is there a limit to how far you can zoom out in 3dmax? I'm doing masterplan on a large site and zoom out stops at a certain point. Is there a way to override this? thanks.
In our company (there are 200 of us architects/techs) we design w/ revit and render w/ max. Even the hardcore 3d guys are expected to be revit savy. So the part about skipping BIM might not apply to everyone.
In my quote, i stipulate very clearly that working files (psd, max) are not included and if they need those it will be an additional cost. There was one time, when the architect asked for a psd file, since they can't decide whether to include, exclude or ghost some of the trees. So I gave them a flattened psd with only the trees in a separate layer.
Which part of Canada is that and I'll move there. C$2500-4000 (1600-2700 euro) is what visualizers charge for a multi-story/ multi-family (something like 200 units condo) render.
Stephen, for your $345 image-does that include revisions? How do you deal with revisions?
Anything you want to publish, ask your client's permission first. If you are contracting work from an architect, the architect has a confidentiality agreement with the client that you may not be privy to. If you are working directly with a developer, there are marketing issues or approval issues than may be sensitive. Best to ask their permission first.
What's your educational background? architecture, graphics, etc? If you're looking at archviz firms, that would be tough to get into with your portfolio. If you're looking at arch'l firms- they're more inclined to hire arch grads. With regards to your portfolio, there's just very limited samples. And from what you show- texturing, lighting, compositing can be improved on. Good luck.
I'm doing some work for a client on an hourly rate. Every first image- I charge on a per image basis, subsequent changes and revisions on an hourly rate. they can make the revisions to their heart's content. I didn't ask for deposit and they would give me the go signal to invoice, i usually go 3-6 weeks without billing. So far they're giving me $15-20,000 yearly income. I took a leap of faith when i accepted the job, thank god they turn out decent clients.
Very interesting thread. Don't mean to hijack the thread but just bought a copy of the graphic novel "Batman: Death by Design". Architecture is front and center of the plot, but a lot of the things in the novel still says how little the common man knows about architecture.
I also interviewed for a viz job, as part of the hiring process they gave me a project and a timeframe and a small compensation (about 1/4 of the normal rate). I was told this is standard industry paractice as it is very difficult to gauge an applicant's skill by just looking at their portfolio. I thought I did a good job but maybe somebody was better (I was not hired). In this climate, Employers are also very cautious and wants to hire the right person. Kindly tell him that you have given him enough of your free time and If you want to continue further he needs to hire you. Tha fact that he's proactive is a sign he's leaning on hiring you. but then again, do you really like to work with this kind of employer?
