Introducing Autodesk Maya 2012 (Autodesk Official Training Guides)

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A practical, step-by-step guide to Maya 2012

This book is the ideal primer to getting started with Maya, the premier 3D animation and effects software used in movies, visual effects, games, cartoons, short films, and commercials. You'll learn the Maya interface and the basics of modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects. Professional visual effects artist and instructor Dariush Derakhshani explains the nuances of the complex software, while creative tutorials offer realistic, professional challenges for those new to 3D. You'll be up and running in no time with the world's most popular professional 3D software application.

• Provides a thorough, step-by-step introduction to Maya 2012
• Explains the core concepts of CG and working in 3D
• Covers modeling, rigging, HDRI lighting, mental ray rendering, and more
• Concepts are reinforced with tutorials that offer realistic challenges and clear explanations
• Color insert provides real-world examples from talented beginning Maya users

Build your Maya and animation skills from the ground up with this practical, thorough guide.

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Mastering Autodesk Maya 2011

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Mastering Autodesk Maya 2011 - Product Description

A beautifully-packaged, advanced reference on the very latest version of Maya

If you already know the basics of Maya, the latest version of this authoritative book takes you to the next level. From modeling, texturing, animation, and visual effects to high-level techniques for film, television, games, and more, this book provides professional-level Maya instruction. With pages of scenarios and examples from some of the leading professionals in the industry, this book will help you master the entire CG production pipeline.

• Provides professional-level instruction on Maya, the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software
• Covers the very latest Maya tools and features, including Dynamics, Maya Muscle, Stereo Cameras, rendering with mental ray, and more
• Offers complete coverage of advanced topics such as cloth, fur, and fluids
• Showcases the techniques of professionals through numerous examples and real-world scenarios, showing you how to set up and manage 3D animation and visual effects pipelines
• Includes a CD with all support files from the book, along with movies to illustrate concepts

If you're looking for an in-depth, professional Maya resource to turn to again and again, Mastering Maya is the book you need.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

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Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2012 (Autodesk Official Training Guides)

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A complete, detailed reference and tutorial for AutoCAD Civil 3D

Autodesk's Civil 3D is the industry-leading civil engineering software, and this authoritative Autodesk Official Training Guide has been completely revised and modernized to offer you a fresh perspective on this powerful engineering package. Packed with new examples, new datasets, and new tutorials, this book shows how elements of the dynamic engineering program work together and discusses the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all of a civil engineering project's elements.

The book features in-depth, detailed coverage of surveying, points, alignments, surfaces, profiles, corridors, grading, LandXML and LDT Project Transfer, cross sections, pipe networks, visualization, sheets, and project management as well as Vault and data shortcuts. Practical tutorials, tips, tricks, real-world examples and easy-to-follow explanations detail all aspects of a civil engineering project. This Mastering book is recommended as a Certification Preparation study guide resource for the Civil 3D Associate and Professional exams.

• Features in-depth, detailed coverage of AutoCAD Civil 3D, the enormously popular civil engineering software
• Shows how elements of the dynamic engineering program work together and discusses the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all of a civil engineering project's elements
• Shares straightforward explanations, real-world examples, and practice tutorials on surveying, points, alignments, surfaces, profiles, corridors, grading, and much more

In addition to teaching you vital Civil 3D tips, tricks, and techniques, Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D will also help you prepare for the Civil 3D 2011 Certified Associate and Certified Professional exams.

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Mastering AutoCAD for Mac (Autodesk Official Training Guides)

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The Best Resource on the Market for Learning AutoCAD for Mac software!

This comprehensive Autodesk Official Training Guide has everything you need to quickly become proficient with every aspect of Autodesk’s new AutoCAD for Mac software. Award-winning author George Omura, whom most CAD designers know and respect from his all-time bestselling Mastering AutoCAD books, now applies his legendary AutoCAD expertise, approachable style, and thorough Mastering coverage to Mastering AutoCAD for Mac. You’ll quickly and efficiently build skills, whether you’re just beginning or are already a seasoned AutoCAD user.

• Teaches you to design and draft using AutoCAD for Mac
• Helps you quickly master basic, intermediate, and advanced skills
• Covers using hatches, fields, and tables effectively; manipulating dynamic blocks and attributes; rendering 3D views with lighting and materials; exploring parametric modeling; transforming 2D drawings into 3D renderings; and more
• Provides step-by-step instruction and exercises, as well as real-world examples and case studies
• Functions as both a detailed tutorial and also a one-stop, stand-alone reference
• Mastering AutoCAD for Mac is also an Autodesk Official Training Guide

The world's best AutoCAD resources—George Omura and the Mastering AutoCAD series from Sybex—are now available to help you master AutoCAD for Mac.

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Realistic Architectural Visualization with 3ds Max and mental ray, Second Edition (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques)

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Realistic Architectural Visualization with 3ds Max and mental ray, Second Edition (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques) - Product Description

Revitalize your architectural visualizations by bringing new levels of realism to them with an enhanced command of the mental ray toolset in 3ds Max. Full-color step-by-step tutorials give you a firm understanding of the processes and techniques needed to create impressive interior and exterior visualizations. You'll learn how to prepare materials, light a daytime interior scene, use mr Physical Sky, and how to save time during complex renders. The companion website includes all of the tutorial files and sample files from the book. Plus find more information at http://jamiecardoso-mentalray.blogspot.com/.

* Beautiful full-color visualization projects provide step-by-step instruction on valuable techniques and tools
* An official Autodesk Techniques co-branded title written by an authoritative expert on visualization
* Companion website contains all of the tutorial files from the book

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Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011

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Autodesk’s official guide to architectural visualization using 3ds Max Design

Exclusively endorsed by Autodesk, this comprehensive tutorial and reference thoroughly covers 3ds Max Design, the 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software used for architectural visualizations. It also includes essential material for students preparing for the new Certified Associate and Certified Professional exams. Examples come from projects that architects, designers, and planners actually encounter each day, while the workflows and instructions have been tested in real-world applications.

• The official guide endorsed by Autodesk, with comprehensive information on using 3ds Max Design 2011 as well as achieving certification
• Features step-by-step instructions and real-world projects that readers will actually encounter
• Covers using the 3ds Max interface, working with Revit and AutoCAD files, using the data and scene management tools, modeling, simulating lighting effects, analyzing sustainable design features, setting up animated walkthroughs, and much more
• Explains how to render real-world surfaces with architectural material and how to choose the renderer that creates the desired effect

Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011 covers every facet of this powerful program.

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Autodesk Sketchbook Pro 2011

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Relied on by professionals, adored by everyone who loves to draw… SketchBook Pro translates sophisticated technology and professional functionality into a natural drawing experience; use it anywhere you would traditionally use paper and pen.

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• Autodesk SketchBook Pro offers professional-grade capabilities for artists, designers, and doodlers
• Fast and intuitive user interface; so easy to learn, you will be productive in minutes
• Ultra-responsive and customizable digital pencils, pens, brushes, markers, and airbrushes
• Capture your ideas in writing, typed comments, and sketches... then email them instantly
• Work on standard images formats, including TIF, BMP, JPG, PNG, and PSD

AutoDesk Inventor Video Tutorial - Training DVD / Download - Inventor 2009, 2010, 2011

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VTN is an Authorized AutoDesk Publisher, a presenter at the AutoDesk University, and the leading provider of self-study Inventor video training. Our video tutorials take you step by step through the principal environments of Sketching, Part Design, Drawing, Assembly, Weldments, Inventor Studio, VBA API, Sheet Metal, and Surface Design, building many types of models and projects in Inventor 2009, Inventor 2010, and Inventor 2011.

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