T0874 - Digital Tutors - ZBrush and XSI Integration

Software: Zbrush 2.0, XSI 5 Foundation (or better)
Run Time: 5 hrs. 58 min., 2 discs

Learn how to integrate ZBrush and XSI into your workflow. Contains nearly 6 hours of project-based training. Ideal for intermediate users.

Popular highlights include:

* Polygon Modeling
* Projection Master
* Morph Targets
* UV Mapping Techniques
* Advanced Geometry Tools
* Rendering with mental ray
* Geometry Sculpting
* Displacement maps
* Cavity Maps
* Normal Maps
* Brushes

T0873 - Digital Tutors - Introduction to XSI 6

Easily learn the entire process of Modeling, Texturing, Lighting, Animation, and Rendering with XSI. Contains over 7 hours of project-based training and updated for version 6. Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists.
Popular highlights include:
??? Setting Up Rotoscopes
??? Working with Different Surface Meshes
??? Polygon Modeling Techniques
??? Extruding Faces & Edges
??? Extracting Geometry
??? Assigning Materials & Textures
??? Working with Texture Layer Editor
??? Creating & Modifying UVs with Texture Projections
??? Utilizing Deformers
??? Parenting Objects into Animation-friendly Hierarchy
??? Optimizing Workflow with Keying Panel
??? Automatic Movement with Path Animation
??? Setting and Modifying Keyframes with Animation Editor
??? Understanding the Material Manager
??? Efficiently UV Mapping
??? Exploring Various Light and Shadow Types
??? Applying Rendering Techniques
??? Developing Shader Networks in Render Tree
??? Creating Smoke Effects with Particles
Lesson Outline:

Essentials
1. Introduction and project overview 1:56
2. Going through the important first step of setting up a project in XSI 2:43
3. Controlling and customizing the XSI camera 6:53
4. Using Display Modes in XSI 5:39
5. Using XSI's Transform Menu 6:06
6. Using the advanced features of the Transform Menu 7:49
7. Adjusting object's center points 5:55
8. Selecting and manipulating an object's Components 9:44
9. Working with materials in XSI 11:22
10. Parenting and hierarchies in XSI 6:57
11. Using and customizing the XSI Shelf 4:10
12. Exploring XSI's snapping functionality 3:29
13. Using Range and Loop selections 4:35
14. Using the XSI Operator Stack 7:07
15. UV Layout in XSI 11:25
16. Using the Render Region tool 6:07
17. Using XSI's layer controls 4:29

Modeling
1. Setting up Rotoscopes in XSI 5:25
2. Blocking in the main body of the snowmobile 6:10
3. Smoothing and creasing the main body 9:36
4. Understanding core principles of smoothing geometry 4:59
5. Creating the exhaust pipes for the snowmobile 9:16
6. Finalizing and mirroring the exhaust pipes 10:47
7. Getting started on the tread covers 9:28
8. Completing the tread covers 5:36
9. Adding the ribs to the tread covers 10:57
10. Modeling the tank treads (part 1) 9:23
11. Modeling the tank treads (part 2) 9:29
12. Creating the inner wheels for the tank treads 6:36
13. Creating the lug nuts for the tank tread's wheels 8:08
14. Duplicating and mirroring the tanks treads to the opposite side of the snowmobile 10:27
15. Blocking in the shape of the snowmobile's nose 7:15
16. Adding to the rough shape of the snowmobile's nose 9:35
17. Refining and detailing the snowmobile's nose (part 1) 12:32
18. Refining and detailing the snowmobile's nose (part 2) 5:45
19. Building and shaping the windshield for the snowmobile 5:44
20. Building the ski for the front of the snowmobile 7:30
21. Building the first support structures for the ski 9:24
22. Modeling the front ski's shocks 9:43
23. Building the ski's connecting structures 3:58
24. Creating the handle bars and grips for the snowmobile 12:28
25. Building the snowmobile's seat cushion 7:35
26. Finalizing the modeling process of the snowmobile's body 6:41

Texturing
1. Various ways of assigning and sharing materials in XSI 8:35
2. Overview of material's reflective properties 6:35
3. Overview of material's transparency properties 5:04
4. Laying out the UV's for the tank treads 6:05
5. Applying a custom texture to the tank treads 10:13
6. Using a bump map to add depth to the tank treads 6:12
7. Using the Render Tree to create a color-shifting paint job 6:09
8. Assigning a headlight texture to the snowmobile 5:13
9. Adding glow to the snowmobile's taillights 4:41
10. Exploring XSI's various light types (part 1) 9:17
11. Exploring XSI's various light types (part 2) 2:01
12. Overview of the various shadow types in XSI 10:12

