Intro 101 course for cinema 4d and octane render engine tutorial for photographers with dustin valkema maxon certified trainer.
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Introduction à CGI : Cinema 4D + Octane

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  • 94 lessons
  • 16h 43m runtime
  • 94 assets included
  • EN closed captions
  • ES subtitles
  • Cinema 4D
  • Octane

Overview

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Do you know all the people who resisted digital photography and held onto film cause it would never be replaced? Welp, all of those people didn't make it and went out of business. We're half joking here, but we are serious that we believe ALL photographers should understand this process. When you know what this can do, your clients will love it.
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Vous êtes sur le point d'apprendre les bases de la modélisation 3D, de la texturation, de l'éclairage et du rendu. Nous commencerons par un simple cube et progresserons vers des objets complexes. Ce cours est parfait pour tous ceux qui souhaitent débuter avec CGI ou simplement perfectionner leurs compétences et les appliquer à leur photographie.
Intro to C4d tools for photographers/ Intro 101 course for cinema 4d and octane render engine tutorial for photographers with dustin valkema maxon certified trainer
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What you’ll learn

  1. 01 Navigate Cinema 4D, its object manager and project settings
  2. 02 Model with splines, generators, deformers and edge flow
  3. 03 Unwrap, relax and pack UVs at the correct scale
  4. 04 Light in Octane with area, HDRI, daylight and IES sources
  5. 05 Build metal, plastic, wood, fabric and glass materials from nodes

Curriculum

94 lessons · 16h 46m·14 chapters

01 Trailers 1 lessons · 4m
  1. 01 CGI For Photographers Trailer 4m

    The photographer should look for a solution to the CGI problem that is destroying industries. Find out what Dustin has to share with you.

02 1 - C4D Modeling Fundamentals 15 lessons · 1h 39m
  1. 01 Welcome To Cinema 4D 5m

    Watch the tutorial to catch an overview & understand the cinema 4D program layout with the professional CGI artist, Dustin Valkema.

  2. 02 Cinema 4D Preferences 5m

    Cinema 4D offers a wide range of preferences. In this tutorial, Dustin has come up with a few chosen preferences.

  3. 03 The Basics Of Project Settings 4m

    In this tutorial, you will learn about Project Settings in Cinema 4D effortlessly from the expert Dustin Valkema.

  4. 04 Navigating 3D Space 6m

    With this video, plunge into the 3D viewport and understand how to maneuver this area to work most effectively.

  5. 05 Orthographic And Perspective viewports 4m

    Check out how different perspectives can be used to view the workspace in flat and three-dimensional spaces from Dustin

  6. 06 Creating Primitive Objects 8m

    Learn how to create primitive objects in Cinema 4D from Dustin. He starts by defining primitive objects and their purpose.

  7. 07 Viewport Shading Mode 8m

    In this video, Dustin will help to walk you through the different display options of the object in the scene in the viewport.

  8. 08 Attributes Manager 8m

    The attributes of an object can be modified using this lesson. Learn from Dustin how to make float sliders as well.

  9. 09 Moving Objects In 3D Space 12m

    The capacity to move, rotate, and scale in 3D spaces using hotkeys is demonstrated by Dustin Valkema in this tutorial.

  10. 10 Selecting Objects 5m

    In this episode, we look at how to select objects in Cinema 4D. You may find it boring, but it’s important to understand!

  11. 11 Object Manager 4m

    Discover the ins and outs of the object management by following Dustin Valkema. Watch the tutorial to learn more!

  12. 12 Object Manager & Parent Child Relationships 6m

    Watch the video where Dustin uses examples from the actual world to describe the parent-child relationship inside the object manager.

  13. 13 Object Manager Visibility & Tag Basics 15m

    Watch the tutorial to learn about the object manager, visibility and tag basics. Take your CGI to the next level.

  14. 14 Customizing And Saving Your Workspace Layout 8m

    To help you work more quickly and effectively, Dustin Valkema will go over strategies for customising your C4D workflow and workspace.

  15. 15 Cinema 4D Render Settings Basics 2m

    Dustin Valkema will walk you through Frame Range, file resolution options, and how to save and load render settings.

03 2 - Splines & Generators 2 lessons · 20m
  1. 01 Intro To Spline Basics 6m

    Welcome to the Introduction to Spline basics. Dustin presents Splines and defines what they are. Watch the tutorial to learn more.

