Master Visually 3ds Max 8

Navigating within the interface

Creating and editing 2D and 3D objects

Controlling animation with function curves

Integrating walls, doors and windows

Simulating water surfaces and fluttering flags

Adjusting color and brightness of lighting

Rendering scenes with Quick Render

Valuable tools on CD-ROM!

3ds Max 8 evaluation version

Project files from the book

System Requirements: Please see the "About the CD-ROM" Appendix for details and complete system requirements.

"Master It" sidebars answer questions and present shortcuts

High-resolution screen shots demonstrate each task

Succinct explanations walk you through step by step

Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules