Discover the power of Luxology modo, a robust software application that makes 3D modeling fun and easy. "The Official Luxology modo Guide, Version 301" covers the latest version of modo, which features new animation and sculpting capabilities as well as enhanced creative control for the user. You'll learn step-by-step how to use the modo interface and each tool and feature as you work within the application, from getting started to saving the final product. Designed to be read in sequence, the book is divided into four parts, beginning with an introduction to the easy-to-use modo interface, editors, and work planes. Once you're comfortable in the application, you'll dig into each of the awesome tools as you build, layer, model, animate, texture, and render with modo. Skills are taught using projects that take the reader from simple modeling to complex tasks, taking advantage of various tools and options along the way. With modo version 301, the 3D modeling possibilities are endless!

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you so need this - 2009-09-04
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You so need this book if you are getting started with modo. Wether it be v3 or v4, this book still applies. Also the included material on the dvd alone is worth the price of the book.

Ablan's book is essential baggage for 3D survival - 2009-02-20
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It is some time ago that I ordered Dan Ablan's book. But it has been around me as a steady companion ever since.

In general Luxology Modo 301/302 is surrounded by good tutorial material and examples, but when you dive freshly into its world, The Official Luxology Modo Guide 301/302 is vital.

Dan Ablan's book makes it very easy to pick a task and learn about it. Text and images are well-balanced, so that you immediately see what he is setting out to do. From the simplest manipulations to the more complex tasks, everything is clearly described step by step. Occasionally he goes back to the principles, explaining why things are what they are, and showing you how to make best use of them.

Dan's book leads the reader from the basics of Modo via easy to follow modeling and sculpting projects, to the more advanced features of rendering and lighting in slightly more complex projects.

The accompanying DVD is excellent and complementary to the work of Modo's in-house tutorial-author Andy Brown.

The appended lists with material properties is really helpful to get to a level of higher realism.

great book for those starting out in 3D modeling - 2009-02-12
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I am very new to the vast and complex world of 3D modeling. A friend recommended that I try out modo to see if I even like 3D software. I downloaded a free trial of modo and I subsequently bought this book. This book is excellent. Dan Ablan is a thorough tutor; his examples are relevant to real-world modeling. He gives step-by-step instructions and he incorporates a bit of humor throughout. The best part about this book is that Ablan assumes that his readers are intelligent human beings; this makes a world of difference! In short, I highly recommend this book for those who are curious about modo and who are new to 3D modeling.

THE book for Modo - 2009-01-15
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This is the best book on Modo I've seen so far. (Then again I couldn't find another book on Modo 302 so it really doesn't have any competition)

What's nice is that it isn't just a bunch of tutorials where you just follow the instructions without gaining any understanding of the program. It's laid out in a way where you learn in an incremental way that increases your understanding of various tools and aspects of Modo so that you understand what you're doing and why so you can apply what you've learned directly to your own projects. It also makes for a great reference book to come back to even after you've gone thru all the chapters. Key concepts are explained and illustrated nicely throughout.
Although I found the Modo interface a little confusing at first after going thru the first few chapters it quickly made more and more sense and the logic behind the controls became much more intuitive.
In short, this book has helped turn Modo into my main 3D app for design and animation work.

Most Excellent - The Official Luxology Modo 301/302 Guide - 2008-12-24
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In my many years of working with computer graphics I've read a lot of application related guide books. The Official Luxology Modo 301/302 Guide thus far has in my humble opinion been the best. The writing is clear and concise yet personable making the learning process enjoyable. It is an effective guide, perfect for those new to using Luxology Modo as well as the realm of 3D modeling.

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