  2. 02 Intro to Spline Generators 14m

    Dustin Valkema discusses a few objects in this tutorial that we can utilise to create 3D objects from splines.

04 3 - Powerful Generators 1 lessons · 17m
  1. 01 Welcome to Generators 17m

    Watch & learn the best CGI retouching pratices from the expert CGI artist, Dustin Valkema. Learn how to alter PRO EDU logo in 3D space.

05 4 - Deformer Basics 1 lessons · 13m
  1. 01 Welcome to Deformer Basics 13m

    Learn about deformers and essential tools used to distort 3D objects. Watch this video to learn how to create your stack.

06 5 - Modeling: Concepts & Tools 11 lessons · 1h 39m
  1. 01 Welcome to Modeling Concepts and Tools 11m

    View the tutorial by industry pro Dustin Valkema on modeling principles and tools. He thoroughly explains everything in the video.

  2. 02 Selection Types 18m

    Dustin discusses the choice of polygons in models. Models of larger scales are frequently constructed by connecting smaller models.

  3. 03 Understanding Polygon Normals 9m

    Check out Dustin and PRO EDU to begin to teach the limitless possibilities that can be achieved with 3D and polygon normals

  4. 04 Making Primitive Objects Editable 12m

    The expert CGI artist is here to teach you how to make primitive objects editable. Watch the tutorial and find out.

  5. 05 Extrude Tool 5m

    Extrude tool pushes points, edges, or polygons that have been selected. If no elements are chosen, the entire object will be extruded.

  6. 06 Loop Path Cut 5m

    In all three component modes, the Loop/Path Cut tool cuts polygon objects (Use Point, Use Edge, Use Polygon). Learn about loop path cut.

  7. 07 Bevel Tool 7m

    With Dustin Valkema, check out how to bevel tool you can create beautiful images of your client’s product lines

  8. 08 Bridge Tool 10m

    Check out Dustin Walkema, who will be presenting and shows you how to make the most of the Bridge function in this video.

  9. 09 Topology and Edgeflow Basics 9m

    Here in this video,Dustin will take you through the basics overview on the the concepts of topology in Cinema 4D.

  10. 10 Holding Edges 7m

    Learn about the concept of holding edges. Dustin will go through the importance of putting loops around edges that need to be rounded off.

  11. 11 Center Axis Tool and Axis Modification Basics 6m

    In this tutorial, Dustin Valkema will teach you the fundamentals of the Center Axis Tool and Axis Modification.

07 6 - Texture UV Basics 8 lessons · 1h 11m
  1. 01 Welcome to Texture UV Basics 7m

    Dustin proposes the idea of the UV mapping model here. Learn the fundamentals and significance of UV mapping from him.

  2. 02 UV Selections 7m

    Dustin explains how to select various elements in the UV editor and locate them in your viewport model. Watch the tutorial & learn.

  3. 03 UV Checker and Projection Types 13m

    It’s time to learn about the UV checker and Projection types now with the expert Dustin Valkema in this tutorial.

  4. 04 Relaxing UV’s and Stretching 5m

    Here you will get an overview about mirring uvs, relax uv with cut edges, and the brush tool for painting textures.

  5. 05 Packing UV Islands and What It Means 9m

    Watch Dustin Valkema’s Packing UV Islands tutorial to get insightful information about it and improve your workflow.

  6. 06 Why UV Scale Is So Important 11m

    UVs are two-dimensional texture coordinates that correspond with the vertex information for your geometry. Learn to apply them

  7. 07 UV Transformation Tool 12m

    Most of the previous, separate UV tool’s features, including Move, Scale, Rotate, and horizontal and vertical distortion,

  8. 08 Basic UV Tools 6m

    Discover the basic UV tools Dustin Valkema frequently uses in the scene and learn how to use them properly from him.

08 7 - Intro To Octane Render 11 lessons · 2h 14m
  1. 01 Welcome to Octane Render 8m

    This video tutorial will help to produce a finished product you can use for portfolio pieces or even sell with the help of Octane Render

  2. 02 Octane Live Viewer Intro 9m

    Introduction to Octane within Cinema 4D. Discover the best CGI techniques in Cinema 4D + Octane by following CGI artist Dustin Valkema.

  3. 03 Area Lights and Target Area Lights 25m

    In this video, we’ll show you how to set up lighting that can be used in various scenarios using some of CINEMA 4D’s lighting features.

