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2024/2025

Cinema4D - Free Modelling

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Code Completion Credits Range Language
129C4D KZ 2 1P+1C English
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Department of Architecture
Synopsis:

The aim of the subject is to present the methods and concepts of creating computer 3D models using general 3D modelers. In the subject, we offer the features of the world-renowned Cinema 4D software from Maxon.

Requirements:

Entry requirements:

- No prerequisities.

- Basic knowledge of computer graphics is an advantage.

Conditions for passing the subject:

- Mandatory active participation in classes, a maximum of 3 excused absences.

- Submission of graphic project.

Syllabus of lectures:

Introduction to Cinema4D GUI, model representation (analytic, polygonal), basic concepts of model creation (box modeling, mesh editing, sculpting, volume modeling), model and submodel hierarchy, deformators, instances, Boolean operations. Data exchange (unreal engine, datasmith, Lumion, *.FBX, *.SKP) Materials, textures, methods of texture mapping, BodyPaint basics. Rendering - basic methods and settings.

Syllabus of tutorials:

01. Introduction, assessment conditions, choosing a project topic, Maxon ID, Citrix

02. Basic navigation in Cinema 4D

03. Modelling - Geometric primitives and deformers

04. Modelling - Using splines

05. Modelling - General polygonal mesh

06. Modelling - Technical polygonal mesh

07. Data exchange

08. Materials, textures and mapping

09. Lights and rendering

10. Working on projects

11. Working on projects

12. Finishing of projects, graded assessment awarding

Study Objective:

The aim of the study is to master the basic procedures of creating models in the general modeler Cinema4D.

Study materials:

Pradeep Mamgain: MAXON Cinema 4D R20: Modeling Essentials. ISBN 179179548X

Pradeep Mamgain: MAXON Cinema 4D R20: A Detailed Guide to Texturing, Lighting, and Rendering. ISBN 1091454795

Video-tutorials ( https://cineversity.maxon.net/en )

Maxon company ( https://www.maxon.net )

Maxon youtube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWhRfxKSqHU8hjx7mbmKVxA )

Maxon youtube training ( https://www.youtube.com/c/MaxonTrainingTeam )

Cinema 4D Help ( https://help.maxon.net/c4d/en-us/ )

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Further information:
https://mobility.cvut.cz/prospectus/FCE/129C4D.html
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