An Introduction to Caustics in Cinema 4D
In this tutorial from tuts+, you will learn how surface caustics can be used to create a pool with a floating translucent orb, and volume caustics can be applied to demonstrate a stained glass effect. Render settings, and time savers will also be discussed. Caustics refers to the mathematical equations that describe how light converges [...]
No keyframes
Beautiful video created by AIXSponza to show off Cinema 4D’s new MoDynamics in Mograph module. “Inspired by MoGraph’s new MoDynamics and the excellent possibilities offered by CINEMA 4D’s XPresso and C.O.F.F.E.E. for creating complex setups we created the film ‘No Keyframes’, which is based entirely on automated setups. Each scene represents a specific functionality, which [...]
Create a Gorgeous Abstract Greeble Scene in Cinema 4D
In this tutorial from tuts+, you will learn how to create a complex (around 600,000 polygons) abstract Greeble scene without getting into too much modeling. Loft NURBS, Sweep NURBS, Formula object, Structure tools, and Visible light will be used to create the scene, and Advanced Render will be applied to generate the final image. You [...]
Maxon’s Cinema 4D – Learning Tutorials for Basic Functions
If you’re a frequent visitor of Maxon’s website, odds are you´ve come across these videos. Anyway, for those who are not aware, Maxon has released a series of videos for anyone who intends to start using Cinema 4D, and need that little push figuring out the ins and outs of the software. The series consist [...]
GreyScaleGorilla’s HDRI Light Kit Pro is out!
HDRI Light Kit Pro, by Nick Campbell, over at greyscalegorilla is a kit for Cinema 4D that lets you quickly create studio lighting for your scenes and renders. It’s not free, but at $69, it’s not exactly what will lead you to bankruptcy… From what I’ve seen, it’s worth every penny! Where’s a demo from [...]
Create a Jelly-like Text Animation in Cinema 4D and After Effects
Learn the tools necessary to create interesting and captivating motion graphics in this exciting look into modeling, rigging, animation, materials, lighting, rendering and compositing using Cinema 4D and After Effects. Part One Part Two Final Video
How to Make the 2010 Winter Olympics Ice Cube Event Bumpers
Part ONE In this tutorial by Nick Campbell @ greyscalegorilla, you will learn how to make the ice cube bumpers that have been popular on the NBC’s presentation of the Olympics. He will show you how to build an ice cube using material displacement, refraction, transparency, reflection, and specular highlights. Hewill also cut out a [...]
How to make a Cascading Text Animation With Cinema 4D and After Effects
In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a fun cascading text effect shown below using Cinema 4D. Mograph, shader effectors, step effectors, and extrude nurbs. You understand how to light the scene by using some reflective white cards and the upcoming Studio Light Kit from GreyScaleGorilla. Tutorial created by Nick Vegas @ grayscalegorilla.com [...]
Lighting & Shadows in C4D
In this tutorial by Eli McMakin, you will learn basic lighting in C4D. No matter if you are an intermediate user or an absolute beginner, there is something to be learned here about the many lighting & shadow options and control toggles within Cinema 4D. The four basic light types (omni, area, infinite, and spot) [...]