Digital Tutors - Rendering Underwater Caustics in Maya

Video: VP6 (.flv) 1280x720 | Audio: MP3 44.1KHz mono | 84 Mb
In this series of lessons, we will discuss different methods for simulating the effect of caustic patterns created by moving water.
We will begin by exploring caustic photons in mental ray, and how they can realistically interact with a water surface to create refracted bands of light. From there, we will explore an alternative method for simulating caustics which is much more efficient, especially when working with large, open bodies of water.
1. Creating underwater caustics using mental ray
2. Creating underwater caustics without using mental ray

Daniel Power - Airbrush Power Series Level 1

DVDRip | English | AVI | 720 x 576 | XviD ~768 kbps | 25.000 fps
MP3 | 121 kbps | 44.1 KHz | 2 channels | 07:30:00 | 2.74 GB
Highly recommended set with over 7 hours of easy to follow step-by-step instruction from Daniel Power. An airbrush DVD set that has been acclaimed by Professionals and novices alike. Daniel is an internationally acclaimed Airbrush Master, Daniel owns and operates a highly successful commercial air brush studio in Melbourne, Australia which includes several large international clients. Daniel has exhibited and worked extensively overseas and conducts air brush classes in Europe, America and Asia.
Learn how to airbrush with DVD’s that teach you in a comprehensive yet easy to follow process, how to create fantastic artworks with total control of the airbrush. This student-friendly home study course allows you to get the confidence to control and paint with the airbrush the way you've always wanted. You can look, learn, practice, and master these airbrushing techniques wherever you are, and the best thing is, you can watch them over and over. It’s like having the instructor there to refresh whenever you want.