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Steven Till

About Steven:

Steven holds a diverse background in the creative field ranging from music composition to multimedia design and animation. A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh’s computer animation program and the American Intercontinental University’s BFA program, Steven has worked on such notable projects as the highly interactive planetarium show “Grey Matters: The Brain Project” and the innovative Hollywood film Quantum Project starring Stephen Dorff, Fay Masterson and John Cleese.

Currently, Steven teaches at the International Academy of Design and Technology in Pittsburgh, PA where he instructs his students in multimedia design and 2D/3D computer animation. In his spare time, he works as the acting Animation Supervisor for the newly formed Pittsburgh-based design studio TONeR WOODS Productions (www.tonerwoods.com.)



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Behind Exploring 3D Modeling with 3D Studio Max:

At first glance, this book might appear to be very similar to other technical books currently on the market, but if you take a closer look, you’ll notice that this book strives to do one thing that many other books fail to do…use language that doesn’t immediately confuse and frustrate the reader. I like to consider myself a designer who can wear many hats. In today’s economic climate, a lot of companies are turning to freelance artists to fulfill their design needs. Artists are now being required to wear more hats or fill more shoes.

I wrote this book with those designers in mind. In order to get a jump start in 3D design and illustration, it’s much easier (and less intimidating) to pick up a small 300 page book than a mammoth 800+ page technical manual. By using a simplified approach and using analogies that designers would understand, the concepts can be digested a little easier. This book is a perfect starting point for those individuals who have an interest in 3D art and want to begin the process of mastering this truly unique and beautiful craft.

Exploring 3D Modeling with 3DS Max offers simple and concise exercises that demonstrate core concepts, as well as dynamic, industry-relevant projects that are sure to please. The accompanying CD-ROM includes video tutorials for chapter exercises as well as goodies like free textures. Whether you are a student, or a professional designer already in the industry, it is my hope that you find the information contained in these pages both engaging and entertaining. After all, learning should be fun. -Steven Till

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