Inside Extreme 3D 2

• Trial version of Extreme 3D 2
• 40+ original models
• Custom seamless tiling textures and Extreme 3D materials
• Gary Bouton's own collection of background images and fonts
• Complete example files to make learning a snap
• Full-color, illustrated online glossary-complete with hypertext links
• and much more!

• Learn to master 3D modeling using splines, extrusions, lathing, and other tools
• Create natural, photorealistic models by using advanced deformation tools
• Learn to create stunning surface textures and bump maps
• Create high-quality, professional animation work
• Tap into the high-end motion picture power of particle systems and metaforms

Table of contents :

Introduction ..... 1

1 -- E3D Essentials ..... 9
2 -- Importing, Extruding and Lathing Your Illustration Work ..... 61
3 --Beyond the Basics: Skinning and Sweeping Profiles ..... 103
4 -- Scene Composition ..... 145
5 -- Applying Material Surfaces ..... 179
6 -- Lighting ..... 223
7 -- Making Your Own Materials ..... 257
8 -- Freeform, Deformed, and Sculpted Shapes ..... 307
9 -- Image Editing and Post-Production Techniques ..... 353
10 --Putting Your Scenes in Motion ..... 395
11 -- Metaforms: Working with Putty Energy Fields ..... 429
12 -- Modeling with Particle Systems ..... 467
A -- Getting the Most Out of the Companion CD ..... 495
B -- Glossary ..... 509

Index ..... 547