Written for users of all skill levels, this tutorial-based book teaches animators how to master Light Wave 3D 8 through the development of actual projects. With more than 600 images,users will be treated to in-depth tutorials on using software's features to build detailed and realistic objects like buildings, cars, and mountians.

Get ready to explore all that LightWave 3D 8 has to offer! Giving you a firm foundation,

Updating what has been called one of the best books onanimation by top Disney animators, this new book includes even more pre-rigged models, discussion of the new animation tools found in LightWave 3D 8, and the fastest way to do dialogue and facial performance.

This book is a great one to have in your Lightwave library, and even if you use another software package you will be able to follow his techniques to help you master the fascinating and technical aspects of animation. Jonny does assume you have basic knowledge of Lightwave 3D and have the ability to move around and understand it's interface. What I loved about this book is that doesn't tell you to do this and do that, He actually explains why! This is from setting up the interface to why he works the way he does. this book goes into great detail explaining how to create a character (and why you create it in a certain way) and how to texture it in a realistic way. I bought also his companion book Volume Two,because as he explains, there is just so much information you NEED to know! It's great reading and chock full of information, includes a disc with all the files and screen shots to help you along the way.

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The second of two volumes explaining proven methods of creating 3D cartoon characters for animation.

Cartoon Character Creation: From Concept to Animation

Creating interesting and detailed surfaces for objects and characters in 3D is a process many artists find complex and confusing. LightWave 3D 8 Texturing demystifies this task with a thorough discussion of how to use the various LightWave 3D tools to create stunning textures.

Follow 25 of the world’s leading 3D artists as they share 1001+ secret tips and tricks for getting the most out of LightWave. In this book of collective wisdom, you will learn about hidden software features, time-saving tricks, and professional techniques for achieving better results in less time. More than a collection of hints from a single user, you’ll learn from specialists - masters in the fields of character modeling, animation, texturing, lighting, digital cinematography, special effects, and programming. Featuring 11 topics ranging from pre-visualization to plug-ins, containing more than 70 distinct categories, and including more than 1001 unique tips and tricks, this is an invaluable resource for any LightWave 3D user.

Whether you are lighting your own scene or adding CG elements to a background image, LightWave 3D 8 Lighting can help you achieve your lighting goals. From a discussion of lighting principles and color theory to a number of tutorials demonstrating the application of lighting tools and concepts, the emphasis throughout is on making your lighting believable, accurate, and pleasing to the eye.