3D in Flash

Introduction


So far in Flash we’ve learned how to use the toolbar, the timeline, scenes, different kinds of symbols, and motion and shape tweening. Now we will cover how to make some effects and tricks we can do to make our animations look more interesting. We will start by using 3D.


One of the more weaker parts of Flash is 3D. Other software packages such as: 3D StudioMAX, Maya, Pro/Engineer, AutoCAD. There are ways to make 3D and to make objects appear as if they are in 3D, but other software mentioned is much better for creating 3D objects.

Types of 3D



Online Tutorials for making 3D:

  1. Ultra Simple 3D Text

  2. How to make cool 3D text in Flash

  3. Pseudo 3D Orbiting Ball

  4. 3D Rotating Ring

  5. 3D Solar System