UVW Mapping / Unwrapping

Recomended for:
architectural visualization
animation
exterior visualization
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Level:
Designed for junior artists
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 Skills
3ds Max
basic to strong knowledge

We will study the modifiers used for creating UV maps and the ways to apply them in 3ds Max.
We’ll understand how UVW Map works and how to use it effectively in practice.
We’ll also learn how to simplify the editing of an existing UV layout using UVW XForm, and get familiar with the basics of the Unwrap UVW modifier.

Pipeline 

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1. UVW Map

Applying the modifier
Working with different types of projections
Unwrapping the model using UVW Map

2. UVW Xform

Introduction to the modifier
Applying it in different situations

3. Unwrap UVW

Learn in which situations it is applied
Get acquainted with its main components 
Examine what the model’s unwrap looks like

What will you learn?

The principles of how
UVW Map works

for managing client projects

Methods of using
UVW XForm

for managing client projects

Introduction to the
basics of Unwrap UVW

for managing client projects
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Yurii
Pakhomov

Art Director at OMEGARENDER and an architectural-visualization artist who specializes in interiors, with additional expertise in exterior projects and animation. 

He has 10 + years in CG (8 + years in arch-viz and 6 years as OMEGARENDER’s art director) and has delivered work for clients such as Rockwell, OBMI, Nshama, and Emaar.

Plugins

To get the most out of this masterclass, please make sure the following software is installed and running smoothly on your system:

  • 3ds Max 2022 or newer
  • Corona Renderer 12 or newer

This masterclass is built entirely around this toolchain — you’ll follow along using the same professional setup we use in production. Please ensure your software is installed and licensed before you begin.

What can you download

• Scene with samples
• Maps

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