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Big picture concepts

- [Instructor] To be clear from the onset, when working with Cinema 4D, there is no single way of doing things. Multiple routes can get you to the same outcome. It isn't a linear set of processes, and using Cinema 4D encourages artistic freedom of expression. It's also worth pointing out that Cinema 4D comes in several flavors. Now, while most of the tools such as Modeling, Materials, and Lighting in (mumbles) system are present in all versions, my recommendation for getting the most out of Cinema 4D is to invest in the Studio version, as it has everything a professional artist needs. Cinema 4D allows you to work in a flexible manner. You can customize the interface to suit your workflow. So, if you were modeling, come over and choose a modeling layout. If you are doing motion tracking, you can choose the motion tracker layout, and you can also get back to the Standard layout by clicking here, or your Startup layout. Now this could be exactly the same as the Standard layout, or it…

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