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Follow these modo tutorials to learn all about modo with WonderHowTo's collection of free how to videos, like Animate pivots in modo, Bake textures in modo 301, and Create wireframe effects when rendering in modo.

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How to animate pivots in modo

Animate pivots in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to bake textures in modo 301

Bake textures in modo 301

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to create wireframe effects when rendering in modo

Create wireframe effects when rendering in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D ...more

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How to paint occluded dirt in modo

Paint occluded dirt in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to use the UV Pack tool in modo

Use the UV Pack tool in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to use ultraviolet, or UV, gradients in modo

Use ultraviolet, or UV, gradients in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to use Action Centers for camera and lighting in Modo

Use Action Centers for camera and lighting in Modo

Go beyond the traditional 3D workflow to an immersive creative ...more

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How to use custom palettes in modo

Use custom palettes in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to create a complex folded die cut package in modo 203

Create a complex folded die cut package in modo 203

This is a 3 part series produced by modo community member Paul ...more

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How to master subdivision surface rendering in modo 301

Master subdivision surface rendering in modo 301

This multi-part modo 301 rendering series covers adaptive subdivisions ...more

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How to model a soccer ball in modo 301

Model a soccer ball in modo 301

Learn how to model a soccer ball in this modo 301 software tutorial. This video shows off several modeling techniques in modo including some ...more

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How to render output masks in modo 301

Render output masks in modo 301

This advanced modo 301 tutorial shows you how to render output masks. The modo render engine can directly export multiple buffers for ...more

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How to sculpt morphs in modo 301

Sculpt morphs in modo 301

The sculpting tools in modo 301 can be used to create morph targets (aka Blendshapes) directly within modo. This video explores the creation ...more

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How to use snapping tools in modo 301

Use snapping tools in modo 301

This short 3D modeling software video reviews how to use some of the basic snapping and absolute scaling options in modo. There are new ...more

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How to use the bridge tool in modo 202

Use the bridge tool in modo 202

The Bridge tool in modo 202 is a phenomenal modeling tool for any workflow. This video will get you a quick ramp up to the full power of the ...more

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How to use the cellular texture layer in modo

Use the cellular texture layer in modo

This 3D software tutorial shows you to create textures and materials in modo using the cellular texture later. The cellular texture in modo ...more

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How to paint light friskets, or gobos, in real time in modo

Paint light friskets, or gobos, in real time in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D ...more

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How to animate pivots in modo 301

Animate pivots in modo 301

modo provides a seamless method for animating pivots. This makes tricky animation tasks simple. Watch this tutorial and learn how and why to ...more

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How to correct perspective distortion then warp it in modo

Correct perspective distortion then warp it in modo

This modo 301 tutorial gives a quick and easy method for correcting ...more

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How to create a translucent paper lamp in modo 301

Create a translucent paper lamp in modo 301

This video explains how to create a translucent material by creating a paper lantern in modo 301. Along the way you might pick up some basic ...more

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How to create logo animation in modo 301

Create logo animation in modo 301

This modo tutorial series by Dan Ablan of 3DGarage shows you how to create a logo animation. The series examines the use of the text tool ...more

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How to start animating in modo 301

Start animating in modo 301

This quick 3D software tutorial provides a ramp up into using the modo 301 animation tools. If you haven't animated in modo 301 yet, this ...more

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How to use global illumination in modo 201

Use global illumination in modo 201

This modo 201 tutorial provides insight into the inner workings of global illumination, aka Radiosity and/or Indirect Illumination. The ...more

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How to use group masks in modo 301

Use group masks in modo 301

This 3D software tutorial teaches you the power and simplicity of the group mask in modo 301. When you hear the term mask, you probably ...more

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How to use image ink in modo 202 and higher

Use image ink in modo 202 and higher

Image ink was introduced in modo 202. This is a fantastic asset in the texture painting arsenal. Image ink takes existing images as the ink ...more

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How to use the UV pack command in modo 301

Use the UV pack command in modo 301

This 3D modeling software tutorial shows you how to use the UV pack command in modo 301. The UV pack command is a very effective method for ...more

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How to UV project in modo 301

UV project in modo 301

In this 3D software tutorial we cover a basic planar projection for UV mapping in modo 301. The video gives a brief explanation of the ...more

