Introducing Autodesk Maya 2012

Author : Dariush Derakhshani
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ISBN 13 : 9788126531790
Total Pages : 640 pages
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Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118088522
Total Pages : 658 pages
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Download or read book Introducing Autodesk Maya 2012 written by Dariush Derakhshani and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-29 with total page 658 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical, step-by-step guide to Maya 2012 This book is the ideal primer to getting started with Maya, the premier 3D animation and effects software used in movies, visual effects, games, cartoons, short films, and commercials. You'll learn the Maya interface and the basics of modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects. Professional visual effects artist and instructor Dariush Derakhshani explains the nuances of the complex software, while creative tutorials offer realistic, professional challenges for those new to 3D. You'll be up and running in no time with the world's most popular professional 3D software application. Provides a thorough, step-by-step introduction to Maya 2012 Explains the core concepts of CG and working in 3D Covers modeling, rigging, HDRI lighting, mental ray rendering, and more Concepts are reinforced with tutorials that offer realistic challenges and clear explanations Color insert provides real-world examples from talented beginning Maya users Build your Maya and animation skills from the ground up with this practical, thorough guide.

Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 0429956444
Total Pages : 930 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Author : Todd Palamar
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118148525
Total Pages : 1031 pages
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Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118130561
Total Pages : 656 pages
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Author : Todd Palamar
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118148533
Total Pages : 1268 pages
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Download or read book Mastering Autodesk Maya 2012 written by Todd Palamar and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-07-07 with total page 1268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The exclusive, official guide to the very latest version of Maya Get extensive, hands-on, intermediate to advanced coverage of Autodesk Maya 2012, the top-selling 3D software on the market. If you already know Maya basics, this authoritative book takes you to the next level. From modeling, texturing, animation, and visual effects to high-level techniques for film, television, games, and more, this book provides professional-level Maya instruction. With pages of scenarios and examples from some of the leading professionals in the industry, author Todd Palamar will help you master the entire CG production pipeline. Provides professional-level instruction on Maya, the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software used in popular films, games, and commercials Covers the very latest Maya 2012 tools and features, including the new fluid simulation tools Showcases the techniques of professionals through numerous examples, demonstrating how to set up and manage 3D animation and visual effects pipelines Includes challenging tutorials and real-world scenarios from some of the leading professionals in the industry If you're looking for an in-depth, professional Maya resource to turn to again and again, this is the book you need.

Author : Todd Palamar
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ISBN 13 : 9788126532391
Total Pages : 976 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118732448
Total Pages : 1265 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470768053
Total Pages : 1154 pages
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Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 111823846X
Total Pages : 656 pages
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