Animation
1. Setting up the parental hierarchy for the snowmobile 9:04
2. Using the Parameter Connection Editor to create Linked Keys 4:46
3. Setting and manipulating keyframes in XSI 8:35
4. Using the Animation Editor to adjust keyframes 4:55
5. Creating an animation path in XSI 4:24
6. Using XSI's particles to create smoke for the exhaust pipes 11:00
7. Setting the options for your final rendered sequence 11:17
Total Run Time: 7:35:11

T0872 - Digital Tutors - Introduction to XSI, 2nd Edition

Easily learn Modeling, Texturing, UV Mapping, Animation and Rendering in XSI. Contains over 6.5 hours of project-based training. Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists.

Easily learn Modeling, Texturing, UV Mapping, Animation and Rendering
in XSI. Contains over 6.5 hours of project-based training. Perfect for
beginner to intermediate artists.

Popular highlights include:

* view full-size image Polygon Modeling
* Extruding Faces
* Extruding Edges
* Merging Polygons
* Rotoscopes
* UV Layout
* Textures
* Texture Layer Editor
* Materials
* Parenting
* Cycle Curves
* Animation Editor
* Path Animation
* Keyframing
* Smoke Effects with Particles
* Render Tree
* Shader Networks
* mental ray
* Keying Panel
* Environment Setup
* Operator Stack

T0871 - Digital Tutors - Introduction to Photoshop CS3

Digital Tutors – Introduction to Photoshop CS3

Popular highlights include:

* Tool Overview
* Palette Overview
* Print / Web / Design Workflows
* Non-Destructive Workflow
* Managing Multi-layer Documents
* Creating Effects
* Restoring Photographs
* Enhancing Photographs
* Color Adjustments and Correction
* Utilizing Automation Scripts
* Creating Actions
* Building Web Galleries
* Using Photomerge
* Using Bridge
* Working with Camera Raw Images
* Compressing Images for Web
* Working with Smart Objects & Smart Filters
* Importing Adobe Illustrator Files

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction and project overview 1:02
2. Overview of workspace and UI 3:14
3. Creating documents / opening documents 4:21
4. Mastering the Marquee tool 5:32
5. Using the Move tool and some of the shortcuts associated with it 4:24
6. Making selections using the Lasso tool 7:05
7. Working with the Magic Wand and Quick Select tools 7:25
8. Cropping images 3:09
9. Slicing images for the web 2:30
10. Repairing images with the Heal Brush 8:32
11. Painting with the Brush tool 6:33
12. Modifying brushes with the brush palette 13:25
13. Changing colors using the Color Replacement tool 4:56
14. Fixing images with the Clone tool 9:58
15. Painting in time with the History Brush 4:05
16. Erasing pixels tools and workflows 9:47
17. Using and customizing gradients 9:48
18. Filling selections with the Paint Bucket 4:16
19. Blurring and sharpening an image 3:46
20. Smearing images with the Smudge tool 4:20
21. Dodging and burning images 5:35
22. Enhancing images with the Sponge tool 3:24
23. Creating paths with the Pen tool 9:14
24. Creating organic shapes with the Freeform Pen tool 3:21
25. Creating shapes using the Shape tool 6:14
26. Creating text in your document using the Text tool 7:53
27. Modifying the text using the Character palette 7:49
28. Loading your own shape tools 8:35
29. Creating custom vector shapes 6:13
30. Leaving notes in your image using the Annotation tool 2:50
31. Sampling colors tools and shortcuts 4:29
32. Measuring and counting objects in your image 4:21
33. Panning and zooming your image 5:00
34. Picking the right color using the Color Picker 3:37
35. Making selections using the QuickMask mode 8:03
36. Mastering the Layer palette 8:09
37. Continuing with the Layer palette 12:00
38. Storing selections using Alpha channels 4:57
39. Creating paths from selections 4:08
40. Working with the Navigator, Histogram and Info palette 4:05
41. Selecting and storing colors, creating custom styles 8:14
42. Creating snapshots and using actions 7:43
43. Building a preset tool library 5:08
44. Creating multiple layouts using the Layer Comp palette 2:38
45. Publishing your images to the web as a gallery 6:45
46. Creating panoramic images using Photomerge 3:39
47. Saving images for the web, using various compression settings 9:12
48. Working with Gif images 3:16
49. Animating graphics in Photoshop 7:03
50. Using the new Timeline feature 4:29
51. Working with Video in Photoshop 3:22
52. Resizing images and cropping 7:33
53. Adjusting tonal value with Levels 6:01
54. Using the brightness and contrast adjustments 2:19
55. Tinting images with the Photo Filter 2:32
56. Matching colors between different images 2:21
57. Using Gradient Mapping to remap colors 2:24
58. Creating rich black and white images 5:25
59. Mastering the Layer Mask 10:32
60. Non-destructive editing with Smart Objects 6:10
61. Using Smart Filters to stack filters 7:40
62. Having fun with Liquify 8:37
63. Working with Camera Raw 6:22
64. Extracting images from the background 2:51
65. Using Guides, Snapping and Aligning 5:12
66. Clipping layers and grouping 8:49
67. Conclusion 1:03