  4. 04 HDRI Enviornment Image Based Lighting 13m

    Discover how Dustin circumvents the time-consuming process of setting up all the fancy area lights using Octane’s HDRI lighting system.

  5. 05 Octane Daylight 8m

    Learn how to build up octane sunshine in Cinema 4D to produce a realistic & colourful effect by using natural lighting scenarios

  6. 06 IES Lights 7m

    Dustin Valkema will assist you in learning about IES lighting’s function and how to use it properly in this tutorial.

  7. 07 Octane Camera 19m

    Learn how Octane Camera Basics and how Octane camera operates inside of Cinema, and what it is capable from Dustin Valkema.

  8. 08 Octane Object Tag 7m

    In this video, you will learn the basics and essential of octan tag and the entire process in this project-based tutorial.

  9. 09 Light linking Basics 12m

    In this tutorial, Dustin Valkema explains the Light Linking basics in detail. Watch to learn everything smoothly from him.

  10. 10 Useful C4D tags for Cameras and Lights 8m

    This section discusses some of the tags that work with Octane objects. It will assist you in removing any lighting-related issues

  11. 11 Lighting and Camera Practice 17m

    In this video,Dustin will walk you though how camera and lighting work together in cinema4d. Learn to prpare the scene

09 8 - Octane Settings Basics 9 lessons · 1h 17m
  1. 01 Info Channels Kernel 16m

    Here Dustin walks through the Info Channels Kernel. Get the perfect knowledge and skills and apply them to their photography.

  2. 02 PathTracing Kernel 23m

    In this Dustin Valkema’s Path Tracing Kernel lesson, you will easily learn the specifics of path tracing from him.

  3. 03 Direct Lighting Kernel 5m

    The preview renders often employ the Direct Lighting Kernel. Learn to use it to your advantage to achieve your goals.

  4. 04 PMC Kernel 12m

    The PMC Kernel is a mutating unbiased custom kernel created exclusively for GPU rendering. Watch the tutorial & learn about PMC Kernel.

  5. 05 Camera Imager Tab 4m

    Observe the Camera Imager Tab tutorial by Dustin Valkema. Explore the camera imager tab with him to learn amazing things.

  6. 06 Post Tab 3m

    The post tab is briefly covered in this tutorial, along with how to use blooms to add lighting effects to surfaces.

  7. 07 Settings Tab 5m

    Dustin Valkema walks you through a few Octane Render settings to ensure you get the most out of the gear you employ.

  8. 08 My Go-To Settings For Most Renders 5m

    Observe the tutorial and discover what render settings the expert - Dustin Valkema, starts scenes with the most.

  9. 09 Saving Your Octane Settings As A Preset 3m

    In this video, Dustin Valkema will walk you through the octane settings. He will explain the Octane Settings’ Preset Menu.

10 9 - Basic Material Types In Octane 13 lessons · 2h 31m
  1. 01 We’ve Made It To Materials 4m

    Dustin Valkema will teach you how to use Octane to use materials and node adjustments to their maximum potential.

  2. 02 Texture Type Basics 11m

    Here you will learn the nuances of the textures and materials, when working in Cinema, 4D is sometimes using them interchangeably

  3. 03 The Key To Making Realistic 3D Materials 7m

    You must follow the expert Dustin in this tutorial to learn what it takes to make your render appear realistic or photorealistic.

  4. 04 Material Editor Vs Octane Node Editor 9m

    Two methods for modifying your written documents are Material Editor and Node Editor. Learn about them from Dustin in this video.

  5. 05 Octane Node Editor Introduction 15m

    The Octane node editor is introduced by Dustin, who also goes over using the interface. Learn to use it for the maximum capability.

  6. 06 Common Material Properties 28m

    Dustin Valkema here demonstrates how to use the typical material properties available in the Octane Node Editor.

  7. 07 Octane Diffuse Material 17m

    In this video by Dustin Valkema, you can find everything about material diffuse and discover where he commonly employs it.

  8. 08 Octane Glossy Material 13m

    Here in this video, you will get to know the user interface for Glossy Material in Octane for Cinema 4D is depicted by Dustin.

  9. 09 Octane Specular Material 14m

    Watch Dustin Valkema’s instructional video on Specular Material. Learn what specular material can be used for from him.

  10. 10 Octane Mix Material 16m

    To create a single object out of two different materials, learn how to use Octane Mix material from Dustin in this video.

