LibGuides: MUL375: Module 4

Module 4 Required Resources

Everyday Business Storytelling: Create, Simplify, and Adapt A Visual Narrative for Any Audience
Kurnoff, Janine, and Lee Lazarus. Everyday Business Storytelling : Create, Simplify, and Adapt A Visual Narrative for Any Audience. Wiley, 2020.
3D is just one of many tools to create elements of stories. Understanding the basics of business storytelling will help you get the 50,000 foot view of using 3D as one of many storytelling tools for creating and crafting visual narratives for any audience.

Please read the following section:
- Part 6, All Together Now – Chapters 20, 21, 22

Introduction to 3D
Maestri, George. LinkedIn Learning: Introduction to 3D. 2019. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/introduction-to-3d-2/working-with-the-exercise-files?autoplay=true&u=2168252
“No matter what software you use or final product you create, all 3D modeling and rendering packages share the same underlying concepts. In this course, expert George Maestri provides a broad overview of these concepts and the techniques that apply to all types of 3D artwork: character designs, product shots, animation, visual effects, and more.” (4h 6m).

Please watch the following chapter for an overview of rendering:
- Chapter 5: Rendering Images (30m)

Medical Modelling: The Application of Advanced Design and Rapid Prototyping Techniques in Medicine
Bibb, Richard, et al. Medical Modelling: The Application of Advanced Design and Rapid Prototyping Techniques in Medicine. 2nd ed., Elsevier Science & Technology, 2015.
Designing Immersive 3D Experiences: A Designers Guide to Creating Realistic 3D Experiences for Extended Reality
Stevens, Renee C. Designing Immersive 3D Experiences: A Designers Guide to Creating Realistic 3D Experiences for Extended Reality. New Riders, 2020.

Introduction to 3D
Maestri, George. LinkedIn Learning: Introduction to 3D. 2019. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/introduction-to-3d-2/working-with-the-exercise-files?autoplay=true&u=2168252
“No matter what software you use or final product you create, all 3D modeling and rendering packages share the same underlying concepts. In this course, expert George Maestri provides a broad overview of these concepts and the techniques that apply to all types of 3D artwork: character designs, product shots, animation, visual effects, and more.” (4h 6m).

Please watch the following chapters for an overview of the “Big 4” full-featured 3D applications:
- Chapter 6: Introduction to Blender
- Chapter 7: Introduction to Maya
- Chapter 8: Introduction to 3ds Max
- Chapter 9: Introduction to Cinema 4D

3ds Max 2023 Essential Training
Ross, Aaron F. LinkedIn Learning: 3ds Max 2023 Essential Training. 2022. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/3ds-max-2023-essential-training/introducing-3ds-max-2023?autoplay=true&u=2168252

Please watch the following chapter:
- Chapter 12 – Choosing a Renderer in 3ds Max (7m 24s)

Render & Review
"Render & Review." Vfxrendering.Com. https://vfxrendering.com/category/render-engines/
Check out this website to research the various 3D applications and options for renderers.
The Best Render Engines for 3ds Max
"The Best Render Engines for 3ds Max." GarageFarm.Net, 13 Dec. 2022. https://garagefarm.artstation.com/blog/1lda/the-best-render-engines-for-3ds-max
Understanding Dynamics - the Powerful Effects That Can Make Your 3D Life Easier
Pluralsight. "Understanding Dynamics - the Powerful Effects That Can Make Your 3D Life Easier." Pluralsight.Com, 14 Feb. 2014. https://www.pluralsight.com/blog/film-games/understanding-dynamics-powerful-effects-can-make-3d-life-easier

3D and Animation Careers
Maestri, George. LinkedIn Learning: 3D and Animation Careers, 2015. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/3d-and-animation-careers-first-steps?u=2168252
(15m)
Animation Fundamentals and Careers
Andrade, David. LinkedIn Learning: Animation Fundamentals and Careers, 2021. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/animation-fundamentals-and-careers/welcome-to-the-world-of-animation?autoplay=true&u=2168252
(22m)