So i've started learning how to use 3Ds max with the help of a book, and while its a pain in the ass, it will be worth it in the end.
Im using the 2009 version, and yeah I know its outdated with the release of the new 2010 version, but nobody died from using an old version ;P
As for modelling (or for the troublemakers, the ugly crap in my gallery) its been to a halt, probably until I finish with this tutorial.