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Old 23-09-2003, 10:29 AM   #1
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Hi y'all!

I have LW7 recently and updated it to LW7.5c

I have a little experience in 3D modeling, but LW is completely new to me. What book is best to start with for a newbie like I am?
In the Netherlands there are two books available for LW7:
- LightWave 3D 7.5 by N. Boughen
- Inside LightWave 7 by D. Ablan

What book is better in your opinion to start with?

Thanx in advance.
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Old 23-09-2003, 10:36 AM   #2
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Dan Ablan's books are always the best complement to the Lightwave Manual so start with that...
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Old 23-09-2003, 10:42 AM   #3
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I would put my vote on Inside Lightwave 7, a very good book in my oppinion.
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Old 23-09-2003, 11:16 AM   #4
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Okay, I buyed 'Inside LightWave 7' by Dan Ablan. Hope I made a good purchase!
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Trust me ... you won't be disappointed
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Old 23-09-2003, 05:29 PM   #6
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Ditto on Inside Lightwave 7. You may also consider buying Essential Lightwave by Timothy Albee. Essential Lightwave is good for people without any LW or 3D experience at all.
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Old 23-09-2003, 07:14 PM   #7
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The nice thing is that these days there are a load of tutorials out there that help to get you on your way. There certainly weren't that many when I started out and I had to feel my way around. Inside Lightwave is essential reading - it gives you a good start and will also give you confidence when it comes to trying out projects of your own. Good luck with it!
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