T0870 - Digital-Tutors – Introduction to Flash 8

Digital-Tutors – Introduction to Flash 8

With hours of time-saving tips and hands-on projects, “Introduction to Macromedia Flash 8? allows users to begin designing and authoring interactive content rich with video, graphics, and animation for truly unique and engaging projects.

Popular topics covered in “Introduction to Macromedia Flash 8? include: a thorough understanding and overview of the newest features in Flash 8, customizing the toolbar, creating macros, utilizing the new codecs and video compression tools, understanding the timeline, shape tweening, animation techniques, using Custom Ease Editor, adding sound to Flash files with different envelope techniques, creating animated buttons, working with symbols, converting bitmap images to vector, using scripting to automate tasks, developing Flash screens, and several additional topics designed to boost your creativity and understanding of Flash 8.

T0869 - Digital Tutors - Mental Ray Production shaders in Softimage

Digital Tutors - Mental Ray Production shaders in Softimage

In this course we will explore several rendering enhancements that are available to us through the mental ray Production Shaders within Softimage.

Introduction and Project Overview
In this lesson we will discuss the project overview for mental ray Production Shaders in Softimage

Enabling mental ray Production Shaders in Softimage
In this lesson we will learn how to enable the mental ray Production Shaders for use within Softimage

Utilizing the mip_rayswitch node in Softimage
In this lesson we will learn how the mip_rayswitch node can be used in Softimage to add a very high level of control to our final rendered images

Using the mip_motionblur node in Softimage
In this lesson we will use the mip_motionblur node within Softimage to quickly add motion-blurring effects to our rendered images

Working with the mip_motion_vector node in Softimage
In this lesson we will use the mip_motion_vector node within Softimage to output motion vector data that can be utilized in an external compositing application

Utilizing the mip_card_opacity node in Softimage
In this lesson we will use the mip_card_opacity node in Softimage to ensure proper opacity mapping in our rendered passes

Live-action compositing with Production Shaders
"In this lesson we will use the mip_rayswitch_environment, the mip_cameramap, and the mip_mirrorball shaders to quickly composite our 3D geometry into a live-action scene"

Using the mip_matteshadow node in Softimage
In this lesson we will use the mip_matteshadow node within Softimage to seamlessly capture shadows and reflections from our live-action background

T0868 - Digital Tutors - Getting Started with Pixel Bender

Lesson Outline:

• Introduction and Project Overview


• Overview of Pixel Bender Toolkit


• Creating your first filter


• Using variables


• Creating a slider


• Loading your filter in Photoshop


• Loading your filter in After Effects


• Using your filter in Flash

T0867 - Digital Tutors - Artists Guide to Fusion 6

Digital Tutors - Artists Guide to Fusion 6

In this course we will learn how to get started using the compositing software Fusion.

