moves to the more advanced features. It is set up to be used as a reference as well as a learning tool. I must say Michele did a excellent job with this book. The only down fall I can see may be that some of the terminology used could be a bit confusing for beginners, but she takes the time to explain. I recommend this book to beginners and as a reference to more advanced designers. I walked away from this book feeling that I had a good understanding of the program. I did not feel that there was allot of unanswered questions! GOOD JOB!

Fantastic Getting Started Guide

Prior to buying this book I had absolutely no prior knoledge of the 3D Studio Max Software. So basicly I was an extreme beginner when I started looking for a book. I happened to see this book and just flipping through it my first impression was that it was very straight forward and easy to understand. After buying the book and working my way through it I quickly realized how great this book was. Not only does it show you step by step verbally how to do something, but it also has a screen shot of HOW it should look on the screen. For someone who is trying to understand how the program works and where to go to get the options you are looking for this book is for you. Toward the back of the book it goes into some of the more advanced features so I would suggest this book especialy for the beginner and also for the intermidiate level user. Good Luck.

A well designed learning guide

This book is designed for beginners who want to learn how to use 3DS MAX. It is not the typical feature reference. Structured more like a course, the writing, layout, and instructional design of the book are first rate.This book is a great resource for self-learners and for classroom use.

Great step-by-step guide to all aspects of MAX 3

This book is ideal for MAX beginners and intermediate users who need a well-organized and easy-to-understand guide to all aspects of the program. Users who are frustrated with MAX's own cryptic documentation will love this book and will keep it handy for quick answers. As a teacher of the program myself, I know this book will be especially valuable to those who are just beginning to learn MAX.