[Han Tzu]

Well I am in almost the opposite position as you. I was taught a little bit by the guy who animated last year. Not nearly enough. Now I have used MAX non-stop for this school year, and while my modeling and animation has become excellent, as well as my use of cameras, lights and forces. But, for the life of me, I cannot do materials! I cant really make things metallic or glossy or shiny. I can sort of make them see through, but I cannot make things look too realistic.
Thankfully, my friend Roger exists. He and I are the onyl ones that really know MAX, and unfortunately, none fo the teachers know it. So, I am screwed as far as it goes.