-Introduction and Project Overview
In this lesson we will learn the tools and techniques covered in this project

-User Interface Basics and Loading Images into Fusion
In this lesson we will learn how to use the Loader tool and move around the Viewer and Flow windows

-Using the Merge tool to composite two images together
In this lesson we will learn how to use the Merge tool and connect tools together in the flow window

-Using the Mask tool to remove parts of an image
In this lesson we will learn how to create a Bspline mask to remove the effect of a tool inside of Fusion

-Using the Transform tool to move nodes in Fusion
"In this lesson we will learn how to move, rotate, and scale tools using the Merge and Transform tools in Fusion"

-Color Correcting using the CC Tool
In this lesson we will learn the basics of using the Color Corrector tool to change an image

-Using various Apply Modes to composite a 3D Render
In this lesson we will learn how to composite a reflection and in-direct illumination pass over a color pass to create a finished look. We will learn the use of Screen and Multiply and how Darken and Lighten Apply Modes work

-Using a Background Node to Mask a Merge Tool
"In this lesson we will learn how to setup our tools to create an interesting horizontal wipe transition using the Background, Transform and Blur tools"

-Getting Started with Animation in Fusion
In this lesson we will learn how to animate a tool and how to edit that animation in the viewer window

-Rendering images out of Fusion
In this lesson we will learn how to render images out of Fusion using the Saver tool

T0866 - Digital Tutors - Getting Started with ZBrush

In this course we will get up to speed quickly in Zbrush by getting a comprehensive overview of the available tools and techniques.

Lesson Outline

Introduction and Project Overview
In this lesson we will get an overview of the tools and techniques we will cover in ZBrush.

Pixols and the 2.5d canvas
In this lesson we will learn about pixols and the 2.5d nature of ZBrush.

Getting around the interface
In this lesson we will learn to navigate the ZBrush interface and work with palettes.

Painting with 2.5d brushes
In this lesson we will learn to use 2.5d brushes to paint depth and color onto the canvas.

Working with tools
In this lesson we will learn to manipulate ztools including ZBrush primitives and startup meshes.

Importing geometry into Zbrush
In this lesson we will learn to bring custom polygonal geometry into ZBrush for sculpting.

Subdividing your geometry
In this lesson we will learn to work with subdivisions in preparation for sculpting our geometry.
Getting started with sculpting
In this lesson we will learn the basic settings and workflow for sculpting your model.

Sculpting brush types and settings
In this lesson we will explore a variety of the sculpting brushes you can use to shape your model.

Using strokes and alphas
In this lesson we will learn to use different alphas and strokes to sculpt our geometry.

Masking and hiding geometry
In this lesson we will learn to use masking and hiding to selectively sculpt our geometry.

Working with materials
In this lesson we will learn to work with materials in ZBrush.

Polypainting in Zbrush
In this lesson we will learn to add textures to our models using polypainting.

Rendering images and movies
In this lesson we will learn to add lights in ZBrush and render high quality images.

Working with subtools
In this lesson we will learn to work with multiple meshes using Subtools.

Using 3d layers
In this lesson we will use 3d layers to add sculpted detail using a flexible workflow.

Posing characters using Transpose
In this lesson we will learn to pose characters in ZBrush.

Using Zspheres to create base geometry
In this lesson we will learn to create base geometry in ZBrush using zspheres.

Creating Normal and Displacement maps
In this lesson we will learn to export high resolution detail in the form of normal and displacement maps.

Extending Zbrush with plugins
In this lesson we will extend the functionality of ZBrush using plugins.

T0820 - Digital-tutors Painting Multiple Channels in Mudbox

n this course we will use Mudbox to paint multiple textures and channels as we create a retro ray gun.

Although Mudbox is a powerful sculpting tool, one of the features that make it stand apart is the ability to paint multiple texture channels. When creating textures for your models, painting interactively in the 3d view is a really fast and effective way to work. In Mudbox, we can paint color as well as create channels like bump, specular, and reflection and see all of that detail as we paint. In this course we’ll learn to create and modify multiple texture channels like those mentioned above. We’ll blend together multiple paint layers to achieve specific effects, cover the use of stamps, and learn to use the projection brush with a stencil to add decals. For our example we’ll use a retro ray gun toy, but the techniques you’ll learn will apply to anything you’d like to paint in Mudbox.

T0764 - Digital Tutors - Introduction to Modeling in XSI

Software: XSI 4 or higher (XSI 6.5 required for project files)
Run Time: 4 hrs. 25 min., 2 discs
Availability: Ships next business day
Digital -Tutors Introduction to Modeling in XSI

Easily learn time-saving modeling techniques, modeling tools overview, and a proven workflow to modeling in XSI. Contains over 4 hours of project-based training. Great for new and beginning artists.

