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How to create a ramped shader to texture multiple Maya models

Create a ramped shader to texture multiple Maya models

In this lesson we will learn how to use nested ramps and our UV layout ...more

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How to use the Shader Tree tool for lighting in Modo 201

Use the Shader Tree tool for lighting in Modo 201

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

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How to use the Shader Tree tool for multi-coats in Modo 201

Use the Shader Tree tool for multi-coats in Modo 201

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

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How to build a basic vertex shader inside of XSI

Build a basic vertex shader inside of XSI

In this lesson we will learn how to build a basic vertex shader inside of XSI. A vertex shader is a program that can process all the ...more

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How to create a water shader in Maya

Create a water shader in Maya

In this tutorial you will learn how to create a pretty decent looking water shader in Maya without many nodes. Water materials are a great ...more

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How to use the enhanced sculpting shader in modo 302

Use the enhanced sculpting shader in modo 302

This 3D software tutorial shows you how to use the enhanced sculpting ...more

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How to construct a metal shader in Maya 7

Construct a metal shader in Maya 7

This Maya 7 video tutorial teaches you how to construct a metal shader ...more

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How to create a Mila Kunis makeup look with MakeupGeek

Create a Mila Kunis makeup look with MakeupGeek

This beauty video demonstrates how to create a Mila Kunis makeup look ...more

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Curated 7 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to composite with masked outputs in modo 302

Composite with masked outputs in modo 302

This 3D software tutorial illustrates how to leverage the Shader Tree to isolate alpha channels and other render outputs using the masking ...more

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How to build a car with Class-A surfacing in Studio Tools

Build a car with Class-A surfacing in Studio Tools

This session is tailor-made for advanced Studio users aiming to ...more

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How to motivate your employees

Motivate your employees

Danny Shader talks about how to keep your employees motivated in this video taken from the Stanford University Speaker Series. First, start ...more

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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 use toon intersection lines in Maya

Use toon intersection lines in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use Maya Toon Outlines to make intersection lines between two overlapping objects. The toon outline tool ...more

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How to create a foil effect with eye maekup pigments

Create a foil effect with eye maekup pigments

Foiling will create a super shiny makeup effect. This how-to video ...more

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How to create bump maps from color maps in 3ds Max 8

Create bump maps from color maps in 3ds Max 8

This 3ds Max video tutorial goes over how to create bump maps and how ...more

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How to do quick and easy eyebrows

Do quick and easy eyebrows

This is a quick and easy tutorial on how to shape your eyebrows. As always, remember to start out with a clean, moisturized face and lips ...more

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How to implement spectral colors in Mantra in Houdini 9

Implement spectral colors in Mantra in Houdini 9

Watch shader writer, Mario Marengo, explain spectral wavelength and ...more

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How to optimize render settings for animation in Modo 301

Optimize render settings for animation in Modo 301

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

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How to create a hot pink pin-up girl makeup look

Create a hot pink pin-up girl makeup look

Youtube Makeup diva Julie G gives us another installment in her glamorous makeup tutorials. Whether you're new to makeup application or ...more

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How to create a red and gold glam holiday makeup look

Create a red and gold glam holiday makeup look

Youtube Makeup diva Julie G gives us another installment in her ...more

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Roly-Poly Bridge

Heatherwick Studio's London based rolling bridge is an engineering marvel. Lots of fun, and immensely satisfying to watch (via YouTube, assuming you can't see it in person). From Heatherwick Studio: ...

Master Nerd Births Perfect Copy Cat Bot

Can't help but smile at this goofy, endearing nerd "master" (Vitalijus Rodnovas) guiding his copy-cat protege robot (coined Waldo). The rig allows Waldo to mimic Rodnovas' body movements in ...

Building-Sized Überorgan Emits Heavenly Music and Farts

Tim Hawkinson is an artist who truly inspires. The Los Angeles based artist creates complex, whimsical sculptures with simple mechanics and basic materials. One of his most notable pieces is the ...

Super Slim and Sexy Xbox Mod

iPods are getting smaller and smaller each year. Why not Xbox? Bandit5317 has made an 1-inch thick Xbox. The ultimate Xbox mod: super slim. Pay attention, Microsoft. The "Xbox Micro" has a ...

Laser Coil Gun Shoots Bullets on Pure Electricity

Wow, kudos to Daniel Eindhoven for his incredible laser-lit coil gun. This bad boy shoots bullets on pure electricity and can shoot up to 85 km/hr. Daniel's specs: Fully semi-automatic, up to 14 shots ...

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