Introduction to the Render Tree

What is covered in this training product?

In this training series we will be starting out with learning what shaders are and how to create shader networks using Softimage’s powerful Render Tree system. These basics will lead the way to creating more advanced shader networks that allow us to create many different materials. After learning all the basics of the Render Tree, we will exploit all of the powerful tools in Softimage in order to surface and shade several different projects.

You will create many different materials and learn what many of the shaders in Softimage do, all the while learning special techniques that are normally learned from years of surfacing and shading experience. You will be shown techniques that emphasize speed, efficiency, and ease. This training product includes all project files and assets needed to follow along with the instructor. Project files require Softimage 6.5.

NOTE: This product is available as a download only.
            Includes all project files, scenes, and assets.

Total Running Time: 5 hours

Video Breakdown:

•    00 Intro Video
•    01 Project Manager
•    02 Overview Interface
•    03 Intro Materials Shaders
•    04 Tools for Materials
•    05 Applying Materials Shaders
•    06 Intro Shading Models
•    07 Desert Part 01
•    08 Desert Part 02
•    09 Desert Part 03
•    10 Kill House Part 01
•    11 Kill House Part 02
•    12 Kill House Part 03
•    13 Architectural Part 01
•    14 Architectural Part 02
•    15 Architectural Part 03
•    16 Jelly Fish Part 01
•    17 Jelly Fish Part 02
•    18 Conclusion