Get started in 3D printing with the new 3D World

Inside the latest issue of 3D World, you'll discover how to set up and send files to a 3D printer, create a model for 3D print, navigate the technology and find out which printer is right for you. It's your one-stop shot at getting started in 3D printing!

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The issue's tutorial section is filled with new techniques to learn too - including how to create the issue's stunning mech cover using Maya, ZBrush, Arnold and plug-in Pulldownit. This issue also offers easy to follow step-by-step tutorials to concept mech designs in ZBrush, recreate camera lens effects in Cinema 4D and create animated logos in LightWave.

The issue's Develop section covers evaluating a particle system, Pixar's hair research and film legend Jon Landau reveals the future of virtual production for films, including Avatar 2.

Features this issue include:

• Virtualised Reality - the future is in virtual production, but what is it?
• 3D Print the Future - all you need to know about 3D Printing
• Another Block in the Wall - How Animal Logic animated The Lego Movie
• Portfolio Interview - the career of 3D illustrator Markus Vogt
• A brave new curl - the latest on Pixar’s hair technology

Training this issue includes:

• Maya: Build a mech in a futuristic scene
• ZBrush: Sculpt realistic cloth with ZBrush
• Cinema 4D: Core skills - Camera lens effects
• 3ds Max: An insight into game character production
• ZBrush: Create a detailed model for 3D printing
• ZBrush: Master CG mech concept design
• Lightwave: Flocking agents from one object to another