Model a vase, for beginners

This modeling tutorial for beginners further demonstrates how to use polygon modeling to generate a subdivision surface object resembling a vase type object. It helps to give a sense for how Design 3D approaches the manipulation of polygons, in addition to showing how active grids help to control the modeling process.
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Model, UV map and apply a bitmap label to a wristband type object

This modeling, UV mapping, and texturing tutorial shows how to model a simple wristband type object using polygon modeling and subdivision surfaces. It then walks through the process of UV mapping it so a texture can be applied in a controlled and precise manner.
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Model a bowl, for beginners

This tutorial is for people new to Design 3D and 3D in general, who want to get a glimpse into what the subdivision surface technology is. It walks through some basic polygon modeling operations in order to set up a polygon mesh that can be subdivided.
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Working with Direct and Indirect light

This tutorial is designed for those new to Design 3D who want to know the difference between direct and indirect diffuse illumination. It also shows how to control parameters which influence these lighting types in Render dialog. It specifically looks at the Lighting, Shadow and Detail panels, covering Raydiosity Bounces, Cache Hits, Adaptive Shadow Sampling, and Anti-Aliasing parameters as they relate to direct and indirect illumination.
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Specularity on Metals, primary and secondary smoothness

This texturing tutorial shows how to use the Primary Mix Ratio to use two specular components on metallic surfaces. This allows materials with no diffuse component to interact with direct light sources.
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