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#Training

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#20507From: JOHN DANKERAug 2, 1992 2:39 PM
I'm interested in getting some training in animation, trouble is I don't think there is much in this area.(Cedar Rapids, Ia.) Maybe just a seminar to start with. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
#20527From: MARTIN G FOSTERAug 2, 1992 6:49 PM
John, Have you checked your local Autodesk Multimedia Dealer. They are supposed to have the ability to sell, support and train in Autodesk's multimedia products 3d Studio, Animator Pro (theoretically). Or were you just talking about animation in general? You will probably have to pick a product and train in that since they are all a bit different. On the PC platform Autodesk seems to have cornered the market in reasonably priced professional software. On the Mac platform there is some excellent reasonably priced software for animation (Macromind, Swivel 3d, Raydream and many more) but the hardware prices are outrageous. If you want a general class have you researched your local junior colleges and other (possibly private) education institutes. As far as Autodesk's products the formal education classes are few-and-far-between, even in large metropolitan areas, and it's down to dealers and working professionals (like me) to offer private tutoring. Martin
#20548From: Ted BoardmanAug 3, 1992 5:29 AM
John Autodesk is currently designing curriculum for the Multimedia Training Centers for 3DStudio classes. The first classes will probably be ready to be presented in the first quarter of '93. The format for the classes will be similar to the AutoCad training at the 200 plus ATCs around the country, intensive (24-32 hrs) sessions for working professionals. Focus will be on the use of 3DStudio and with coverage on input/output, design issues, use of AAPRO, etc. A schedule or list of locations is not available yet but you could contact your local ATC or AutoDesk later in the year and I'll see if we can't get the schedule posted on this forum when it's ready. Hope this is of some help to you. TedB