Maya Techniques Fast Animation Rigs -video Maya Techniques Fast Animation Techniques will teach you the skills you need to create fast and efficient character rigs for your production pipeline. This DVD will help you build rigs that balance functionality AND speed. Avoid the pitfalls of cumbersome rigs that slow down your process, while still permitting the level of control needed at the animation stage. Maya Techniques | Fast Animation Rigs will provide examples on building complete animation rigs.




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Windows Vista Training Package-19 hours video You get 19+ Hours of Training covering Microsoft Windows Vista. “Get your Hands Dirty” with this Real World Training that is 100% Instructor Led! In this course Scott Skinger will lead you through Scenarios and Examples that will have you ready to tackle anything Windows Vista will throw at you.
Windows Vista Training Videos:
* Know Your Installation Options and How to Install Windows Vista(The Right Way!)
* Master Windows Vista’s New User Interface and Navigation
* Users & Groups Are the First Step to Securing Your Systems While Maximizing Performance - We’ll Teach You the Ropes
* Learn How Vista Can Be Utilized in a Networked Environment
* Now More Than Ever Users Are Mobile - Understand Vista’s New Mobile PC and Wireless Features
* Keep Your Systems Fast and Clean With Vista’s Disk Management Tools
* Customize Windows Vista’s Security to Your Needs as You Are Walked Through NTFS Permissions, Share Permissions, Security Programs and more
* Internet Explorer 7 and Its New Security Features in Vista For a Safer Web Experience
* Running Software in Vista Is Different Now Than Ever Before. Know What Your Systems Are Doing and How They’re Doing It.
* Need to Make Administering Your Systems Easier? We Cover All the Tools You Need to Speed Up Your Tasks: Performance Monitor, Event Viewer, Management Console, etc…
* Learn the Intricacies of Installing New Hardware and Printers Within Vista
* Backups are Important! Know How To Do Them Right in Vista
* Master Windows Vista’s New Group Policy Features
* …This is Just the Beginning!!!


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Winstructor Microsoft Windows Server 2008-video Microsoft’s Newest Server Operating System, Windows Server 2008 is the most secure Windows Server Operating System available. In this series of videos, we’ll help you master Windows Server 2008 with coverage you won’t find anywhere else

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Google SketchUp Essential Training Architecture, design, and media professionals all over the world are using Google SketchUp to create detailed 3D models efficiently and quickly. In Google SketchUp Essential Training, design expert George Maestri teaches the foundations of SketchUp’s drawing, design, and rendering tools. He covers the fundamentals of the application, the interface, and the Sandbox extension, which is used to create realistic organic shapes and terrain. George also discusses how to model and texture objects from existing photographs and export models to Google Earth to visualize how buildings fit in a real landscape. Exercise files accompany the course.

