| 3D computer animation software refers to | | | | Another classification of 3D package is the |
| programs used to make computer generated, | | | | commercial source. These sources are sold |
| three dimensional images. There are many stages | | | | depending on the quality and features of the |
| that animation studios utilize to make 3D models | | | | package. The prices vary from the cheapest to |
| for games and even in films. If you are just | | | | the most expensive packages. One program |
| starting to learn 3D animation, having one | | | | under the commercial source is the 3D Max, also |
| software package is enough to start learning. | | | | known as the 3D Studio Max. When it comes to |
| Remember that 3D animation is a very complex | | | | the video game industry, this program is the |
| task, and it is time consuming and indistinctive. | | | | most popular software available. 3D Max can be |
| Thus, you have to use a book as reference or | | | | used for visualization of architectural designs since |
| ask an expert if you want to learn more. Most | | | | it is compatible with AutoCAD. Cinema 4D is |
| packages sold come with learning tools. There are | | | | another package that is cheaper than the other |
| also free editions made for studying and gaining | | | | software because of the simplicity of its |
| personal knowledge. | | | | configuration. It is known to be an artist-friendly |
| There are two classifications of 3D packages. One | | | | software. It avoids the complex nature of other |
| is the non-commercial source or what is called an | | | | technical packages. It also has a low cost because |
| open-source. Open sources means that the | | | | of the basic functions of its structure. Additionally, |
| sources can be downloaded for free. One | | | | Form-Z is a three dimensional modeler. It is |
| commercial program under the non-commercial | | | | designed mainly for modeling but it can also |
| source is called Blender. It is a free program for | | | | perform some rendering features. Most of the |
| cartooning, modeling, texture quality, and | | | | users of form-Z are architects and interior |
| rendering. Blender offers features that are | | | | designers. |
| comparable to high-level and middle range 3D | | | | There is a lot of software available now, but you |
| animation. Blender also has advanced features. It | | | | should remember that software is only a |
| can export and import different file formats. | | | | temporary tool for learning and developing your |
| Blender is the only 3D package that is known for | | | | skills for animation. Once you focus on one |
| its flexibility. It can scale upwards to be used for | | | | software program, you will be limited to that |
| complex computer units but it can also be scaled | | | | program. To be an effective animator, you should |
| down to be used for handheld computers. It has | | | | be skillful in designing and drawing. Thus, you |
| a unique border that is very difficult to study. It | | | | should broaden your knowledge and learn about |
| can be made more efficient once you get familiar | | | | other programs which will be helpful for you. |
| with it and it also offers a smooth workflow. | | | | |