How 2 start?

[Signal2Noise]

OMFG:rolleyes:

Here we go....


1. Read the <expletive deleted> manuals.
2. Do the <expletive deleted> tutorials.
3. Search the <expletive deleted> web.
4. <expletive deleted> practice.
5. Then come here and ask intelligent questions!

Hope this helps. Seriously.

It still amazes me on how many people buy (giving benefit of doubt here) these rather expensive programs without any idea on how to use them:shrug:

[EricChadwick]

Tutorials. Manuals. Help file.

[andym2001ok]

Originally posted by Signal to Noise
OMFG:rolleyes:

Here we go....


1. Read the <expletive deleted> manuals.
2. Do the <expletive deleted> tutorials.
3. Search the <expletive deleted> web.
4. <expletive deleted> practice.
5. Then come here and ask intelligent questions!

Hope this helps. Seriously.

It still amazes me on how many people buy (giving benefit of doubt here) these rather expensive programs without any idea on how to use them:shrug:

Dude, you <expletive deleted> stole the words right out of my <expletive deleted> mouth :beer:

[Signal2Noise]

:thumbsup:

[EricChadwick]

You guys are way too bitter. Yeah, sounds like a dumb question, but a noob has to start somewhere.

[2one]

Haha,

thx m8te. At least some1 hold 2 a newbie :wavey: . Anyway i know it's a stupid question, but 2 satisfy my ego i had 2 ask it, otherwise i would always ask myself, just ask the skilled 1 for the right way, ya know like matrix thing, i'm gonna open the door, but need some1 2 show me the path hehe :rolleyes: .



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2one

[MFreywald]

This to me is one of those 'acquired' copy's of max questions. Cause no one in thier right mind is gonna spend close to 4k on a program they know nothing about or even where to start finding out 'how to start'. Even when I long long ago 'acquired' my first copy of 3d studio R2 (dos). I knew, or should I say had the drive to find the answers in books, fiddling with and just plain giving it to my friends and drawing info from each other. I dont wanna sound calous...oh hell, yes I do.. This is like asking an artist, "how do I become like you?" The answer is most likely gonna be something like, "well, pick up a pencil, draw what comes to mind and if it looks good then your already starting".

[andym2001ok]

Yep, back when I "aquired" my copy of Max 3, I at least read those wonderful tutorials that explained to me the program and its interface. Finally after a year of using it and saving I finally had the courage to order the program and I can tell you that it was the best investment I ever made besides for getting my pc.

[ThE-BirD]

http://sv1.3dbuzz.com/vbforum/uunr_tr.php

Definately start with the manual and tutorials but this could also help get you up and running;)

[EricChadwick]

The poster could be using warez, or the kid could be using someone else's copy, like an educational version (school/college lab).

I rarely jump to the conclusion anymore that a noob query must be using warez. There are many other ways to get max legally other than buying it straight out... 30-day demo, educational license, dealer access, friend's house, etc.

Besides, I've seen warez copies of max, and they do come with the full help files, although I can't remember if they come with the tutorial examples or not.

All I'm saying is, it isn't worth the angst. It's more likely the kid doesn't know how to ask questions the smart way (http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html).

My 2 cents.

[MFreywald]

Originally posted by Bart - GPLEA
Must be nice to have enough time to write stuff like this! :arteest:

It is...

[2one]

Hi again,

i'm glad 2 see that my postin get lots of attention :wavey: but anyway as i said i'm pretty new, and i appreciate it that even such a skilled forum like CG does help nubs. Maybe some guys doesn't but i understand that. Just past part II of my new 3dmax5 book. Hope 2 post some models here soon. :shrug:


L8er.

2one

[Signal2Noise]

2one, which book did you get? How did you do with the tutorials that came with max? We look forward to your image posts. I'm glad you're running along smoothly with your software purchase.

Seriously.

[2one]

Hi there,

i'm runnin through this book here: http://www.amazon.de/exec/obidos/ASIN/0764537032/qid=1049402429/sr=2-5/ref=sr_aps_prod_5_2/028-5265152-1144523. It's pretty good. I also hope 2 get some pictures as soon as possible, as every1 of ya i've tons of ideas, but no skill 2 make it in max :p . But i hope i'm gonna get the hang very soon. You should now i am primary learnin Flash. Max is only secondary.



Gotta go sleep now.


L8er.

[Silmar]

This is an excellent source http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1564440176/qid=1049404780/sr=8-2/ref=sr_8_2/102-8723973-6760116?v=glance&s=books&n=507846 as is this http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0735713189/qid=1049404780/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_1/102-8723973-6760116?v=glance&s=books&n=507846

[gaggle]

Originally posted by posm
how to ask questions the smart way (http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html).Whoa, kickass link :thumbsup:

[EricChadwick]

Yeah, everyone should read that one. Would save a lot of hassle. A lot of great stuff in there.

[MFreywald]

Wow, thanks Posm. I'm bookmarking that and sending it to anyone on IRC that asks a stupid question. I'll probably have to make an alias for it due to use.

[hunter7338]

Hi, even Signal to Noise first post sound a little rude :rolleyes:, I think thats the best way to learn Max 2one, and the max´s tutorials are very good indeed and they have a very good order.

Don´t make random web tutorials about effects and things like that

Just be patient and practice a lotttt !


welcome to the team anyway :beer:


Hope to see your work soon around here !



cocoon

[Signal2Noise]

Cocoon, with a question like 2one's my response is meant to be rude. At least I personally deleted my "choice" expletives in advance of responding:)

We do strive to keep CgT with a 'GA' rating ;)

[EricChadwick]

As far as I can tell, the only thing that rude posts do is vent steam and inflate egos.

[hunter7338]

Thats true, :applause:







:cool: cocoon

[Signal2Noise]

Yup. I agree. My built-up anger has been been vented (for another month, anyway) and I know I'm pretty darn good looking. ;)

[2one]

Icic,

well i started 2 study 3d visual movie thing in a german University some months ago, just bought a student version and a book 2 try learning it as fast and as good as i can.



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2one :bounce:

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