Updated to demonstrate production techniques suitable for any version of 3ds Max, this new edition is co-published by Autodesk Media and Entertainment, and includes new tutorials on entering the earth's atmosphere, glaciers, lava eruptions and a view of the Badlands. Inspirational color images cover every page of the book as the author shares professional techniques and workflow processes. companion DVD contains all the required tutorial media and more than 6 hours of video tutorials. User level: Intermediate and advanced Realistic effects without plug-ins! Tutorial lessons demonstrate professional techniques and workflow processes.