Best 3D Animation Software for Mac

If you are a Mac user then you will have experienced the sometimes frustrating job of finding suitable software at an affordable price.

When I was searching for 3D animation software a year or so ago, it was actually quite surprising how much software was available out there. The problem was really deciding on which was the best 3D animation software for Mac as opposed to finding any software at all!

Firstly, I had to consider the price of course. Secondly, I needed to consider the type of 3D modelling I wanted to actually do. As an amateur, I wanted to try different genres to try and find my calling.

So, there commenced a long-winded month of research, browsing the internet for reviews and other peoples opinions etc.

I actually ended up creating a small website of reviews and advice on the best 3D animation software for Mac and also for PC because I ended up with so much information. The website address is at the bottom of this article and provides reviews of many different 3D animation software packages.

My main advice is to start off small and work your way up. Don't spend loads of money on something you may end up not using very much or get bored of.

The product I ended up with will actually surprise many of you. It was a decision I made for 2 main reasons. Firstly, financially it suited my pocket. Secondly, I felt it was the best product to give me the grounding and learning that I needed in order to decide if I wanted to invest more money on a more professional product further down the line.

The 3D software I primarily purchased was Illusion Mage and it did me proud for the first year of my animating 'career'. I have since upgraded to Poser 9 but I learnt all I needed with Illusion Mage and at a great price too.

There have been many bad things spread about the internet when it comes to Illusion Mage. But I purchased it for under $50 and it was brilliant.

Illusion Mage is designed for both beginners and advanced users. As a beginner myself I was amazed at how user friendly the package was. Unlike the free 3D animation software I'd downloaded before, with Illusion Mage I began to create digital animation immediately. No more tearing my hair out for days trying to get the simplest action done!

The package comes with an extensive video tutorial which explains everything you need to know about the 3D animation program and step-by-step instructions on what to do for beginners. Combined with the manuals it all makes the learning process far easier.

If you are anything like me then you'll want to get started immediately. But I thoroughly advise that you spend a couple of hours watching the videos and reading the manuals as it will save you loads of time later on.

If you are a beginner like I was then you'll be able to create your first animation model in just a few hours. Like anything in life, a bit of patience is needed in the early stages but you won't regret this purchase when you start seeing the results.

Visit: www.IllusionMage.com