3D Studio Textbook

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The course will use 3D Studio VIZ Tutorial: Materials and Rendering for individuals using 3D Studio VIZ 3 or 3D Studio VIZ 3i. This book was written by Dr. Jay H. Zirbel, the instructor for the course.

3D Studio VIZ Tutorial: Materials and Rendering

The primary goal of 3D Studio VIZ: Materials and Rendering is to focus on one of the most exciting areas of 3D visualization—the creation of photorealistic renderings. The book begins with basic material creation and evolves into complex material creation, including advanced materials such as chrome and mirrored surfaces. Lighting is added, starting with a basic three light setup, and progressing through Lightscape lights and special effects. ISBN 1-58503-070-8.

Zirbel, Jay H. and Duff, Todd E. (2001) 3D Studio VIZ: Materials and Rendering. Schroff Development Corporation

Schroff Development Corporation is a software and publishing company founded in 1988. SDC began with the goal of improving the computer-aided design market through the development of three-dimensional design software based on the more realistic and functional tools provided by a system based on solid modeling.


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