Description:  Planet Digital is proud to welcome 3D animator/guru Michele Bousquet, co-author of 3ds Max Animation with Biped  with Michael McCarthy.

In this class, you will create and animate a character from start to finish. This includes modeling, texturing and animation using Editable Poly, Unwrap UVW, Biped, and other tools. This session is intended for the experienced 3ds max user that wants an efficient workflow for creating and animating convincing characters for games, broadcast, or architectural renderings.  This course includes a copy of Michele's 3ds Max Animation with Biped, distributed by Peachpit Press.

Topics: Editable Poly, Unwrap UVW, Biped, Bones, Skin modifier, Parameter Wiring.

You will learn:

• Character Modeling Considerations
• Introduction to Biped
  
• Character rigging fundamentals
• Realistic and cartoon shaders (Material Editor)
• Creating custom animation controls including parameter wiring

Duration: 3 days.

Level: Intermediate

Prerequisite: 3ds Max Fundamentals or a working knowledge of 3ds Max in a production environment is required.