Released on: 11/21/2008 Start Learning Now
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Exercise Files
Table of contents
IntroductionIntroduction 1:41 4.5 MB
Installing SketchUp 1:31 1.4 MB
Tips for Mac users 2:32 2.5 MB
1. The SketchUp InterfaceInterface basics 5:54 4.6 MB
Navigating in SketchUp 3:28 12 MB
Walking around in SketchUp 4:21 11.1 MB
Creating camera views 4:36 8.3 MB
Shading faces and edges 6:44 23.9 MB
Creating shadows and fog 4:35 6.7 MB
Creating scenes 2:24 6.3 MB
Selecting and moving objects 6:45 11.3 MB
Scaling and rotating objects 4:14 8.3 MB
Manipulating faces and edges 3:55 7.3 MB
Advanced selection tools 4:26 8.2 MB
2. Drawing in SketchUpLine tool fundamentals 5:25 6.2 MB
Using the Line tool for 3D drawing 4:50 8.2 MB
Using the Rectangle tool 4:55 5.5 MB
Creating circles and polygons 3:33 3.3 MB
Creating arcs 3:46 3.7 MB
Pushing and pulling faces into 3D 8:11 12.4 MB
Using the Offset tool to create outlines 6:14 10.6 MB
Using the Follow Me tool 3:49 6.7 MB
Creating text 2:44 3.9 MB
Softening round edges 4:19 9.3 MB
Using construction tools to create guides 4:49 6 MB
Creating sections 1:31 3.6 MB
3. Organizing ScenesGrouping objects 4:54 11.7 MB
Creating components 6:37 13.3 MB
The Component window 5:51 7.3 MB
Working with layers 4:26 6.3 MB
Creating layers 4:31 6.8 MB
Using the Outliner 6:29 9.4 MB
Hiding and unhiding objects 4:22 7.5 MB
Locking and unlocking objects 1:44 2.1 MB
4. Creating Textures and MaterialsUsing the Materials palette on a Mac 1:50 2.4 MB
Applying materials 4:25 13.8 MB
Editing materials 4:22 10.9 MB
Creating materials 2:21 4.5 MB
Mapping images 3:39 8.1 MB
Applying bitmap images 2:21 3.6 MB
Mapping curved objects 4:13 8.3 MB
Projecting maps on curved objects 2:54 5 MB
5. Rendering and AnimationApplying styles 3:07 6.3 MB
Creating styles 6:57 15 MB
Outputting 2D bitmaps 3:51 6.8 MB
Basic animation 4:33 26.1 MB
Advanced animation 7:58 14.8 MB
6. Creating Terrain Using SandboxContours 6:15 11.6 MB
Creating terrain from scratch 2:56 3.8 MB
Sculpting with the Smoove tool 2:21 5.5 MB
Stamping and draping objects on terrain 5:54 21.3 MB
7. Photo Match and Google EarthUsing Photo Match to align cameras 6:56 16.4 MB
Modeling in Photo Match 5:54 10.1 MB
Exporting models to Google Earth 5:03 12.6 MB
ConclusionGoodbye 0:15 0.3 MB

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VTC Microsoft Visual Basic .NET 2008 Ebook

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Title: Microsoft Visual Basic .NET
Duration: 6 hrs / 87 lessons Microsoft Visual Basic has evolved throughout the years, but has steadily remained one of the most popular programming languages today. Visual Basic .NET is undoubtedly the most significant change to occur to Visual Basic yet. Significant new features include: unity of programming models, extension of the program to include mobile device capabilites, Performance Counters and Server Explorer, flashy new capabilities in Windows Forms, anchoring controls, opacity and transparency properties, and much more. In this six hour tutorial, Microsoft Certified Instructor Mark Long will introduce and expand upon Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and what users can do with it. Simply click one of the topics below to start learning today!
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Character Animation in 3D, : Use traditional drawing techniques to produce stunning CGI animation


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Character Animation in 3D
Based on 10 years of animation teaching experience, this comprehensive guide to key techniques will ensure your skills best fit the computer animation workplace. A complete understanding of the vital animation drawingexercise then applying these skills when using 3D animation packages.
Providing a broad coverage this book will be relevant whatever 3D package you use, Softimage XSI, Maya, 3ds max or LightWave. Just knowing and being able to use a specific 3D software package does not make you an animator, but reading this book will!
The Free CD-ROM includes; how to animate exercises in each specific 3d animation program; short moviesfree demo copy and discount
www.characteranimationin3d.com, provides further resources about the world of animation, extensive list of links, how to get a job, build a lightbox, make an animated movie and much more!
* Improve your 3D animation by understanding the key 2D skills
* Inspiring coverage for all that is needed to produce original, humorous and exciting animation
* Free CD-ROM with short movies relating to each chapter plus the computer models so you can create as you follow the book’s
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skills will be achieved by learning the pitfalls in a 2D showing best practice; computer models so you can experiment and learn; a code for the best 2D animation software you can buy, DigiCel FlipBook.





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Windows Vista Training Videos - Video Tutorials Chapters:
Installing and Upgrading Windows Vista
Duration: 29:40
In this video you’ll learn how to install Windows Vista on a new computer, as well as how to upgrade a Windows XP machine to Windows Vista. Finally we’ll cover how to install Windows Vista in a Dual Boot scenario so you can use both Windows XP and Vista and look at how to configure the Boot Loader using the bcdedit command in Windows Vista.
The Vista Interface
Duration: 45:18
Aero is the biggest visual change to Windows. In this video we’ll show you the Aero Interface and demonstrate the new features of Windows Vista, including the changes made to Windows Explorer and the new Search features.

