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Description: This class is an introduction to Cinema 4D. Major workflow and interface concepts will be introduced to get new users up and running within the application. This session is primarily intended for anyone looking to add Cinema 4D to their general software toolkit, or for experienced users wanting to brush up on their existing skills in a comprehensive manner.

Topics: Viewport navigation tools, Configurable User Interface, Parametric Modeling, Polygon Modeling, NURBS Modeling, Object Manager, Attributes Manager, Filter Browser, Timeline, Function Curve Editor, XPresso, Cloth, Hair, Dynamics, Cameras, Lights, Hierarchies, FK & IK MoGraph and Bodypaint.

You will learn:

* User interface and navigation
* 3D modeling techniques including "box modeling" and Hyper-NURBS
* Material analysis and creation
* Light types and essential light rig setups
* Principles of animation including keyframing and curve editing
* 3D Motion Graphics Creation
* Particle Systems
* Rendering for various output types including print, web and video

Duration: 3 days

Level: Fundamental

Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this course.