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

Introduction

3 Lectures 00:05:04
- Introduction
  
  Preview
  
  00:02:37
- Conventions and disclaimer
  
  00:02:27
- Download the project files here
The UI

4 Lectures 00:23:26
- 3DS Max UI
  
  00:07:34
- Viewport navigation
  
  00:04:04
- Alternative navigation methods
  
  00:07:04
- Zoom extent and display modes
  
  00:04:44
Basic object operations

7 Lectures 00:46:01
- Create and modify
  
  00:07:13
- Object selection
  
  00:05:05
- Transformation
  
  00:09:10
- Pivot point
  
  00:02:50
- Transformation settings
  
  00:05:59
- Modifier
  
  00:06:01
- Object duplication
  
  00:09:43
Scene management

4 Lectures 00:28:34
- Managing objects
  
  Preview
  
  00:04:53
- Scene explorer
  
  00:07:23
- Layer management
  
  00:07:21
- Selection set and group
  
  00:08:57
Editable poly modeling

12 Lectures 01:31:11
- Primitive vs Editable
  
  00:10:19
- Editable poly basic operations
  
  00:07:42
- Sub-object basic selection
  
  00:05:18
- Sub-object advanced selection
  
  00:07:47
- Normal direction and backface culling
  
  Preview
  
  00:08:36
- Edge modeling techniques
  
  00:08:38
- Cut and slice techniques
  
  00:08:13
- Surface smooth shading
  
  00:06:20
- Capping holes and Edge extrusion
  
  00:05:11
- Bridge
  
  00:07:07
- Polygon modeling techniques
  
  00:04:47
- Project: Oluce table lamp
  
  00:11:13
Precision modeling

9 Lectures 01:03:00
- Measurement unit
  
  00:07:42
- Project: Tamtam stool
  
  00:08:15
- Scale modes
  
  00:05:50
- Resetting transformation
  
  00:04:31
- Resizing objects precisely
  
  00:03:37
- Snapping
  
  00:06:06
- Project: Etna side table
  
  00:12:23
- Aligning objects
  
  Preview
  
  00:06:02
- Project: Lack side table
  
  00:08:34
Project: Werk kitchen counter

5 Lectures 00:39:28
- What we are going to create
  
  00:06:00
- Setting up the references
  
  00:07:15
- Modeling the base frame
  
  00:09:29
- The feet and top surface
  
  00:06:39
- The panels and handles
  
  00:10:05
Spline modeling

17 Lectures 02:12:31
- Introduction to spline
  
  00:06:40
- Line creation and spline vertex type
  
  00:07:22
- Spline creation exercise
  
  00:04:03
- Adding and deleting
  
  00:06:52
- Spline modification
  
  00:03:53
- Spline Boolean
  
  00:07:19
- Cross-insert, Weld and Trim
  
  00:05:50
- Extrude modifier
  
  00:05:19
- Project: S letter logo
  
  00:05:07
- Project: Circular ornament
  
  00:11:26
- Project: Tileable 3D pattern
  
  00:10:45
- Lathe modifier
  
  00:06:08
- Project: Echasse vase
  
  00:14:07
- Bevel profile modifier
  
  00:11:26
- Project: Crown molding
  
  00:03:14
- Project: Abbyson Diana table lamp
  
  00:09:52
- Project: Roman column
  
  00:13:08
Subdivision and Compound modeling

9 Lectures 01:15:43
- Subdivision modeling introduction
  
  00:05:47
- Project: Teacup
  
  00:11:02
- Using non-quad polygons
  
  00:05:07
- Avoiding concave polygons
  
  00:05:43
- Project: Washbasin
  
  00:12:03
- Introduction to 3D Boolean
  
  00:08:19
- Advanced reference image setup
  
  00:08:19
- Project: Alma 2525 JR stool
  
  00:11:39
- Conform introduction
  
  00:07:44
Project: Papilio shell chair

5 Lectures 00:33:36
- What we are going to create
  
  00:03:22
- Setting up 3 sided reference
  
  00:08:06
- The seat
  
  00:10:05
- The legs
  
  00:06:48
- The support
  
  00:05:15

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.