The Celestial Motherload!

26 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

Just like the title says, it’s the motherload of things celestial. It’s a great resource for 3D modeling and texturing of planets, solar systems, sci-fi, Nebuli (I think I just made that word up) etc. http://www.celestiamotherlode.net/

PSD in RL

23 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

Photoshop from the screen to the studio.

Here are few music videos that are pretty cool to look at… even if you don’t like the music.

Design By The Book

18 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

Design Sponge has released a reality show about design. The series will follow the creative process of designers.

Gmail Video Chat vs. Skype

12 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

It was only a matter of time before Gmail integrated video chat.

http://www.webmonkey.com/blog/Google_Chases_Skype_With_New_Gmail_Video_Chat

3D Studio Project

4 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

The culminating project in VC&D 2815 will require a project proposal from the following categories;

Technical Illustration or Animation: Tools, Machines & Technology; exploded view or product simulation

Instructional/Education Animation: Medical, Historical, Scientific & Technical

Architectural Visualization: Interior or Exterior

Product Illustration: Package, Product, Transportation, Proof of Concept

Logo, Title & Bumper: Intro, Identity & Promotional

Be prepared to find a minimum of 3 influences and references. You will need to present preproduction of concept and strategy in the form of a script, thumbnail or storyboard.

Car Modeling w/ Cinema 4D

4 Nov 2008 In: Uncategorized

For those of you pushing your Cinema 4D car modeling to the next level. Here is an interesting workflow at 4x speed. The YouTube video shows Cinema 4D 9 but you get the idea.

I am a sucker for big robots stomping through a city. Throw in a little stop-motion with a happy ending and I’ll give it a thumbs-up every time.

VC&D Spring09 Schedule

The snow has not even started to fly for winter and we are already planning spring. You can find the VC&D Spring09 schedule here. If you have any questions or need any direct counseling, feel free to contact me.

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