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Introduction to Poser 8

Introduction to Poser 8

Learn Smith Micro Poser 8

Using Smith Micro Poser, you’ll learn the features and workflow that the pros use. In a simple step-by-step, plain English approach, Stephen will show you exactly what you need to know.

Even if you have no prior experience, this video will teach you what you need to know to create stunning artwork in Poser 8. (Also covers the new interface of Poser 2010). This PhotoshopCAFE training video shows you how to pose a character, apply clothing and accessories, lighting, rendering and much more. You will import to Photoshop and integrate it into a scene. This DVD will also address the concept of posing characters into a visual story line.

This fast loading DVD ROM contains sharp wide-screen video. The advanced interface allows the user to instantly jump to any of the 23 lessons with complete control over the playback. All the lesson files are included, so you can follow along at your own pace!

If you’ve ever dreamed of easily creating 3D characters to integrate with your 2D or 3D artwork this is the video for you!

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Description

Blue mannequin figure in a T pose in the Poser 8 interface, the course introduction

Introduction to the DVD

View the introduction as to the motive of the lessons in this DVD.

Close up of the blue Poser 8 mannequin figure with arms outstretched

Poser 8 Overview

Take a tour of the new Poser 8 interface. Get oriented quickly.

Close up of the mannequin's hip joints in the Poser 8 3D view while navigating

Navigating the 3D Interface

Learn how to navigate the Poser 8 interface in 3D space.

Poser 8 interface with the blue mannequin seen from behind, selecting body parts

Selecting individual components on the character

Learn to quickly select and pose individual body within 3D space.

Poser 8 multiple camera views of the mannequin's torso, head and arm

Setting up the 3D visual components

You will learn how to change the visual components on each 3D character to assist you in setting up your scene.

Blue mannequin in a dynamic leaping pose on the Poser 8 3D grid

Posing your Character

Learn how to use the many tools to pose your character

Shaded mannequin lit by a spotlight in Poser 8, from the lighting lesson

Creating and setting lighting

Understanding the different type of light sources and how to apply and control them.

Poser 8 library panel listing figures including James G2, for building custom libraries

Setting up Custom libraries and importing 3D models

Learn how to custom create libraries to place imported models and other assets.

Poser 8 male and female figures with skin and clothing materials applied

Applying Cloths to your characters

Learn the functionality of the clothing panel and how to apply any garment to your models.

IBL (image Based Lighting) Lighting

Two Poser 8 figures shaking hands seen from four camera angles

Workflow for setting up your scene for an IBL environment.

Learn how to set up your scene to be conducive for an IBL lighting feature by creating a photographic backdrop to tell a story.

Photo of stone ruins set as the Poser 8 background for image based lighting

Pose your character in the desired backdrop

Now that you have created a backdrop learn how to pose your character to interact within the scene.

Poser 8 female figure sitting in front of a photo of stone ruins

Working with multiple cameras and applying IBL

Learn how to effectively work with multiple cameras. Next you will see how to apply photographic imagery as an IBL light source.

Close up of the Poser 8 woman posed against the ruins photo with matched cameraPoser 8 woman sitting on a rock among the ruins with matched lighting

Setting up lighting to match a photographic scene.

Learn how to navigate and adjust your light sources to match the lighting on a photographic background.

Poser 8 scene with a seated woman and a standing man added among the ruins

Adding additional characters into your scene

Use additional characters to complete the vision of your concept

Poser 8 Texture Room showing a face texture map and material settings

Working in the Texture Room

Understand how to quickly modify texture through the use of the Texture Room.

Action illustration of armed figures crashing through a glass skylight, a posing inspirationPoser 8 male figure posed mid leap from a low camera anglePoser 8 male figure in a leaping pose with rotation handles shownPoser 8 interface with the male figure in a high kick pose

How to use inspirational sources to Pose

A quick discussion on where to get inspirations for posing and how to match them using the posing tools.

Close up of a Poser 8 male face with an angry expression from a face morphBlue Poser 8 mannequin with rotation rings, applying a body morph and pose

Altering the body type of you character

Learn how to apply body morphs and poses to match the character in your story.

Exported Poser 8 texture files and a transparent figure render ready for Photoshop

Exporting Poser 3D objects into Photoshop

Learn how to export your Poser characters so that Potoshop’s 3D layers will cleanly accept them.

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Introduction to Poser 8 box by Stephen Burns with a blue mannequin figure
A course by Stephen Burns
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