Popular highlights include:

* Overview of Modeling Tools in XSI
* Overview of Geometry Types
* Polygon Modeling Workflow
* Using Rotoscopes as Modeling Reference
* Optimizing Geometry
* Mirroring Geometry
* Working with Curves, Surfaces, and Trims
* Lofting Curves to Create Geometry
* Adding Edge Resolution
* Scene Organization Techniques
* Principles of Creating Clean Topology
* Creating Custom Toolbars and Shelves
* Edge-loop Selections
* Strategically Adding Resolution
* Removing Resolution
* Merging Multiple Pieces of Geometry
* Lofting Surfaces
* Bridging and Welding Components
* Splitting Parallel Edge-loops
* Re-routing Geometry Flow
* Generating Symmetrical Geometry
* Reusing and Re-purposing Geometry
* Modeling with Deformers
* Extruding Geometry Along Curves
* Edge Creasing
* Naming and Organizing Assets
* Interactively Adding Edges Around Objects
* Building High-res Geometry with Low-res Cages

Lesson Outline:

1. Overview of polygon mesh geometry in XSI 8:32
2. Overview of surface mesh geometry 5:28
3. Adding rotoscopes to the XSI viewports 3:54
4. Creating and optimizing polygon geometry 7:43
5. Adding detail to geometry with the bevel tool 7:48
6. Using the add edge tool to split polygon components 7:30
7. Extruding polygons to create a serrated saw blade 8:00
8. Using lattices to quickly re-shape geometry 8:08
9. Using the knife tool to split polygons quickly 8:47
10. Building a Phillips-head screwdriver with the revolve function 16:47
11. Duplicating and re-purposing geometry for efficient modeling 12:22
12. Utilizing scene layers to keep your scene organized 8:49
13. Using the four sided command to create a knife blade 8:49
14. Bridging and welding polygon edges 12:45
15. Trimming and lofting geometry to create the knife's keychain connector 14:29
16. Extruding geometry along curves to create a corkscrew 14:02
17. Using edge creasing to quickly create sharp edges 12:50
18. Working with curves to create the magnifying glass casing 8:32
19. Using the add/edit polygon tool to create new geometry 7:28
20. Utilizing several tools and techniques to create the can opener 12:34
21. Additional techniques for re-purposing geometry (part 1) 7:24
22. Additional techniques for re-purposing geometry (part 2) 15:37
23. Extruding the thumbnail indentions into the various blades 5:08
24. Parenting objects and cleaning up your scene 9:58
25. Adjusting geometry on various layers to assemble final knife 6:21
26. Utilizing deformers as a modeling aid 9:57
27. Extruding multiple components to create the keychain loop 10:22
28. Bonus Lesson: Using custom shelves and toolbars to store commonly used tools 4:35
Total Run Time: 4:24:39

T0759 - Digital-tutors Introduction to Stitcher 2009

In this series of lessons, we’ll learn how to use Stitcher to create panoramic images. Stitcher comes with many tools built to make the panorama creation process hassle-free. In only a few minutes, we will be able to take fisheye photographs and render a seamless 360 degree panorama. We’ll begin this project by learning how to import, stitch, and render images in the user interface. From there, we will learn the various settings we have to control our render quality and how to get the best possible output. Next we’ll learn about the editing tools of Stitcher, such as Manual Stitch, Alignment, Stencils, PSD Stencils and Custom Nadir. We will also learn how to create High Dynamic Range panoramas. We’ll end by learning how we can use the advanced output features of QuickTime VR in Stitcher to create virtual tours and links between QuickTime panorama movies. This series of lessons will illustrate how Stitcher can be used to quickly create large-dimension images and cylindrical, cubical, or spherical panoramas.

Lesson Outline

Introduction and Project Overview
In this lesson we will learn the topics and techniques we will learn in this project

Moving around the Stitcher interface and importing images
In this lesson we will learn how to import images and stitch them together using autostich. We will also learn how to move around our stitcher window.

