Vue Classes at LVS

Introduction to Vue is a 6 week on-line class for Vue Infinite; Perfect for Esprit, Pro Studio, Complete, and PLE users too.

The Intermediate Vue class is a bit more detailed look into Vue. I cover an introduction to the function generator, how to make complex materials, spectral atmospheres, Depth of Field, and advanced ecosystem editing. This class is for users who are familiar with Vue.

The Advanced Vue class covers importing files into Vue, the function generator, HDRI, IBL, and radiosity lighting, animations, Multi-Pass renders and custom plant creation.

Classes begin January 9th registration ends January 6th.

LVS Online November Vue Courses

Introduction to Vue is a 6 week on-line class for Vue Infinite; Perfect for Esprit, Pro Studio, Complete, and PLE users too.

The Intermediate Vue class is a bit more detailed look into Vue. I cover an introduction to the function generator, how to make complex materials, spectral atmospheres, Depth of Field, and advanced ecosystem editing. This class is for users who are familiar with Vue.

The Advanced Vue class covers importing files into Vue, the function generator, HDRI, IBL, and radiosity lighting, animations, Multi-Pass renders and custom plant creation.

Registration for the November session is open.
The November session classrooms open October 26, 2009.
The November session registration will end on October 28, 2009
The first lesson for the November session will post on October 31, 2009


Returning students receive a 20% DISCOUNT!

Vue 7 Courses at LVS Online

All three of Peggy Walters courses on using Vue at LVS Online have been re-written to cover the new Vue 7 line of programs.

Introduction to Vue is a 6 week on-line class for Vue Infinite; Perfect for Esprit, Pro Studio, Complete, and PLE users too.

The Intermediate Vue class is a bit more detailed look into Vue. I cover an introduction to the function generator, how to make complex materials, spectral atmospheres, Depth of Field, and advanced ecosystem editing. This class is for users who are familiar with Vue.

The Advanced Vue class covers importing files into Vue, the function generator, HDRI, IBL, and radiosity lighting, animations, Multi-Pass renders and custom plant creation.

Classrooms open Jan. 5 2009
Registration closes Jan. 7, 2009
First lesson posts Jan. 10, 2009
http://www.lvsassociates.com/register

Peggy is offering a 20% discount for NEW students. Use this coupon code: JAN09

Vue 6 Classes at LVS Online - May 2008

The latest Vue 6 Introduction and Vue 6 Intermediate classes at LVS Online begin on May 10th 2008, registration ends May 7, 2008.

Vue 6 Introduction class at LVS Online - January 2008

From Peggy Walters:

Registration for the January 2008 session of Introduction to Vue is open at LVS Online. This is a 6 week on-line class for Vue 6 Infinite; Perfect for Esprit, Pro, and PLE users too.

Course details: http://www.lvsassociates.com/register/product_info.php?cPath=1_37&products_id=230

The Intermediate Vue class will be offered during the January 08 session. This is a bit more detailed look into Vue.

Course details: http://www.lvsassociates.com/register/product_info.php?products_id=247

Vue class starts November 3, 2007 so head on over to LVS Online to enroll now! http://www.lvsassociates.com/register

Vue 6 Introduction class at LVS Online - November 2007

From Peggy Walters:

Registration for the November 2007 session of Introduction to Vue is open at LVS Online. This is a 6 week on-line class for Vue 6 Infinite; Perfect for Esprit, Pro, and PLE users too.

Course details: http://www.lvsassociates.com/register/product_info.php?cPath=1_37&products_id=230

I am also working on an Intermediate Vue class. This will be offered during the January 08 session.

Vue class starts November 3, 2007 so head on over to LVS Online to enroll now! http://www.lvsassociates.com/register

Online Training Provider lynda.com Announces Release of Vue 6 xStream Essential Training

I've already posted a short entry about this but I just spotted the official press release...

Over nine hours of tutorials filled with tips and techniques for creating spectacular effects.

October 1, 2007 -- lynda.com, the leader in self-paced digital media and design training, today introduced Vue 6 xStream Essential Training.

Vue 6 xStream Essential Training shows how to plan and create spectacular visual effects, from a bird's-eye view of clouds to city and landscape backgrounds. Instructor Larry Mitchell gives users a working knowledge of what can be done with Vue 6 xStream, including adding and editing ecosystems, working with cameras, animating objects, manipulating lighting and more. He demonstrates how to achieve a variety of results on numerous different kinds of projects. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

"The realism of 3D computer graphics in Vue 6 xStream is spectacular, especially considering the affordable price and lower learning curve of this software," says Lynda Weinman, CEO of lynda.com. "Vue 6 xStream is compatible with many applications and makes editing a breeze. This training course will quickly get newcomers up to speed and on their way to creating professional 3D graphics."

Anyone with an internet connection can access Vue 6 xStream Essential Training by subscribing to lynda.com's Online Training Library®. A separate CD-ROM version of Vue 6 xStream Essential Training is planned later this month.

Subscriptions to the lynda.com Online Training Library® start at $25 a month, and provide access to over 22,000 movie tutorials covering more than 320 technology career tools, software applications, and techniques. Subscribers can access any of the computer-based training courses at their convenience. Multi-user subscriptions are also available for companies and institutions seeking to provide education and training to groups.

For free online samples of Vue 6 xStream Essential Training and more detailed product information, please visit http://movielibrary.lynda.com/html/modPage.asp?ID=309

To arrange to view the full training title, please contact megan@lynda.com.

For more information on lynda.com products, please visit http://www.lynda.com or call 1-888-335-9632.

About lynda.com
Since 1997, lynda.com has provided education and technical training solutions for designers, computer graphics specialists, digital media users and computer owners. lynda.com products include web-based training, instructional books, CD- and DVD-based video training, self-paced online learning and events for creative designers, instructors, student, and hobbyists. lynda.com specializes in teaching fundamental design and graphics principles along with the latest computer software, digital media technologies and techniques.

About Larry Mitchell
Larry Mitchell has been working as a digital media artist and producer for the past 20 years, and he has created graphics and software for TV shows, arenas, video games and commercials. He has taught and lectured on computer animation at international conferences and at various colleges and high schools, including Orlando College, Valencia Community College, Lyman High School, Tokyo Institute of Technology and KEIO University. He has also used his animation expertise at Top Gun Entertainment and Panasonic (Osaka, Japan), and as CEO of Liquid Digital Dream Studios. Larry is now the CEO of Liquid Digital Entertainment (http://ld-e.com/ent).

lynda.com Course

Vue 6 xStream Essential Training by Larry Mitchell is now available from lynda.com . Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Vue 6 class at LVS Online Sign Update

The Vue News blog already featured details of the Peggy Walters' LVS Online Vue 6 course but with the deadline for signing up fast approaching here is a quick reminder. Registration for the LVS OnLine September 2007 session ends on August 30th 2007. Class starts September 1st 2007.

For more details see: LVS Online

Vue 6 Introduction class at LVS Online

Peggy Walters is teaching a six week, self-paced, online course on using Vue 6 Infinite or Vue 6 xStream. According to the course description much of the material will be of use to Vue 6 Easel, Vue 6 Esprit and Vue 6 Pro Studio users.

For more information see the LVS course description.

London Film Academy offers film VFX course

Digit Online reports that the London Film Academy is offering a 16 week film VFX course that will include coverage of Vue. For more details see the "London Film Academy offers film VFX course" on the Digit web site.