Windows Defender
Duration: 17:20
In this video you’ll learn about Windows Defender, Microsoft’s anti-spyware software that comes included with Windows Vista.
Windows Firewall
Duration: 45:01
In this video you’ll see just how easy it is to configure the Windows Firewall to secure your Vista Computer. We also cover the Advanced Firewall interface where you’ll learn how to create your own Inbound and Outbound and Connection Security Rules.
Users and Groups
Duration: 39:55
Since every user on Vista needs a user account, in this video we cover how to create, delete and modify user accounts and groups. You’ll also learn how to do this from the command prompt and how to create and use a password reset disk to reset your password in case you forget it. In addition, we’ll show you how to change the local security policies to force users to use strong passwords.
Maintaining and Optimizing Windows Vista
Duration: 34:40
In this video you’ll learn about the new Performance and Reliability Monitor as well as new technologies like Windows ReadyBoost and other tips to ensure that Vista runs at its very best.
Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance
Duration: 40:03
Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance are 2 great tools provided in Windows Vista that allow you to connect to other computers in order to manage them. In this video you’ll find out how you can use these remote tools.
Sharing and Permissions
Duration: 1:05:56
In this video we’ll cover creating File and Folder Shares from both the GUI and the command line as well as an in depth discussion of File and Folder Permissions. You’ll also learn about Auditing, Taking Ownership and Effective Permissions.
Windows Event Log
Duration: 40:38
So much has changed in the new Vista Event Viewer that it deserves its own video. So in this video we’ll show you what has changed, why its better than ever before and how you can use the new features to help you manage and troubleshoot your local system and remote systems.
Windows Vista Sidebar
Duration: 22:05
In this video you’ll learn how the Windows Vista Sidebar works and how to add, configure and delete Gadgets. Then we’ll show you how to create your own Gadgets, configure custom settings and how to create a Flyout window for your gadget.
Windows Vista Mobile Computing
Duration: 35:04
Microsoft recognize that notebooks are more popular than ever and in Vista, they have introduced new features to help you maximize the performance of your notebook. In this video you’ll learn all about these new features including the Mobility Center and Offline Files.
Configuring Windows Vista Networking
Duration: 38:12
Vista supports a lot of networking technologies, such as Wireless networking, VPN’s, Dial-Up and good old Ethernet. In this video we’ll show you how to configure Vista to connect to these types of Networks.
Parental Controls
Duration: 23:15
In this video we’ll look at the Parental Controls feature in Windows Vista. This great new addition to Windows Vista will have most parents happy at the additional protection they can provide their child when they use the computer. Best of all, this fantastic new feature is extremely powerful, reliable and easy to use.
User Account Control
Duration: 14:41
Windows Vista is more secure thanks to a new feature called User Account Control. In this video we discuss what User Account Control is and how to configure it.
Configuring Windows Vista Applications
Duration: 37:07
Windows Contacts, Windows Mail, Windows Calender and Windows Meeting Space are included in Windows Vista to help you be productive. In this video we’ll show you how to use and configure these applications.
Backup and Restores
Duration: 36:17
In this video we’ll show you how to use Windows Backup to backup and restore files from your Vista Computer. We’ll also show you how to create a backup image which you can use to restore your computer to another computer in the event of a complete disaster. Finally we’ll show you how to use the System Restore Feature and Shadow Copies so you are truely covered if disaster strikes.
Internet Explorer 7
Duration: 44:36
In this video we’ll look at the latest version of Internet Explorer, version 7. We cover the new Tabbed Browsing, RSS, Security features, Parental Controls and more.
Printers
Duration: 37:27
In this video we’ll show you how to configure Printers on Windows Vista and you’ll learn about the new Microsoft XPS Document Format.
Windows Live OneCare
Duration: 28:36
As part of Microsoft’s security vision, they have released Windows Live OneCare - a suite of products designed to replace and improve on the already great features of Vista. This package includes AntiVirus, a Firewall, an improved Backup Program, Windows Defender and a PC tuning application. We’ll show you how to get Windows Live OneCare and how to install and configure it.
Remote Differential Compression
Duration: 7:16
Remote Differential Compression is a relatively new technology first introduced in Windows Server 2003 R2 and is now available in Windows Vista. In this video we’ll explain what it is and how it affects you.
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Next Gen Texturing Techniques 3DS Max

