Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007

ISBN-10: 0470072725

ISBN-13: 9780470072721

In Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007, world-renowned AutoCAD expert George Omura and two VIZ experts teach you how to get the most out of Autodesk's potent 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software. As you follow real-world examples, you'll quickly see how to apply these techniques to your design projects. Whether you're entirely new to VIZ or simply want to master its newest features, this book offers the clear explanations and step-by-step instruction you need to make VIZ work for you.\ \...

Turn Your Ideas Into High-Impact 3D Models and Animations Transform flat drawings and concepts into impressive 3D visualizations that will amaze your clients with the comprehensive instruction you'll find in Mastering Autodesk VIZ 2007. Written by VIZ experts, this book shows you how to get the most out of the latest version of Autodesk's powerful 3D design, modeling, and animation tool with an in-depth, tutorial-based approach grounded in real-world examples. This new edition has been fully updated and revised to cover all of Autodesk VIZ 2007's new features—asset tracking, revamped Xrefs, an updated interface, and the improved rendering and editing tools—and it's packed with professional techniques you can apply immediately to your own work for striking results. Whether you're new to VIZ or simply want to master the latest features, this book offers the clear explanations and step-by-step instructions you need to create, animate, and render realistic architectural visualizations with VIZ 2007. Coverage includes:Creating complex shapes with surface modeling toolsUsing, organizing, and editing objects and meshesEfficiently managing design dataAdding natural lighting effectsStaging a virtual walk-through of your room designs for clientsApplying radiosity to create lifelike viewsEmploying mental ray to achieve high-res renderingUsing AutoCAD and Photoshop® with VIZExporting content to the Web Featured on the CDYou'll find a trial version of VIZ 2007 plus project files for all of the book's exercises. Master VIZ 2007's great new features, including asset tracking, scene states, new modeling and texturing enhancements, batch rendering, and improved interoperability with other Autodesk products. Create 3D models quickly and intuitively using the new edit poly tools and Sweep modifier. Work effectively with lights, materials, and cameras. Animate your models and create interactive views. George Omura was cited as favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's "Best of Everything CAD" issue, November/December 2003. www.sybex.com

Introduction. Chapter 1: Getting to Know VIZ. Chapter 2: Introducing VIZ Objects. Chapter 3: Creating Shapes with Splines. Chapter 4: Editing Meshes and Creating Complex Objects. Chapter 5: Creating AEC and Entourage Objects. Chapter 6: Organizing and Editing Objects. Chapter 7: Light and Shadow. Chapter 8: Enhancing Models with Materials. Chapter 9: Staging Your Design. Chapter 10: Working with Files. Chapter 11: Using Radiosity. Chapter 12: Using mental ray. Chapter 13: Understanding Animation. Chapter 14: Creating Animations. Chapter 15: Using Photoshop with VIZ. Chapter 16: Combining Photographs with VIZ Designs. Chapter 17: Using AutoCAD-Based Applications with VIZ. Chapter 18: Exporting to the Web. Appendix A: Installation Notes. Appendix B: Modifiers and Materials. Appendix C: Patches and NURBS Surfaces. Appendix D: Helpers and Effects. Index.