For the BEGINNING to INTERMEDIATE level XSI texture and mapping enthusiast
or anyone interested in just learning more about object mapping and
unwrapping using SOFTIMAGE|XSI.

This new tutorial is more than 11 (ELEVEN) HOURS long, and consists of a
self-paced project based training course consisting of 14 modules and 102
video lectures! The purpose of this series is to introduce you to essential
UV concepts within SOFTIMAGE|XSI and will show you ways that the XSI texture
editor can be used using manual methods to map, unwrap and manage UV's for
optimal results.

Ask yourself...

Does the very thought of UV mapping make feel a bit anxious?
Have you had trouble UV mapping everyday objects or even complex characters?
Are you confused or annoyed by the XSI texture editor and want to learn how to
use it to map and unwrap your 3D objects efficiently and effectively?
If you answered YES to any of these questions then 3dtutorial.com has the
perfect training solution for you...

XSI - Production Solutions and Tips, Series 2, Volume 1
(Getting Started & UV's) by Bernard Lebel.

Sure, recent advancements in UV unwrapping technology such as pelt mapping
have made the job of unwrapping objects faster and sometimes easier, but
beware even these new solutions don't work as expected 100% of the time.
Because as a 3d production artist you can't always rely on automated
solutions such as pelt mapping to save you in a pinch, it is crucial that
you fully understand and have the requisite skill set to be able to
effectively map, unwrap, optimize and pack 3d object UV's manually.

Manual UV mapping and unwrapping is an essential skill and Bernard Lebel
will teach you the production proven techniques that will enable you to
tackle even the most difficult UV mapping & unwrapping projects with ease!