Introduction to XSI, 2nd Edition (e-download)
A project-driven guide to learning XSI

$45.99

Software: XSI 5.1 Foundation* or higher
Run Time: 6 hrs. 46 min.
Availability: Instant download
File Size: 1.17 GB

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Easily learn Modeling, Texturing, UV Mapping, Animation and Rendering in XSI. Contains over 6.5 hours of project-based training. Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists.

Popular highlights include:

* Polygon Modeling
* Extruding Faces
* Extruding Edges
* Merging Polygons
* Rotoscopes
* UV Layout
* Textures
* Texture Layer Editor
* Materials
* Parenting
* Cycle Curves
* Animation Editor
* Path Animation
* Keyframing
* Smoke Effects with Particles
* Render Tree
* Shader Networks
* mental ray
* Keying Panel
* Environment Setup
* Operator Stack

* XSI Essentials and higher is recommended for several lessons. Please see the outline.

Lesson Outline:

CD 1 - Essentials

1. Introduction and project overview 2:08
2. Setting up your project 3:16
3. Controlling and customizing the XSI camera 5:29
4. Using Display Modes in XSI 6:41
5. Using the Transform Menu 7:34
6. Using the advanced features of the Transform Menu 7:22
7. Adjusting object's center points 4:30
8. Selecting and manipulating an object's Components 8:31
9. Working with materials in XSI 7:11
10. Using the Render Region Tool 5:38
11. Using XSI's layer controls 4:25
12. Parenting and hierarchies in XSI 6:59
13. Using and customizing the XSI shelf 4:14
14. Using the XSI Operator Stack 4:43
15. UV Layout in XSI 9:34

CD 2 - Modeling

1. Setting up Rotoscopes in XSI 8:43
2. Modifying the jet engine geometry 7:36
3. Creating the fan blades for the jet engine 6:56
4. Using Navigation Undo and storing camera positions 3:40
5. Building the engine nozzle (part 1) 6:26
6. Building the engine nozzle (part 2) 10:35
7. Creating and duplicating the hoses at the back of the engine 8:35
8. Building the front fender of the Jetbike (part 1) 12:07
9. Building the front fender of the Jetbike ( part 2) 7:38
10. Building the front fender of the Jetbike ( part 3) 7:13
11. Modeling the central harness of the Jetbike 14:49
12. Modeling the Jetbike's fuel tank 8:25
13. Fashioning the Jetbike's seat support 8:57
14. Creating the seat cushions 6:13
15. Building the Directional Thrusters on the side of the engine 9:35
16. Creating the Jetbike's handlebars 11:50
17. Creating windshield and other final pieces 5:52

CD 3 - Texturing

1. Organizing and renaming objects in your scene 5:56
2. Assigning and sharing materials in XSI 4:42
3. Controlling reflection and refraction of materials 8:46
4. Assigning Texture Supports and creating UV Stamp 8:57
5. Importing Photoshop texture into XSI 7:57
6. Creating UV layout for the Jetbike's front fender 5:07
7. Using the Render Tree to layer multiple textures 11:30
8. Using the Texture Layer Editor as an alternative to the Render Tree (requires XSI Essentials and higher) 6:04
9. Assigning Glows to objects 5:56
10. Exploring Lights in XSI (part 1) 10:17
11. Exploring Lights in XSI (part 2) 3:15
12. Getting familiar with shadows and shadow types in XSI 10:24
13. Building an outdoor light setup for the Jetbike 6:57

CD 4 - Animation / Bonus Lessons

1. Using Clusters in XSI 5:35
2. Using the Parameter Connection Editor to create Linked Keys 6:09
3. Setting and manipulating keyframes in XSI 8:58
4. Using the Animation Editor and the Keying Panel 7:18
5. Creating and modifying cycle curves in XSI 5:48
6. Creating and enveloping a skeleton in XSI 6:41
7. Creating an animation path in XSI 7:57
8. Setting the options for your final rendered sequence 10:38
9. Bonus lesson: Using the Render Tree to make a color-shifting paint job 6:48
10. Bonus lesson: Using XSI's particles to create a smoke trail behind the Jetbike 10:26
Total Run Time: 6:45:58

Specifications
Item #: XSB-027-ED
Software Requirement: XSI 5.1 Foundation* or higher
Run Time: 6 hrs. 46 min.
Format: E-Download
Platform: Mac / PC
Availability: Instant download
File Size: 1.17 GB
Weight: 0.45 lbs