Model Obscuration

This is the second project in my 3D art class. We had to create a sculpture (once again using simple shapes), place it on top of pedestal and then place lights around the shape to create some interesting-looking shadow.

Of course, other students in the class had more impressive sculptures, but hey, I prefer simplicity.

Things that I learned about 3DS Max 8 is that it doesn't simulate reflected light, so we have to create some ambient light to see the room and smaller lights to simulate light bouncing off walls and other objects.

As for the shadow, it was all just a simple click on a box that said, "Shadow."