February 2010 Archives

Architectural Visualization 3ds Max Tutorials #17: Setting Up a Background Image

Artist: Matt Sibley

Posted in: 3dtotal

Setting up a camera to match a photograph in 3D space can be a daunting task for anyone if you don't know how to go about it correctly. In this tutorial I will demonstrate a real simple way of matching a camera in 3D studio max to a photograph background for easy compositing.

Before going in to the tutorial I am going to assume to know the basics of Photoshop 3D Studio Max and Perspectives.

With the technology that is available today and the vast list of available 3d softwares available in the market, it is very possible to create realistic environments where our imagination is our only limit, creating creatures and objects that thrive in those computer generated surroundings.  Creating these 3d models and sculptures using the computer requires talent and skill.  It also involves practice and a lot of patience to further perfect the art.



Hongkiat created a list of 21 realistic 3d character models found on the net.  Below are 10 of the 3d CG (Computer Generated) Character Models from that list that really stood out for me.