Rendering images out of Stitcher
In this lesson we will learn how to preview and set the render area in Stitcher

The Various Image Output Types in Stitcher
"In this lesson we will learn about the uses and look of the Cylindrical, Cubical and Spherical panorama types"

Increasing the render quality with the Blending Method
In this lesson we will learn about the various blending methods and the best method to use when rendering

Comparison of various Sharpening Types
In this lesson we will learn about the various sharpening options and how to decide which to use

Comparison of various Interpolation Types
In this lesson we will learn about the various interpolation types and how to decide which to use

Using Manual Stitch to fix failed Autostitches
In this lesson we will learn how to use the Manual Stitch feature to stitch images that the autostitcher can't recognize

Using Manual Alignment to set the Horizon of our stitch
In this lesson we will learn how to set the Horizon using horizontal and vertical manual alignment

Using Stencils to remove or preserve parts of our stitch
In this lesson we will learn about the various stencil types and how to use them to influence our blend of images

Moving between Stitcher and external image editors
In this lesson we will learn how to set an external image editing application and how to seamlessly move between Stitcher and Photoshop

Using PSD Stencils to create stencils and partial blends
In this lesson we will learn how to use the PSD stencil system to leverage Photoshop's image manipulation tools to create stencils

Various methods of finding stitches in the Stitcher window
In this lesson we will learn a few tips and tricks to finding stitches if we lose track of them in the stitcher window

Creating a cylindrical panorama using Fisheye photos
In this lesson we will learn how to work with Fisheye photos and create a cylindrical panorama

Using Nadir and Creating a custom ground in Stitcher
In this lesson we will learn how to use the Nadir feature to add a ground plane and how to stitch together our own custom ground plane

Add stencils to the custom ground and rendering our sphere
In this lesson we will learn how to finish our ground plane and render out a seamless spherical panorama

Setting up an HDR cylindrical panorama in Stitcher
In this lesson we will learn how to create HDR stacks and combine regular photos to create an HDR panorama in Stitcher

Rendering and Viewing HDR Panoramas in Stitcher
In this lesson we will learn how to render our HDR panorama and view the various exposures in Photoshop

Creating a camera animation and rendering a movie
In this lesson we will learn how to use the camera animation tools in Stitcher to create an animation and render it as a movie file

Basics of outputting a QuickTime VR movie in Stitcher
In this lesson we will learn how to output a QuickTime VR file so we can view our entire panorama outside Stitcher

Creating High-Quality QTVR Movies with Smart Blend
In this lesson we will learn a method of outputting a QTVR movie with a Smart Blending Method to get a clean result

Using QTVR Scripting to move the video and add an End Date
"In this lesson we will learn how to add annotations to our file, add automatic movement when the panorama is opened and build a date in our QuickTime file which will disable it"

Adding a logo to a QTVR file
In this lesson we will learn how to add a logo with a link to a webpage to our QTVR movie and various things we have to watch out for while creating the logo image

Using Hotspots to add links inside our QTVR file
"In this lesson we will learn how to define and link Hotspots in our QTVR file to create areas inside our panorama that, when clicked, will take the user to a webpage"

Creating a Panoramic Tour using QTVR and Hotspots on a webpage
In this lesson we will learn how to connect two QTVR movie files to each other using Hotspots and Publish them to a webpage using Stitchers built-in publishing tools

T0758 - Digital Tutors Animating Creatures in Maya Insects

Learn an artist-friendly workflow to creature rigging and a solution-based approach to building controls for faster animation in Maya. Contains over 6 hours of project-based training for setup artists learning new methods of rigging multi-limbed creatures.

Popular highlights include:

* Building Skeletons from Anatomy
* Painting Weights for Rigid Deformations
* Spring IK Solver
* No-Flip IK
* Innovative Broken Hierarchies
* MEL Scripting for Rigging and Animation
* Visual Limiter Controls
* Sculpt Deformer
* Blend Shapes
* Character Sets
* Smooth Binding

Lesson Outline:

