modo 501 Signature Courseware

Tutorial for modo 501

Follow renowned 3d trainer Dan Ablan as he guides you through a series of fun projects that will give you a great understanding of modo's toolset and workflow

  • Almost 9 hours of project based tutorials
  • Covers all major areas of modo
  • ideal for those coming to modo from other apps. and beginners

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About the Instructor

Dan Ablan is president of AGA Digital Studios, Inc., a 3D animation and visual effects company in the Chicago area. AGA Digital has produced 3D visuals for broadcast, corporate, and architectural clients since 1994, as well as post-production services in conjunction with Post Meridian, LLC. Recent work includes 3D animation for United Airlines, NASA, Lockheed Martin, as well as Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

Dan is the author of 14 international books from New Riders Publishing (Peach Pit Publishing Group) on LIghtwave and is also the author of [digital] Cinematography & Directing, and served as technical editor for [digital] Lighting & Rendering. He was also a contributor to After Effects 5.5 Magic, from New Riders Publishing. Dan has also has two books, from for Thomson Course Technology on Luxology's modo 3D modeling software (v201, and v301), and another book from Wiley Publishing entitled "Digital Photography for 3D Animation." In 2010, he wrote the revision to Ben Willmore's Photoshop Studio Techniques for version CS4 from New Riders and Adobe Press. Dan's latest book is an update to the popular "Inside LightWave" series, for LightWave v10 from New Riders and Peachpit Publishing.

Delivery Method: Instant Access Digital Download

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Download Content

  • 10 zip files (171MB -to- 948.1MB). Total: 4.8GB
  • Note. You can download and work through each project individually.

Overview

The modo 501 Signature course is an ideal introduction to modo 501 for both individuals and companies seeking to give staff a head start with this exciting and artist friendly 3d software.

The course covers a wide variety of topics from the new interface, to the new modeling tools, fur, inverse kinematics, contraints, Pixar subdivisions, updated animation pipeline, assemblies and groups, plus much more. 8 HOURS of top rated training that play on both Mac and PC in high resolution, high quality

What you will learn

  • Modeling household items with fine details using Pixar Subdivisions
  • Building an environment utilizing the brand new surfaces and textures of 501
  • Enhancing models and animations with new displacement and subdivision technology
  • You'll learn how to animate in modo easily, and go further with the new animation assembly system
  • Wondered about sculpting and uvs? Even easier with modo 501!
  • Many tips, tricks, and demonstrations throughout to show you all the many new features and enhancements that make Luxology's modo 501 the best upgrade yet.

Chapters / Projects

  • A. The Basics
  • B. Workflow
  • C. Key Ring Project
  • D. Warehouse Project 1
  • D. Warehouse Project 2
  • E. Organic Project
  • F. Brush Project 1
  • F. Brush Project 2
  • G. Rigging Project
  • H. Bonus Videos

Format

  • Video/Audio Format mp4 / AAC
  • Video Size 1280px x 720px
  • Runtime 8 Hrs
  • Suitable players QuickTime, WMP, VLC or a browser with Flash