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How to UV sculpt in modo 301

UV sculpt in modo 301

Sculpting UV's? Absolutely. You can pre-process a mesh with any modeling tools before you lay down UVs in modo 301. This is an incredible ...more

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How to use texture locators to place textures in modo

Use texture locators to place textures in modo

Need help placing textures on your models in modo? This tutorial on ...more

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How to use card view in modo 202

Use card view in modo 202

The Card View is one of the most powerful and yet underused viewports in modo. Used to create the modo Exploration system, cards are ...more

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How to create a computer mouse in Modo 201

Create a computer mouse in Modo 201

Go beyond the traditional 3D workflow to an immersive creative experience with the software Modo, created by Luxology. Modo is the next ...more

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How to import Zbrush data into modo

Import Zbrush data into modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to use bridge tension in modo

Use bridge tension in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to UV border highlight in modo

UV border highlight in modo

Developed by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to zoom in modo

Zoom in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to create a plate of jello in modo 302

Create a plate of jello in modo 302

This modo 302 tutorial explores re-use of existing content in order to create a plate of jello which will later be animated with the vertex ...more

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How to model, texture & light a glass bottle in modo 203

Model, texture & light a glass bottle in modo 203

Modo community member Roger Harris explores his techniques for ...more

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How to use camera and light targeting in modo 302

Use camera and light targeting in modo 302

Learn how to use camera and light targeting in modo 302. Camera and Light targeting adds a finer level of control to an already robust ...more

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How to bake geometry in modo

Bake geometry in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to displace micropolygons in modo

Displace micropolygons in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to make dramatic results with simple settings in Modo 201

Make dramatic results with simple settings in Modo 201

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How to map, paint and texture UVs in Modo 201

Map, paint and texture UVs in Modo 201

Go beyond the traditional 3D workflow to an immersive creative experience with the software Modo, created by Luxology. Modo is the next ...more

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How to render output and masks in modo

Render output and masks in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to use modo in real time

Use modo in real time

Developed by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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How to control item transforms with falloffs in modo 302

Control item transforms with falloffs in modo 302

In this modo 302 preview video we reveal how to use falloffs to ...more

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How to integrate photographs into modo 302

Integrate photographs into modo 302

This 3D software tutorial shows you how to integrate photographs into your 3D workflow in modo 302. There are some subtle controls for ...more

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How to jiggle jello with the vertex map deformer in modo 302

Jiggle jello with the vertex map deformer in modo 302

This 3D software tutorial shows you how to animage with the vertex map ...more

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How to record macros in modo 301

Record macros in modo 301

This 3D modeling software tutorial shows you how to record macros in modo 301. Macro recording provides scripting for the rest of us! Learn ...more

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How to apply to sub-groups in Modo

Apply to sub-groups in Modo

Go beyond the traditional 3D workflow to an immersive creative experience with the software Modo, created by Luxology. Modo is the next ...more

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How to create a warmer scene in Modo 201

Create a warmer scene in Modo 201

Go beyond the traditional 3D workflow to an immersive creative experience with the software Modo, created by Luxology. Modo is the next ...more

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Deliverance Style Old Dude Creates Fully Automatic Crossbow

I have to say, this thing is pretty awesome. I find the smooth movement of the apparatus mesmerizing. However, I also have to say, the inventor totally gives me the creeps (no offense, old man). Known ...

Horsesurfing (Swear, No Photoshop Used!)

The Brits have contributed a new sport to the world, coined Horsesurfing. Yes, it is just what it sounds like: the combined skill of horseback riding and surfing. According to the Daily Mail ...

New Super Hybrid Kicks Tesla Motors' Butt

Capstone's CMT-380 stealth looking prototype can hit 150mph, compared to Tesla's 125. Tesla better step it up. Says Engadget: "Rather than mixing batteries and a conventional engine, this whip ...

Super Robot Has Powers of Levitation

This robot hasn't levitated any humans yet (especially not pictured Days of Our Lives star Deidre Hall), but it looks like the sky may be the limit with the Robo-Air Jet System. Developed by Aaron ...

Smoke Bombs Make Beautiful Art

What is it about the infamous colored smoke bomb that is so deeply satisfying, so beautiful? Well, first there's an explosion (always fun), which then yields beautiful billowing clouds of saturated ...

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