1. Creating a MEL script to align objects to bones 9:52
2. Using MEL to snap objects 13:41
3. Preparing the scene for rigging 7:52
4. Beginning the skeleton based on insect anatomy 7:09
5. Creating joints for the insect’s head 7:04
6. Adding joints to the insect’s back legs 9:33
7. Finishing the chains for the insect’s legs 5:23
8. Creating an intuitive broken hierarchy set up 4:37
9. Adding broken hierarchy control to our rig 5:12
10. Applying Spring IK handles to the legs 7:37
11. Building a control object reservoir 11:33
12. Adding a control to the front left leg 9:16
13. Finishing the set up of the front left leg 10:39
14. Completing the back left leg and the right front leg 8:53
15. Wrapping up the insect’s limbs 7:45
16. Setting up the head control 9:23
17. Rigging the mandibles and antennas 11:35
18. Creating the gaster’s control 7:40
19. Avoiding flipping in IK chains 5:08
20. Adding a control for the petiole 2:51
21. Controlling the thorax 9:43
22. Setting up warning controls 9:35
23. Adding broken hierarchy control to the thorax and sting 6:31
24. Finishing the control rig 7:15
25. Working with Character sets 10:38
26. Binding the insect 11:54
27. Painting weights – Completing the gaster 6:54
28. Painting weights – Finishing the head 8:46
29. Painting weights – Working on the petiole 11:14
30. Painting weights – Starting the thorax 9:03
31. Painting weights – Finishing the thorax and the left front leg 7:57
32. Mirroring wieghts – Left legs to the right legs 3:17
33. Smoothing the weights of the sting and end of the gaster 9:03
34. Finishing the gaster 9:10
35. Completing the weights of the back left leg 11:15
36. Finishing the left middle legs weights 9:56
37. Correcting the weights of the front and mid throax 13:56
38. Smoothing the head and antenna deformations 9:51
39. Mirroring wieghts – Checking deformations 10:37
40. Controlling the insect’s smooth division level 4:36
41. Rigging the sting and gaster using deformers 12:32
42. Preparing the scene for animation 10:27
Total Run Time:6:09:40

T0755 - Digital-tutors Sculpting Techniques with ZBrush 3

Digital Tutors - Sculpting Techniques With Zbrush 3 | 2 CDs |

Achieve unparalleled results using ZBrush 3. Learn several time-saving modeling and digital sculpting techniques that are widely used throughout the Film and Games industries. Contains over 4 hours of project-based training. Great for new to intermediate artists.

Popular highlights include:

* Importing Base Geometry
* Modifying ZBrush Primitives
* Subdividing Meshes
* Mesh Extraction
* Sculpting with Brushes
* Sculpting with Alphas
* Sculpting with Strokes
* Sculpting with Stencils
* Additive and Subtractive Sculpting
* Combining Multiple Meshes with Subtools
* Creating Poses with Transpose Tool
* Masking Techniques
* Sculpting with 3D Layers
* Custom Alphas
* Sculpting at Progressively Higher Levels
* Projection Master
* Sculpting with Symmetry
* Creating a Final Turntable

T0742 - Digital Tutors - Getting Started with Toxik

In this course we will learn how to get started using the compositing software Toxik. Using Toxik we can quickly color correct, mask, composite or animate still images and image sequences.

In this series of lessons we’ll learn how to get started using the compositing software Toxik. Using Toxik we can quickly color correct, mask, composite, or animate still images and image sequences. We’ll begin this project by learning the basic project/composition creation process, learning how to move around the Toxik user interface, begin compositing images together and render out our finished material. We'll then move into the common uses of Toxik such as color correction, garbage masks, blending modes, and animation. This series of lessons is a great starting point to learning Toxik. By learning the tools and fundamental workflows of Toxik, we will be able to create complex effects and images in no time. This will allow us to begin exploring other areas of Toxik and start using Toxik in our own production pipeline.

Lesson Outline

Introduction and Project Overview
In this lesson we will learn the topics and techniques covered in this project

Creating Projects and Importing images in Toxik
In this lesson we will learn how to create projects and change the interface of Toxik to maximize workspace while importing footage

Creating Compositions and bringing footage into a comp
In this lesson we will learn how to create new compositions and the basic tool workflow

Understanding the Node workflow and blending two images
In this lesson we will learn how to bring tools into our composition and combine two footage layers into one

Rendering Images out of Toxik
In this lesson we will learn how to render our composition into an image sequence

Using the CC Basics tool to color correct in Toxik
In this lesson we will learn how to use the CC Basics tool to color correct an image

Creating Garbage Masks to remove the effect of a tool
In this lesson we will learn how to use a Garbage Mask connected into the Masking input to cut out part of a tool

Using Blending Modes to composite 3D renders
In this lesson we will learn how to use the Multiply and Screen blending modes to composite a reflection and occlusion pass to create a polished final image

Using the Image Generation tools to create gradients
"In this lesson we will learn how to use the Color Source, Linear Ramp and Bilinear ramp tools to create color rectangles and gradients inside Toxik"

Basics of moving, rotating and scaling objects in Toxik
In this lesson we will learn how to use the 2D Transform tool to move, rotate and scale tools inside Toxik

Animating in Toxik to create a wipe effect
In this lesson we will learn how to bring together several tools and animate those tools to create a horizontal wipe effect