Adobe Atmosphere Bible

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"A very valuable resource for those getting started in the Atmosphere universe and for advanced users who want to hone their skills." -Michael R. Kaplan, Senior Engineering Manager, Atomosphere, Adobe Systems, Inc. If Adobe Atmosphere can do it, you can do it too . . . Designed expressly to create 3D worlds on the Web, Adobe Atmosphere offers unprecedented power, flexibility, and intuitive ease of use. This comprehensive book tells you how to put this innovative software to work for 3D communities, games, online showrooms, virtual tours, and more. A Quick Start guide and numerous tutorials cover everything from creating and positioning objects to building avatars, and help you become one of the first to explore the endless possibilities of 3D virtual worlds. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Adobe Atmosphere Master the concepts and principles of 3D space Create and position objects, then add colors, textures, and backgrounds Light your online worlds effectively to add realism and mood Navigate 3D space using different entry points and portals Import and export textures, objects, and screenshots Use JavaScript to add sound, control objects, and react to user events Build unique avatars to represent yourself and your visitors Test and troubleshoot your world, then publish it online Bonus CD-ROM Tryout versions of Adobe software, including Atmosphere Browser, GoLive, LiveMotion, and Illustrator 3D graphics tools, including Viewpoint Datalab 3D Models, Viewpoint Scene Builder, PolyTrans Scene, and more trueSpace 5.1 and Reptile demo versions All examples from the book