3D computer graphics can be divided into three basic phases: Modeling, Scene layout and Rendering. In the modeling phase, the 3d objects are created. The Scene layout phase involves the distribution of those objects, defining colors and textures, placing lights and adjusting cameras. The Rendering process is the final step of creating the actual 2D representation from the previously setup 3d scene. This process requires a large amount of prcessor power and sometimes is distributed over a network of computers normally called "Render Farm" where each machine renders only a part of an image. The resources in this section will show you how to master the exciting world of 3d rendering and animation and 3d game programming.
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Creating a 3D Tunnel Effect in FlashCategory: 3d and animation tutorials Learn how to create this very cool 3D tunnel effect in Flash using some simple 2D animation techniques. Author: Wipeout44 | Visits: 825 |
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Creating a PAK File FormatCategory: 3d programming tutorials Demonstrates one way of organising all your game related media files in to a single "PAK", or resource, file.
Author: GameDev | Visits: 745 |
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Creating glass bottle in 3Ds Max - Tutorial for beginnersCategory: 3d and animation tutorials Glass can be a pretty difficult material to make photorealistically in 3D Max, but once you have got the hang of it, it becomes easy to create some amazing scenes. Author: Bhavana_2001 | Visits: 959 |
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Creating realistic fireworks in FlashCategory: 3d and animation tutorials Learn how to create a realistic particle based firework display using Flash. Author: Wipeout44 | Visits: 1020 |
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CyberMotion 3D DesignerCategory: 3D and animation software Wherever we look, we encounter virtual worlds. Whether in Hollywood or daily advertisements, the world that is presented to the viewer will be a mainly artificial creation. At last, you too can create these surreal worlds at home, practice inside or outside architecture, design products or promotional logos and films or build your own virtual worlds using the build in landscape designer and atmospheric background models. All the modules required to generate, model and manipulate, animate and represent the three-dimensional world are integrated into one program: i.e. all actions are controlled directly by CyberMotion. There is a choice of several rendering algorithms, from simple scanline (depth buffer) to up-to-date global illumination rendering methods using raytracing and photon mapping. The possibilities to define object surfaces, light conditions and backgrounds are almost inexhaustible - visual libraries and fast preview windows in the main dialogs invite to experiment and play around with this vast functionality. Complex 3D animations can be set up very easily - you can animate all objects, camera and light settings, backgrounds, fire, water and even clouds and fog in the atmosphere. You can arrange objects in hierarchies to animate jointed models or robots and easily position joints with the help of Inverse Kinematics. And with the up to date Skin and Bones technology even character animation is available with CyberMotion. Call your own heroes and monsters into being, CyberMotion gives you all the tools you need to do it. Author: CyberMotion | Visits: 1502 |
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Download Free 3D ModelsCategory: 3D objects and models downloads Quality 3d models offer free 3d models to download in .MAX and .3ds format, you may use these models in your own work as royalty free. Author: Quality3d | Visits: 708 |
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Entropy - Maya - RATCategory: 3d and animation tutorials The main reason of this tutorial its to learn how to use RAT as a link between Maya and Entropy. This tutorial its based in on the one by Luis Montemayor "Using Blue Moon with Slim"
Author: Death Fall | Visits: 398 |
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Eovia Amapi Pro 7.5Category: 3D and animation software Amapi Pro 7.5 offers a unique environment for the conception and creation of high-end 3D models for use by product designers, architects and advanced 3D modelers. This flexible and fast 3D modeler offers to the creative designer the perfect tool to transform their initial ideas to 3D results quickly and easily, with a user interface recognized as being the most creative in the industry, unequaled in its efficiency at drawing in the 3D space. Filled with high-end NURBS modeling features, Amapi Pro 7.5 lets you create and edit complex surfaces and volumes and offers a rich tool palette to conceive and invent detailed conceptual designs. The program communicates on all levels with engineering departments and manufacturing production tools, and is a perfectly integrated component of the design process. It embodies the perfect, professional link between the designer's initial idea and the reality of the final project. Author: Eovia | Visits: 746 |
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Eovia Carrara 4 ProCategory: 3D and animation software Carrara 4 Pro is the perfect 3D tool for professional Illustrators, Animators and Modelers, Multimedia Producers and CAD Designers. The high-caliber output and easy of use will quickly make it an indespensible part of every designers toolkit. Carrara 4 Pro software keeps professional designers ahead of the curve by offering superior performance capabilities and an extraordinarily abundant toolset. Carrara 4 Pro has the same competencies and highly intuitive interface as our Standard version but adds advanced features such as sound support, 3D and vector motion blur, blurry reflections, extended import capabilities and more. Carrara 4 Pro also comes pre-loaded with essential plug-ins, TransPoser and CADstyle, as well as a fully functional version of Amapi Designer 7, our versatile modeling package. Additionally, the Eovia Chain Network Rendering feature delivers ultra-fast image and animation rendering by distributing tasks across a local network of up to five computers. Author: Eovia | Visits: 832 |
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Extended Graphical Templates for Sprite ManagementCategory: 3d programming tutorials Explains how to store sprite information as part of the sprite.
Author: GameDev | Visits: 400 |
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