Tutorials unique approach of this book allows readers to learn essential techniques that every 3D artist needs to create CG environments by creating earth elements earth, air fire, and water. Draper studying the real world and then simulate with 3ds Max-a unique approach that reflects the classical art training. "Deconstruction element" allows artists to create natural effects using Autodesk 3ds Max. Companion website includes all the tutorials from the two previous editions, only available to buyers from the 3rd edition - plus all the new tutorials from the current edition. Mark Gerhard, M & E Engineer Applications, Imaginit Technologies, USA. - Draper is an award winning renowned Max, this year was nominated for the Autodesk Masters Award Max 2007 (at SIGGRAPH). - Official Autodesk Max Techniques book: co-published by Autodesk Media and Entertainment. - Equipped with 4-color illustrations that direct and inspire the reader - this book got rave reviews both online and in the magazine industry, but also recommended reading for university courses some CG. - 3 books in one - all previous editions are now available to buyers of this edition, with a new companion Web site that offers all the tutorials from the two previous editions, plus 6 hours of video tutorials.