Car Body Design - Tutorials

Chevrolet Camaro modeling tutorial

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:00:00 +0100

This detailed tutorial explains how to model a Chevrolet Camaro Concept in Rhino. Includes reference files and videos.

Speedpainting technique tutorial

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:45:00 +0100

In this tutorial designer Miles Waterhouse explains how to apply speedpainting techniques to car design, using some random elements to create original themes.

Bugatti Veyron 3D modeling tutorial

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:00:00 +0100

This PDF tutorial explains how to model a Bugatti Veyron in 3DStudio MAX using poly-modeling. Requires an intermediate understanding of 3D Max modeling.

Arcadia digital rendering tutorial

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:00:00 +0100

An overview of the creation of a digital illustration, from the 3D modeling done in 3DStudio MAX to the final post-production in Photoshop.

Tire modeling tutorial

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:00:00 +0100

This tutorial shows how to model a tire tread in 3DStudio MAX 2008. A basic knowledge of poly and spline modeling is needed. Requires free registration.

Making of Ferrari Enzo

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:45:00 +0100

This tutorial documents some of the steps involved in the creation and animation process of a Ferrari Enzo detailed 3D model, done in 3DStudio MAX. Includes images and videos.

Lighting the scene in Brazil

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:05:00 +0100

This video tutorial (MOV format, 35 MB) shows how to light up scene in 3DStudio MAX using the Brazil rendering system. Useful for beginners.

Sci-fi vehicle painting tutorial

Wed, 27 May 2009 12:40:00 +0100

A digital painting tutorial that goes through the creation process of a sci-fi vehicle rendering complete with the surrounding environment. By concept artist Feng Zhu.

Ford Mustang HDRI rendering tutorial

Mon, 25 May 2009 10:45:00 +0100

In this tutorial shows how to create a HDRI (High Dynamic Range Image) map without the use of a camera using Photoshop and a 3D modeling software.

Spacecraft prototyping

Thu, 21 May 2009 10:00:00 +0100

This tutorial shows how to rapidly prototype a space vessel building unique iterations of a sci-fi spacecraft as if they were produced from the same production line.

AliasStudio Sketching tutorial

Thu, 14 May 2009 10:00:00 +0100

This PDF tutorial explains the sketching settings and the workflow in Autodesk AliasStudio, from the graphic tablet setup to the sketch import process and the 2D/3D interaction.

Boat design basics

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:10:00 +0100

In this article boat designer Piotr Zin gives an overview of the boat design process, basic guidelines and terms glossary.

Sci-Fi Environment Concept tutorial

Sun, 10 May 2009 00:30:00 +0100

A tutorial that shows the steps involved in creating a sci-fi digital painting starting from an abstract sketch.

Lamborghini Gallardo tutorial

Fri, 08 May 2009 13:00:00 +0100

A walkthrough of the creation process of a Lamborghini Gallardo 3D model and photo-realistic rendering using 3D Studio MAX and Brazil.

Box modeling for beginners

Thu, 07 May 2009 15:00:00 +0100

This tutorial for 3D Studio MAX shows how to create a simlpe SUV 3D modelusing box modeling. For beginners.

Modelling a Hood in Modo 302

Wed, 06 May 2009 17:20:00 +0100

This video tutorial shows the workflow process for the creation of a car hood 3D model using Luxology modo 302. Requires free registration.

Audi R8 3DS Max Tutorial

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:10:00 +0100

This PDF tutorial explains how to model an Audi R8 starting from blueprints and using polygonal modeling. An intermediate knowledge of 3DS Max is required.

Mazda Furai rendering tutorial

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:50:00 +0100

This tutorial explains the process of rendering and postproduction of a car studio shot using 3DS MAX and Adobe After Effects.

Road Texture tutorial

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:50:00 +0100

A simple Photoshop tutorial that shows how to create a road texture complete with lines and tire tracks.

Car chroming tutorial

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:45:00 +0100

This photo retouching visual tutorial explains how to create a chrome effect on a car body.

Alias car wheel tutorial part 2

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:00:00 +0100

In this tutorial shows how to create a rim with 5 spokes in Autodesk AliasStudio, using an overall construction method similar to that of the first tutorial.

Surface construction in Alias: introduction

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:30:00 +0100

The first of a series of tutorials about the general rules of surface modeling for automotive and industrial design. This tutorial deals with features and areas of equal curvature.

Project Presentation Tutorial

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 18:10:00 +0100

This tutorial explains how to create an effective presentation of a design project. The author is Juan Pablo Bernal, a Master in Transportation Design student at Umea Institute of Design.

Next Gen Vehicle Tutorial

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:50:00 +0100

This tutorial for Maya presents a method for creating a low poly count 3d model of a concept car to be used in 3D games, starting from a sketch and without the use of reference material.

Alias car wheel tutorial part 1

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:45:00 +0100

The first of a series of three tutorials targeted to beginning users of Alias AutoStudio on the creation of a car wheel from the modeling to the final composition.