  11. 11 Applying Materials To Objects 7m

    This tutorial is covers basic understanding as to what the different material options do and how they work, how to create materials,

  12. 12 Octane Live DB 8m

    Dustin Valkema takes you through Octane’s Material library. Watch the tutorial and open that up and download various materials.

  13. 13 Useful Node Editor Hotkeys To Remember 3m

    The expert - Dustin Valkema, briefly summarises the important hotkeys to memorize for the node editor in this tutorial.

11 10 - Most Common Nodes 8 lessons · 1h 25m
  1. 01 Welcome To Nodes 4m

    Discover the Nodes in this video and how to use them in the Node editor. Learn about the typical Nodes and daily workflow of, Dustin.

  2. 02 Texture Nodes 12m

    The nodes Dustin employs most frequently in his workflow are demonstrated in this video. Watch the full video to get crucial information.

  3. 03 Transform And Projection Nodes 10m

    Dustin regularly makes use of Transform and Projection Nodes. So watch the video to find out what fantastic information he offers you.

  4. 04 Generator Nodes 20m

    In this tutorial for Cinema 4D, Dustin introduces you to working with Nodes and creating your own assets within the Node environment.

  5. 05 Map Nodes 17m

    Here in this video you will learn the basics of maps in the Cinema 4D from Dustin Valkema using Map nodes in Octane Node editor.

  6. 06 Displacement Nodes 10m

    Here in this video, Dustin will walk you through the Displacement Octane node so that you can have clarity of the ideas.

  7. 07 Emission Nodes 9m

    In this detailed video, Dustin Valkema will help you learn to create lights from various objects with emission nodes

  8. 08 End Chapter Outro 1m

    Dustin Valkema will take you through the final wrapping video, he emphasizes key learning and how you can practice.

12 11 - Creating Materials 6 lessons · 2h 2m
  1. 01 Creating Our First Set Of Materials Together 1m

    Let’s take a moment and practice making our first materials together! Be sure to download the course content if you haven’t done so already.

  2. 02 Metal Materials 28m

    This video involves developing and working with materials for a 3D chair model. To receive great advice from him, watch his entire process.

  3. 03 Plastic Material 25m

    In this tutorial Dustin will walk you though how you can create plastic textures, including a plastic chair texture in the cinema 4 D.

  4. 04 Wood Material 27m

    In this last video, you have learned about plastic material and now you will learn to turn the same material into wood.

  5. 05 Fabric Material 22m

    Welcome to the Creating Materials series’ instruction on fabric materials with renowned CGI artist Dustin Valkema.

  6. 06 Glass Material 19m

    Continuing our practice model with chair & glass material. Witness the best CGI modeling and practices from the expert Dustin Valkema.

13 12 - Intro To Octane Render Settings 7 lessons · 45m
  1. 01 Welcome To Octane Render Settings Overview 7m

    The final step in CGI process before importing image into Photoshop for post-processing is rendering. Learn the best retouching practices.

  2. 02 Beauty Passes Overview 8m

    Here in the Beauty Passes Overview, Dustin walks you though to enhance elements and, most importantly, save time when making tweaks.

  3. 03 Lighting Passes Overview 5m

    See how lighting passes can assist you in accurately using different lights by rendering them on different layers.

  4. 04 Info Passes Overview 14m

    Dustin discusses the use of info passes in the Octane section of the render settings. In post-production, info passes are crucial.

  5. 05 Tip Creating A Clown Pass Using Octane Tag 2m

    Watch the tutorial and learn about the clown pass from the expert CGI, Dustin Valkema. Learn how to create a clown pass.

  6. 06 Setting Up Render Settings and Savings Presets 8m

    Discover the benefits of making presets and how to do so quickly in this tutorial from the professional Dustin Valkema.

  7. 07 CGI Final Thoughts 2m

    Dustin will provide closing remarks and highlight the exam and practise in this video. Learn and practise, then.

14 13 - Bonus: 3D Walkthrough 1 lessons · 1h 9m
  1. 01 3D Objects Overview 1h 9m

    The 3D CGI technology is capable of many wonders; learn about them from the expert-Dustin Valkema in this tutorial.

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Dustin Valkema

3D Artist & CGI Director

Dustin spent the better part of a decade as a senior team leader at a 3D agency producing work for some of the biggest clients and brand names in the world. Today he has joined forces with PRO EDU to begin to teach the limitless possibilities that can be achieved with 3D.

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