#Good books on 3DS?
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Can someone please recommend some books on 3D Studio? (Preferably some that
aren't too expensive or that can be found in a book store).
Thanks
Joe
Joe,
<< 3d books? >>
3d books in general? see the file 3dbooks.txt in the libs.
3DS books? There quite a few. 3D Studio Applied and Inside 3D Studio
are some of the most recent. I saw one called Falling Water(?) which
was focused on 3DS and one particular architectual structure.
jonas[adesk]
<< Fallingwater >>
A Case study and Tutorial by Laura Sanchez and Alex Sanchez.
I dug some more and found that this book uses Frank Lloyd Wright's
most famous work as an example which guides the reader through
the creation of quick and effective real world archtictural presentations.
disclaimer: I haven't actually seen the contents.
jonas[adesk]
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As for books: there is "Mastering 3D Studio, vol.1" so-so book withthe great
promise of raytracing "Mirage" engine for 3DS (i'm still waiting for
fullfilment).
Regards, Alex.
I've heard great things about Falling Water in 3D Studio, and I placed an
advance order about two months ago. I think it's time to call those guys and
see where it is.
– G
I heard recently that the Fallingwater book ran into some non-tangible type
delays and will finally be out soon. Ted Boardman [71022,3001] has an "in" on
this project so you might want to ask him.
Michele
Ahhh, the old non-tanglible type delay problem… I know it well.
I'll just sit tight for a few more weeks before I give them a call. I'm
extremely excited about that book!
– G
Greg, take a peek at BUSTOP.JPG, let me know what you think of it…
Rachid
Regarding books: I believe all or most of these books are avaiable from Pyros
Partnership, contact Greg Pyros at user ID [73027,3632].
3D Studio Tips & Tricks Series by Michele Bousquet and Glenn Melenhorst
3D Studio Applied by Nancy Fulton
Inside 3D Studio by Greg Pyros (and some other people)
Mastering 3D Studio by Todd Payne
Of course I think the first one listed is the best as I was the co-author, but
all four books have received good reports. It really depends what you're
looking for in a book. All books are $30-$50.
Michele