LightWave Demo

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Nathaniel

(Posted 2006) [#1]

Does anyone know of a demo for LightWave?

QuickSilva

(Posted 2006) [#2]

I seem to remember I had to send off for one and it took ages to arrive, about six months in fact! The full product though is worth every penny.

Jason.

Nathaniel

(Posted 2006) [#3]

Is it easier to use than Maya or 3D Studio Max?

JustLuke

(Posted 2006) [#4]

Nope, it's just different.

QuickSilva

(Posted 2006) [#5]

I`d say so, yes. I find it extremely intuitive personally and always have since I first used it on my Amiga.

Jason.

Nathaniel

(Posted 2006) [#6]

So... how is it different from the other two?

JustLuke

(Posted 2006) [#7]

The interface is different, but the fundamental modelling techniques are the same.

Nathaniel

(Posted 2006) [#8]

Compared to MilkShape 3D (thats what I use), is the texturing system more advanced and complicated?

Mustang

(Posted 2006) [#9]

Compared to MilkShape 3D (thats what I use), is the texturing system more advanced and complicated?

Slightly, like Ferrari and Punto.

So... how is it different from the other two?

Maya is best for animation and NURBS stuff I think, MAX is good for everything but bloated. Lightwave has good modeler but the animation tools suck. Also Lightwave has separate "modeler" and "layout" compared the usual "all in one".

If I were you I'd check XSI - cheaper than Lightwave and overall even better than MAX IMO.

Nathaniel

(Posted 2006) [#10]

Thanks for your comments everyone!!