Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0955153034 ISBN 13: 9780955153037

Publisher: 3dtotal Publishing, 2011

Synopsis

Whatever 3D software artists use, Photoshop remains a key tool throughout the production pipeline. The techniques presented in Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 are intended to show how 2D techniques can be seamlessly blended into the 3D production pipeline, resulting in a high quality image and a versatile and streamlined workflow. The book offers artists the chance to learn from a variety of top professionals, such as Andrzej Sykut, Fabio M. Ragonha, and Zoltan Korcsok, who willingly share the tips and tricks that they have developed over years of working in the 3D industry.

The tutorials in Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 cover a variety of different subjects, from the initial concept stage through to post-production. Previz and concepts are explored, showing the advantages of using Photoshop to plan and visualize projects. Combining library images in Photoshop to create custom textures is also featured, as well as how Photoshop can be used as an efficient alternative to lengthy render tests by focusing on compositing passes, adding particle effects, and improving light and color adjustments. These post-production techniques are becoming increasingly popular within the industry as Photoshop becomes a more powerful and time-saving tool, enabling almost every 3D artist to enhance their final renders.

With the expertise of individual contributors, the clearly written tutorials, and work-in-progress images, Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 is a timeless resource for veteran and beginner artists alike.

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Review

"3DTotal’s latest book provides an attractive, in-depth guide to skills that will prove essential to any 3D artist, says Fernando Caire" -- CG Channel

"Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 presents a variety of insightful approaches to accentuating details and realism in digital creations. The techniques involved offer a guide to understanding how 2D and 3D elements can be fused together to create beautiful imagery and a higher quality of work." -- Julianna Kolakis

"This is a fantastic book for every digital artist, which shows how easy and productive it is to blend 2D and 3D graphics." -- Marek Denko

"Since I started working in CG I’ve been looking for a book that teaches everything a 3D artist needs to know about Photoshop and drawing techniques, and this book does that perfectly and even more. I’m learning new things from every chapter. This is a must-have for every professional or student who wants to be a 3D artist." -- Rafael Grassetti

"Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 includes great examples by amazing artists that show us how to create our own concepts, improve our photo or painted textures, edit our renders by using layers and add effects to our image to create spectacular results. The opportunity to improve your image in Photoshop is infinite, and this book is the perfect guide to help you do it.” -- Rebeca Puebla

"3DTotal’s latest book provides an attractive, in-depth guide to skills that will prove essential to any 3D artist, says Fernando Caire" -- CG Channel

"Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 presents a variety of insightful approaches to accentuating details and realism in digital creations. The techniques involved offer a guide to understanding how 2D and 3D elements can be fused together to create beautiful imagery and a higher quality of work." -- Julianna Kolakis

"This is a fantastic book for every digital artist, which shows how easy and productive it is to blend 2D and 3D graphics." -- Marek Denko

"Since I started working in CG I’ve been looking for a book that teaches everything a 3D artist needs to know about Photoshop and drawing techniques, and this book does that perfectly and even more. I’m learning new things from every chapter. This is a must-have for every professional or student who wants to be a 3D artist." -- Rafael Grassetti

"Photoshop for 3D Artists: Volume 1 includes great examples by amazing artists that show us how to create our own concepts, improve our photo or painted textures, edit our renders by using layers and add effects to our image to create spectacular results. The opportunity to improve your image in Photoshop is infinite, and this book is the perfect guide to help you do it.” -- Rebeca Puebla

About this edition

• Publisher: 3dtotal Publishing
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0955153034
• ISBN 13: 9780955153037
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224
• Editor: 3DTotal