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What's New in Autodesk 3ds Max 2012

Essential Concepts

If you are new to 3D modeling and animation, these concepts and methods help you turn a first sketch into a 3D model.

 
Setting the Scene

Geometry and surfaces give shape to your models.

 
Lights, Cameras, and Materials

Lights, cameras, and materials add depth and realism to a scene.

 
Characters

Characters create interest, interacting with each other or with objects in the scene.

 
Animating Objects

Animation adds motion that helps you tell a story.

 
Rendering to See the Results

The final step in creating a scene or animation is to render it with full effects.

 

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