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How to model the new James Bond intro with 3D Studio Max

Model the new James Bond intro with 3D Studio Max

In this video tutorial, Creative Cow leader Michael Park shows you how ...more

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How to use the InfoCenter in 3d Studio Max 2009

Use the InfoCenter in 3d Studio Max 2009

In this 3ds Max tutorial, Michael Hurwicz provides an introduction to the InfoCenter, a new feature in 3ds Max 2009 which makes it easier to ...more

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How to use the view cube & steering wheel in 3D Studio Max

Use the view cube & steering wheel in 3D Studio Max

In this 3ds Max tutorial, Michael Hurwicz provides an introduction to ...more

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How to box model a jet in 3DS Max for PaperVision3D

Box model a jet in 3DS Max for PaperVision3D

This software tutorial series teaches you how to box model in 3DS Max. Specifically, you will learn the basics of box modeling in 3D Studio ...more

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How to link objects in 3DS Max

Link objects in 3DS Max

Hierarchy is one of the object association types in 3ds Max. It is based on a parent-child relationship, which can be created by linking ...more

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How to create a daytime interior with Vray render in 3ds Max

Create a daytime interior with Vray render in 3ds Max

You'll learn the placement of lights in the scene and the Vray ...more

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How to create a realistic leaf in 3ds Max

Create a realistic leaf in 3ds Max

Watch this video learn how to create a leaf easily without pain by opacity mapping. Check it out!

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How to model with images in 3ds Max

Model with images in 3ds Max

This 3D software tutorial shows you how to use images to affect models in 3D Studio Max. Using the displacement modifier in 3ds Max we are ...more

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How to model with primitives in 3DS Max for Papervision3D

Model with primitives in 3DS Max for Papervision3D

This software tutorial demonstrates how to build with primitives in ...more

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How to submit 3D accessories in IMVU from 3ds Max

Submit 3D accessories in IMVU from 3ds Max

This tutorial shows you how to make and submit cool 3D accessories to IMVU using 3D Studio Max. It's all about meshes and texturing.

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How to unwrap UV's for organic modeling in 3ds Max 8

Unwrap UV's for organic modeling in 3ds Max 8

Check out this two-part 3ds Max video tutorial that walks the user ...more

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How to use the displace modifier in 3ds Max

Use the displace modifier in 3ds Max

The Displace modifier in 3ds Max acts as a force field to push and reshape an object’s geometry. You can apply its variable force directly ...more

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How to use the shell modifier in 3ds Max

Use the shell modifier in 3ds Max

The Shell modifier was added to 3ds Max in release 6, and a far as I know the Shell modifier was written by Peter Watje. In this 3ds Max ...more

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How to make a vent layout with opacity maps in 3D Studio Max

Make a vent layout with opacity maps in 3D Studio Max

Make a vent layout using opacity maps in 3D Max and vray. This ...more

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How to model a barbecue in 3ds Max

Model a barbecue in 3ds Max

Learn the modeling process of barbeque stuff in 3ds max. Step by step process is shown, so sit back and enjoy the tutorial.

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How to rendering shadows using Vray render elements in 3d Max

Rendering shadows using Vray render elements in 3d Max

Render shadows only in 3D Studio Max using vray. Once the tutorial is ...more

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How to build 3D reference plates in 3ds Max 8

Build 3D reference plates in 3ds Max 8

This 3ds Max video tutorial will take you through the process of setting up reference plates for precision modeling in Autodesk's 3D Studio ...more

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How to move, rotate, and scale objects in 3ds Max 8

Move, rotate, and scale objects in 3ds Max 8

Transforms are a fundamental part of 3D graphics. It's important to know this well before moving on to making perfect 3D models with 3ds ...more

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How to use modifiers and the modifiers stack in 3ds Max 8

Use modifiers and the modifiers stack in 3ds Max 8

Check out this 3ds Max video tutorial on how to modify a 3D object ...more

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How to add a biped to a mesh character in 3ds Max

Add a  biped to a mesh character in 3ds Max

If you just made a mesh character, it's not going to be very interesting or fun to use until you can start animating it. To start animating ...more

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