I'm considering buying the "Para 3D" plugin for Max. http://torabiarchitect.com/parametric-array/
How long does it take to get up to speed? (I'm trying to decide whether it's worth waiting to learn it until after my deadline, or whether I could actually make something good with it within the week.)
I have no experience with NURBS... which it seems to use extensively. Is it a good idea to learn those well without messing with Para 3D?
Is it better for "happy accidents" than realizing an exact vision?
Also, specifically for Mathsurf, can you get by without knowing the in's and outs of the formulas? In other words, is trial/error sufficient?
Any other thoughts on it, hard-to-find resources, pitfalls to avoid, whether it's worth the money, etc...?
Thanks.
