3dtutorial.com Announces New Training Release for SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.5.x

The latest training release from 3dtutorial.com provides SOFTIMAGE|XSI users with project based desktop video training focusing on the SOFTIMAGE|XSI 5.x particle system.

Westfield, NJ - December 27, 2005 - 3dtutorial.com today announced the availability of the long awaited XSI - Particles in Practice by leading XSI Guru and post-production expert Homam Bahnassi, the latest release from 3dtutorial.com the pioneer of professional learning material for SOFTIMAGE|XSI.

"XSI - Particles in Practice" includes 18 video lectures over 3 modules, providing 6 hours of real world project-based, example driven training and takes you step-by-step through XSI's powerful particle tools. Ideal for anyone looking to incorporate innovative particle effects as a part of their creative workflow. "XSI - Particles in Practice" provides a hands-on approach to learning the possibilities and use of the native XSI particle system and tool set.

Topics include:

Particle System Overview - 8:57
This lecture will introduce you to all the parts that make up the XSI particle system.

Creating Particle Systems - 22:14
This lecture will show you how to use and generate particle effects.

The Torch Fire Effect - 20:19
In this lecture you will learn how to create the burning fire of a torch using the XSI particle system.

The Thick Smoke Effect - 11:06
In this lecture you will learn how to create a cool thick smoke effect.

The Twisted Logo Effect - 16:58
In this lecture you will be introduced to particle goals and forces.

The Blood Spatter Effect - 23:41
In this lecture you will learn how to kill the Jaiqua character that comes with XSI by shooting her in the head with a bullet and blowing her brains out! (poor Jaiqua).

The Melting Trails Effect - 18:24
In this lecture you will learn how to create cool trailing particle effects generated from an animated character.

The Boiling Oil Effect - 24:49
In this lecture you will learn how to vanquish your enemies by creating a vat of boiling oil that you can dump on them from atop your castle wall....burn them!!!

The Fluid Op - "Shrek Juice" - 21:31
In this lecture you will be introduced to the fluid op and you will learn how to prepare a delicious libation -- well that is, if you are an ogre!

Animated Leaves - 18:24
In this lecture you will learn how to create one of our most requested effects, leaves for a tree that can change color and blow away in the wind using particles -- very cool and very useful.

Particle NPR Effects - 16:10
In this lecture you will learn how to create a cool non-photorealistic rendered effect using particles, very useful.

The Volcano Effect - 24:02
In this lecture you will learn how to create another the most requested effects by clients - A Volcano.

Flocking / School of Fish - 16:28
In this lecture you will learn how you can create convincing flocking effects simply using XSI particles - Fast and very useful.

The Burning Tree Effect - 20:42
In this lecture you will learn how to set a tree on fire and how to make it travel across the surface - no prior pyromania experience necessary.

The Twister / Tornado Effect - 29:47
In this lecture you will learn how to create a cool tornado effect. This is another of the most requested particle effects by clients and the sky is the limit as to how far you can take it.

Scripted Events / Machine Gun Bullets - 27:19
In this lecture you will learn how scripted events can be used to extend particle effects such as creating machine gun fire that can interact with surfaces, cool stuff!

Scripted Ops / Water Splashes - 27:19
In this lecture you will learn how to make particles interact with other simulations such as soft/rigid bodies.

Creating Custom Particle Ops - 12:47
In this lesson you will learn more about the cool things you can do by creating custom particle ops and you will see that with a little scripting the XSI particle system is capable of some very powerful effects.

XSI - Particles in Practice" provides fun, real world projects designed to increase your knowledge of the XSI particle system and the tools to increase your production output with time-saving tricks and tips from the experts.

Joseph R. Saltzman, Founder & Director of 3dtutorial.com says "XSI - Particles in Practice by Homam Bahnassi will provide you with the knowledge necessary to use the XSI 5.x particle system effectively. In this series we've provided real world examples that will not only help you to learn the important particle system concepts quickly but will also help you to earn because we've chosen to include the most often requested particle effects asked for by clients and students alike. These effects are a great starting point for deeper exploration of the particle system and like money in the bank for the repertoire of any animator or digital content producer."

For a full course outline and pricing details regarding "XSI - Particles in Practice" visit the products page at: http://www.3dtutorial.com/xsi.php?detail=51

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