Modeling in 3D can be likened to sculpting. Many different techniques can be used to create the objects in your scene. The techniques you learn in the Modeling tutorials are adaptable to any style of modeling you need to perform. For instance, if you're building models that will be incorporated into a game, you'll be most interested in low polygon modeling techniques. The same techniques will be equally beneficial when building highly detailed models for architectural presentations or motion pictures.
The tutorials in this section are geared for the beginning-to intermediate-level users. Each tutorial takes from 30 minutes to several hours to complete.
materials and mapping tutorials .
Beyond modeling techniques, the tutorials also expose you to the Material Editor and show you how to apply materials to objects in your scene. That familiarity will help when you dive into theFeatures Covered in This Section