本教程是由Digital-Tutors机构出品的Softimage 2012灯光照明高级训练教程，时长：1小时45分，使用软件：Softimage 2012或者以上版本，作者：Kyle Green。官方发布时间：2011年6月1日。

SOFTIMAGE XSI是AUTO DESK（AVID公司已经被AUTO DESK公司收购！）面向高端三维影视市场的旗舰产品，以其独一无二真正的非线性动画编辑为众多从事三维电脑艺术人员所喜爱。XSI将电脑的三维动画虚拟能力推向了极致。是最佳的动画工具，除了新的非线性动画功能之外，比之前更容易设定Keyframe的传统动画。是制作电影，广告，3D，建筑表现等方面的强力工具。

SOFTIMAGE公司是加拿大Avid公司旗下的子公司。SOFTIMAGE 3D是专业动画设计师的重要工具。用SOFTIMAGE 3D创建和制作的作品占据了娱乐业和影视业的主要市场,《泰坦尼克号》、《失落的世界》、《第五元素》等电影中的很多镜头都是由SOFTIMAGES 3D制作完成的,创造了惊人的视觉效果。

Digital-Tutors Introduction to Lighting in Softimage 2012

In this collection of lessons we will learn about the essential lighting tools and features found in Softimage. Understanding how the various lighting tools in Softimage work and behave is a very important skill for anyone who is getting started with this 3D application. In this series of lessons, we will discuss the different types of 3D lights found in Softimage, and methods for easily aiming and controlling your lights. We will also explore some of the specialized attributes found in certain light types, we will discuss the different types of shadows available in Softimage, we will see how we can add depth and mood to our scenes though the use of volumetric light rays, as well as many other lighting tools and concepts that will help you establish a solid foundation in Softimage.

教程内容详细目录：共15个教程单元