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In this demonstration the instructor starts off by explaining the very fundamentals of using Photoshop for texturing. From there he goes into depth on how to set up your high res and low res meshes for rendering Normal, AO, and other Maps. Once the scene and basics have been defined it’s on to the entire texturing process of the self contained scene. Everything from the Diffuse, to Spec, Normal, and even a little Emissive and Alpha Maps.
The Main textures created are a Concrete Texture set, Wood, Cloth, Grass, Ground, and Metal.
This video has almost 5 hours of teaching and demonstration that will serve as the ultimate texturing resource.

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We’re excited that Tim Clapham returns this term for a combination Cinema 4D and After Effects course. The classes will be project based, with each project covering several weeks of classes. Clapham will start out by building elements and rendering imagery in Cinema 4D and then taking the results into After Effects for final finessing. Even if you’re a motion graphics designer who doesn’t use Cinema 4D, you’ll still get a ton of great tips and tricks out of the course.
Clapham owns and runs his own Motion Graphics and animation company, www.HYPA.tv, which is based in Brighton, UK.

Class 1 & 2: Vector Style Rendering and Multipass Rendering. The first week will use MoGraph to create some skyscraper type buildings and distribute them around the scene. Using Multipass light render passes and exporting Camera and Null data for use in After Effects. The second week will look at compositing the light passes in After Effects and adding in 3D layers. This will also make use of Object Buffers and a Depth Pass.
Multipart Class (number TBD):FXPHD Logo Animation. Create a 5 - 10 second logo reveal for the FXPHD ‘this week @ phd’ broadcast that John Montgomery creates each week. We will create the animation in Cinema4D and complete the compositing in After Effects. Several student animations could be chosen and used in the weekly broadcast.
Multipart Class (number TBD):Trails and Sweeps. Taking a live action green screen shot, we will key the shot and create some tracking data. Using the tracking data we will add some trail effects to the live action. Then composite them together with a custom designed environment.
Multipart Class (number TBD):3D Composite in Live Action. Take a ready tracked 3D shot in to Cinema4D and add some animated 3D graphical elements. This will include an example of flocking techniques. We will render out various passes and composite them in After Effects.
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Desp:Adobe Photoshop Advanced Artistry II, is a course designed for professional designers and photographers who use Adobe Photoshop CS2. The course is designed to showcase cutting-edge creative techniques in many artistic disciplines such as digital imaging, color correction and manipulation, photo retouching, advanced production techniques and other popular graphic effects. This practical step-by-step tutorial by certified Photoshop Trainer Rita Amladi, is guaranteed to raise your knowledge level, and it will inspire you to apply these successful techniques in your own projects right away. In addition, several “Mini-Tutorials” shed light on key concepts and tools covered in each section. An entire section is devoted to teaching you about color management, which will ensure that you get the best possible results on screen and when printed. Work files are provided. To begin learning more, simply click on one of the Adobe Photoshop Advanced Artistry II movie links.

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Total Training For Adobe After Effects CS3 Essevtials

Title: Adobe After Effects CS3 Essentials
Category: Multimedia & Video
Presenter: Ko Maruyama
Platform: Windows & MAC OS
Format: DVD-ROM & Online
Running Time: 9.17 Hrs, 2 DVDs
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Project Files: Included
Description:
Discover the world of animation with After Effects CS3 Essentials. Hosted by professional animator Ko Maruyama, these training videos focus on new features and essential tools including Shape Layers, the Puppet Tool and Brainstorm. You’ll also learn how to use many of the new effects found in After Effects CS3 as well as how to import Photoshop Layer Styles. Learn the tricks you need to get on your way to producing high-end animations.

Highlights
Learn how to create and animate graphics with new Shape Layers.
Find out how you can bring your animation to life with the new Puppet Tool.
Conjure up some suggested variants in your animations with the new Brainstorm user interface.
Discover how to master some of the new Effects in After Effects CS3.
Experience a streamlined workflow as you learn how to import your existing Photoshop layers.
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