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Publisher: Wiley
Authors: Kelly L. Murdock

ISBN: 0471786187
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Summary: Graphic Bible
Great book, complete,exaustive, may be necessary to introduce more colored photo with a better resolution.

Summary: Great For Newcomers or Advanced Users
I'm new to 3ds Max 8, so I bought this book to try and help me learn the program~ This book very well written and goes through all the tools and workings of 3ds max 8 plus some of the more popular plug-ins (afterburn etc.) I would recommend this book for anyone who wants to know the ins and outs of 3ds Max, it's great:-)

Summary: Solid value.
I find this a well written resource of value to newcomers to the subject. It will have a place beside the computer for years to come. Truly an indepth exposition on the program.
Those seeking artistic inspiration with the software should look elsewhere.

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Foundation 3ds Max 8 Architectural Visualization

Publisher: friends of ED
Authors: Brian L. Smith

ISBN: 1590595572
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Summary: By if you are a beginner.
The book is only for beginners, if you know your basics in max this isn't the book for you.
Instead should look at the lighting and rendering books for max if you want your renders to shine.

Summary: Very good book.
If you are the beginner in 3D architectural visualization and you are looking for jumpstart in this branch of 3D business, this book is definately for you.
It tells you how to organize production process from beginning to completion. Gives you illustrated advices with explanation what and how.
Book is very easy to understand even if english isn't your primary language. Everything written clean and understandable.

Summary: An Architects Tool
This book is succinctly written and specific to the Architecture profession. The author thoroughly covers all pertinent aspects archtectural visualization-- written in such a way that is clear and easily understood.

The author explains the best methods of performing actions and emphasizes shortcuts. The only complaint I have is that the book is black and white and sometimes difficult to see what he is referring to in the a few of the images. Although conceptually his explanations make up for this deficiency. Overall, this book is heads and shoulders above all over books on 3dmax if you're specifically looking for Architectural visualization.

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	3ds Max 8 Essentials: Autodesk Media and Entertainment Courseware Publisher: Focal Press Authors: Autodesk
ISBN: 0240807901 List Price: $49.95 Amazon Price: $31.47 Usually ships in 24 hours Buy this book from amazon.com or from amazon.co.uk	Avg Cusomer Rating: 4 Reviews: Summary: Great beginners book Honestly a few days ago I did not know a thing about 3D Studio Max 8. All that I knew was that I needed to learn it. This book Ultimately is the beginner's bible for those out there that have no clue about how to use 3d Studio Max. It is divided into sections which cover all the bases from the Overall user interface, modelling, Animation, texturing and finally rendering. If you want to get started on 3D studio max 8 this is the book, But!! IF YOU ARE ALREADY EXPERIENCED AT USING IT THIS BOOK IS MORE OR LESS USELESS TO YOU!!!(Maybe as just a reference but that's it) Summary: Great book Great book for 3D beginners, but that's about it. Some tutorials on ligting and shadows are pretty good. Summary: Hands on for beginners I am new to the world of 3d and have no clue with regards to a 3d environment. My company bought 3ds Max 8 and have also sent me on a course to "get-up-to-speed" quickly. Before the course started I thought I would purchase this book so that I do not look like a total novice on the course. What I love about the book is that it explains concepts and then moves into a practicle aspects of what it explained. At all times I knew exatly what I had to do (as they have many screen dumps) and I never found myself looking for a button or a tab (which I often find myself doing with training matterial). I have completed the book and have attended 2 days of the 3ds Max course. To my amazement I would say that I am compentent at this stage of the course. To conclude: I think that attending a course is always the best way of learning (if you have a great facilitator) BUT this costs a lot of money. If money is an issue I can highly recommend this book to learn the basics of 3ds Max 8. I hope that they bring out another book that is more indepth. Summary:

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Deconstructing the Elements with 3ds Max, Second Edition: Create natural fire, earth, air and water without plug-ins

Publisher: Focal Press
Authors: Pete Draper

ISBN: 024052019X
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Summary: Excellent intermediate to advanced tutorial
I'm 3 tutorials in and very impressed so far, especially with the methodology behind the use of materials to simulate phenomena. The included screenshots on the DVD Rom have been very useful when I miss something, and the reference material is outstanding. This is definitely for users with some experience, and is refreshingly lacking in redundant instructions, but should add a level of sophistication to any 3D artist's toolbox.
I just wish I knew they were going to drop $20 off the price before I preordered...

Summary: Can't Wait
I am a student currently studying Digital Animation and Game Design. I first heard of Pete Draper's book from a fellow classmate who currently owns a first edition copy. Just thumbing through the tutorials my jaw dropped.

