3DS Max for beginners: 3D modeling fundamentals
Created by Widhi Muttaqien, Last Updated 08-Oct-2020, Language:English
3DS Max for beginners: 3D modeling fundamentals
Learn the basics of 3ds Max and master 3D modeling skill in just a day
Created by Widhi Muttaqien, Last Updated 08-Oct-2020, Language:English
What Will I Get ?
- The fundamentals of working with 3ds Max software
- Understand different methods of managing 3D scenes
- Basic polygon 3D modeling
- Spline-based 3D modeling
- Precision 3D modeling
- Subdivision 3D modeling
- Boolean-based 3D modeling
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of operating PC with Windows OS
- 3ds Max at least version 2020 already installed
- A standard mouse with a scroll-wheel
Description
In this course, you’re going to learn the essentials of using 3ds Max and then basic-to-intermediate 3D modeling skills. This course is designed for complete beginners. So no prior experience in 3D is needed to take this course.
The curriculum is carefully designed so you can master 3ds Max quickly and seamlessly. You can check the curriculum below and watch some of the preview lesson videos to get an insight of what you are going to get from this course.
This course is loaded with so many hands-on projects, challenges, and exercises that are designed to improve your skills gradually and push them to their fullest potential. Most of the projects in this course are based on real-world products.
After completing the course, in sha Allah, you will have a solid foundation on how to use 3ds Max. You'll gain a significant amount of 3D modeling skills. And also, you will understand many important concepts around 3D computer graphics. So join now! and I'll see you on the other side.
Course Content
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Introduction
3 Lectures 00:05:04-
Introduction
Preview00:02:37 -
Conventions and disclaimer
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Download the project files here
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The UI
4 Lectures 00:23:26-
3DS Max UI
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Viewport navigation
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Alternative navigation methods
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Zoom extent and display modes
00:04:44
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Basic object operations
7 Lectures 00:46:01-
Create and modify
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Object selection
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Transformation
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Pivot point
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Transformation settings
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Modifier
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Object duplication
00:09:43
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Scene management
4 Lectures 00:28:34-
Managing objects
Preview00:04:53 -
Scene explorer
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Layer management
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Selection set and group
00:08:57
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Editable poly modeling
12 Lectures 01:31:11-
Primitive vs Editable
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Editable poly basic operations
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Sub-object basic selection
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Sub-object advanced selection
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Normal direction and backface culling
Preview00:08:36 -
Edge modeling techniques
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Cut and slice techniques
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Surface smooth shading
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Capping holes and Edge extrusion
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Bridge
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Polygon modeling techniques
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Project: Oluce table lamp
00:11:13
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Precision modeling
9 Lectures 01:03:00-
Measurement unit
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Project: Tamtam stool
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Scale modes
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Resetting transformation
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Resizing objects precisely
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Snapping
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Project: Etna side table
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Aligning objects
Preview00:06:02 -
Project: Lack side table
00:08:34
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Project: Werk kitchen counter
5 Lectures 00:39:28-
What we are going to create
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Setting up the references
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Modeling the base frame
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The feet and top surface
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The panels and handles
00:10:05
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Spline modeling
17 Lectures 02:12:31-
Introduction to spline
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Line creation and spline vertex type
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Spline creation exercise
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Adding and deleting
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Spline modification
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Spline Boolean
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Cross-insert, Weld and Trim
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Extrude modifier
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Project: S letter logo
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Project: Circular ornament
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Project: Tileable 3D pattern
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Lathe modifier
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Project: Echasse vase
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Bevel profile modifier
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Project: Crown molding
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Project: Abbyson Diana table lamp
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Project: Roman column
00:13:08
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Subdivision and Compound modeling
9 Lectures 01:15:43-
Subdivision modeling introduction
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Project: Teacup
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Using non-quad polygons
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Avoiding concave polygons
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Project: Washbasin
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Introduction to 3D Boolean
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Advanced reference image setup
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Project: Alma 2525 JR stool
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Conform introduction
00:07:44
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Project: Papilio shell chair
5 Lectures 00:33:36-
What we are going to create
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Setting up 3 sided reference
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The seat
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The legs
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The support
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Widhi Muttaqien
Entrepreneur and Computer Graphics expert
I’m an entrepreneur and also an academic lecturer in Computer Graphics field. I’ve been teaching and doing hundreds of CG related projects for more than 2 decades now. I have a bachelor degree in software development and a master degree in business management and information system.
