Model and Texture an Accurate Looking Pool Table in 3ds Max – Day 1
Tutorial Details
- Software: Autodesk 3D Studio Max
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Completion Time: 2 - 3 hours
- Additional Files/ Plugins: Project Files
- Useful Links: World Pool-Billiard Association; Image Aspect Ratios; Kelvin Color Temperatures.
Final Product What You'll Be Creating
In this tutorial you will learn a work flow on how to create a pool table using real scale values to give a realistic impression.
You will see how to use the Symmetry modifier to speed up your work, as well as the Bend modifier coupled with some basic commands like Insetting and Bridging to create a very unique design in matter of minutes. You will also learn how to save rendering time by choosing Standard materials over the Arch&Design ones, while still achieving the same impressive results by ‘reverse-engineering’ the Pro Materials in matter of minutes.
This tutorial is Day 1 in a series – Go to Day 2.
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I wish I would have time to do something link this. I think 3D modeling is such a cool thing.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks for this tut. 3D work is great
Hey, nice tutorial !
Could you please tell me the name of the key presenting program ? I´ve benn looking hard with no results ..