Description
Explore one of the most exciting 3D tools on the market, modo, with Real-World modo - the Luxology approved, concept and principle- driven guide. Learn to apply the revolutionary, artist-friendly modo toolset with its powerful 3D rendering engine to your project workflows. In a clear, motivating, and entertaining style, Luxology insider, Wes McDermott, provides captivating 3D imagery, real world observations, and valuable tips and tricks all in one place - an invaluable resource for any digital artist.
Explore 3D techniques and principles with chapters on modelling, UV mapping, texturing, animation, lighting and rendering. Learn to leverage the technical elements of the modo rendering engine including Antialaising, Shading Rate and Irradiance Caching from an artist's perspective. Integrate modo with other 3D applications such as Maya and Mudbox and learn to properly setup a linear rendering workflow within modo. For practical, hands-on techniques, you can visit www.wesmcdermott.com for video walk-throughs that further enhance the coverage in the book.
* Learn to identify and exploit the power of modo, while maximizing the benefits and expanding your expertise.
* Benefit from practical applications, Real World modo includes captivating imagery, pertinent industry information, real world observations, and valuable tips & tricks.
* Written from an artist's perspective: key principles and techniques are explained with creativity as well as precision, not like a software instruction manual.
* Visit www.wesmcdermott.com for downloadable video walkthroughs for each chapter, demonstrating key techniques and enhancing the topics covered in the book.
Reviews
"Real World Modo is excellent for experienced users and beginners alike. Wes McDermott's writing is accessible to users of all skill levels, and his topics are well thought-out and easy to follow. Real World Modo is now an important part of our organization's education library."
-John Kabus, Founder & President, Synapse Gaming
"A pragmatic and often personal guide to using modo (and by extension, 3D software in general) to get the job done. This book is less about theory, and highly focused on results. Wes gently but firmly guides you through the process with a steady hand and insight borne from untold thousands of hours using the software. It's like having a modo buddy who takes the time to tell you what you really need to know to use the software effectively."
-Bob Bennett, Luxology
Contents
Real World Modo
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Trench warfare: Working as a 3D artist
Chapter 2: Becoming a modo-nauhght The modo interface and modo architecture
Chapter 3: Modeling
Chapter 4: UV Mapping: Becoming a Taxidermist
Chapter 5: Texturing
Chapter 6: Animation
Chapter 7: Camera and Staging: Bringing it all in focus
Chapter 8: Lighting and Rendering: Making the Difference
Chapter 9: Advanced Rendering: Working in Linear Space
Chapter 10: Integrating modo into your pipeline
Chapter 11: Interactive 3D Design
Chapter 12: Closing