Deconstructing the Elements has fast become the keystone to many students personal 3ds Max libraries. (We have even been recommending it to our teachers) The tutorials are laid out fantastically and teach you as much about the concepts as well as `how to.'

Deconstructing the Elements is the best resource for anyone who wants to learn elemental effects and particle systems within 3ds Max. I can't wait for this book...

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Essential CG Lighting Techniques with 3ds Max

Publisher: Focal Press
Authors: Darren Brooker

ISBN: 024052022X
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Summary: Very Nice Book
I'm an architect and i needed some book that actually focused on several types of ilumination for architectural visualization, and this book has it, it's divided in 4 parts, theory, techniques, tips and tricks and taking it further. I like that it has the light theory, an essential part to understand how light actually works in nature.

I've only read the theory, and i've browsed some other chapters and the explanations are very clear, very easy to follow and understand, any new or veteran user of 3ds Max will feel comfortable reading this book; lots of pictures to see in full color.

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	3ds Max 6 Animation and Visual Effects Techniques (Graphics Series) (Graphics Series) Publisher: Charles River Media Authors: Sanford Kennedy
ISBN: 1584503343 List Price: $49.95 Amazon Price: $34.97 Usually ships in 24 hours Buy this book from amazon.com or from amazon.co.uk	Avg Cusomer Rating: 1 Reviews: Summary: Poor Animation Quality Kennedy's book teaches some basics but the quality of his results leaves alot to be desired. It makes you wonder why he would slam the incredible 3D done in Final Fantasy when he isn't even in the same league and probably never will be. The illustrations and textual layout are not as clear as they should be. If you want to learn the basics, you can get something from this book. However, a good book shows you how to get good results. The results he achieves in this book are subpar. Many other books do far better. Not recommended. Summary: Worst looking renders I've seen in a published tome I'm stunned that the author claims to have success in this industry given the absolutely horrible work he passes off as being professional in quality. I'm very serious that I have not seen such poor quality in ANY other book. I teach 3D and have seen much better work from novice students. My only conclusion is that the author completely lacks the capacity to be self-critical of his own work given that he obviously believes his film-in-progress merits serious consideration. Do not be misled into thinking that any of the work shown in this book would be acceptable commercially. Summary: Terrible Book This book misses a lot of what it teaches by not including much of what you see in the book (models, etc....), I agree with most of the other reviews here, I have this book that is why I do not recommend it, better get the book by Barrett Fox on 3DSMax6 on how to complete an animation project. That is a great book. Summary:

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	3D Studio MAX in Motion: Basics Using 3D Studio MAX 4.2 Publisher: Prentice Hall Authors: Stephen J. Ethier Christine A. Ethier
ISBN: 0130475378 List Price: $72.00 Amazon Price: $72.00 Usually ships in 24 hours Buy this book from amazon.com or from amazon.co.uk	Avg Cusomer Rating: 5 Reviews: Summary: Good This book is very helpful for animation but you need also a hernashing max5 this is also a good one Summary:

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Exploring 3D Modeling with 3ds Max 7 (Design Exploration)

Publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning
Authors: Steven Till Jim O'Connell

ISBN: 1401871097
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Summary: Excellent beginner book for 3ds max.
I highly recommend this book to the beginning 3ds max student. It was very helpful to me, as it explained more of the basics and gave more detail behind the steps. Also, the tutorials frequently used diffent tools to accomplish the same task. This showed how to use the graphical interface, quad-menus, toolbars, etc.

I found it the best of several books I bought to get my feet wet with 3ds max. It really helped with some of the basic lighting and material concepts. While, this book doesn't even begin to touch all the features of 3ds max, it was a great primer and I'm glad I read it.

Summary: Great for Beginners!
This book is perfect for those just getting started in 3ds Max 7. There are a lot of easy to follow screen shots to accompany the text so it is possible to still follow along when you're not in front of your computer. It is written with plenty of step by step explanations of what you are doing and why as well as a great accompanying disk to help with tutorials. It even tackles some of the more difficult aspects of 3d modeling such as composition, the dreaded material editor (it even throws in a side bar about UVW unwrapping) and lighting. It is written with the beginner in mind and does a great job explaining concepts and procedures without insulting your intelligence. It may, however, be a little below intermediate users, it can be a great tool to brush up on fundamentals. I can't recommend this book enough for those looking to get their feet wet in MAX.

Summary: Perfect for newbies
The book by Till & O'Connell is great for newcomers simply because it doesn't attempt to give you too much information but only what new users might need to learn the basics of max 7. I had never turned on max 7 and within a week I was amazed as to how much I had learned without having any previous experience with 3d softwares. This should be the first book you buy if you are starting from scratch with max 7.

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