3ds Max Tutorials — Effects

In this 2 part video tutorial we will create a cracked egg by letting it get hit with a bullet.

In this tutorial you will learn how to use particles systems with FumeFX and Krakatoa to create a very cool looking Ink dispersion effect inside of 3ds Max. Then, once the effect has been created and rendered, you will also learn a couple of neat compositing tricks to create the final video in After Effects.

Create a simple “Ashing” effect using 3DSMax’s Particle Flow. This effect used in many movies such as Blade or IronMan.

In this tutorial, you will model, light and texture some simple 3D text inside of 3dsmax. Then, using Particle Flow, the built-in particle system, along with the FumeFX plugin, you will simulate some convincing looking smoke to add a visual interest to your otherwise run of the mill 3D text .

As you may know, when you get a grasp on particles in CG, the possibilities of what you can accomplish are nearly limitless. In this 3ds Max based Particle Flow tutorial, you will learn an easy method of dispersing a logo into particles using materials.

Learn how to create and animate rocket flames in 3D Studio Max. Setup the animation so the effect is fully automatic, allowing you to get on with the main vehicle animation. This technique can be translated to any 3D software and can be used for many different flame effects.

This tutorial will show you how to create a interesting impossible objects and optical illusions using 3ds Max for this purpose.

Take a look at this tutorial by Hani Mohammadi to see the process used to create depth of field in 3ds Max and Photoshop.

In this tutorial i will show you how to make some of those cool Vista type of wall papers in 3ds max

Creating Realistic Clouds with 3dsmax's particle system.