Learning Autodesk Maya 2010

Author : Autodesk Maya Press
Publisher : Sybex
ISBN 13 : 9781897177556
Total Pages : 640 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Learning Autodesk Maya 2010 written by Autodesk Maya Press and published by Sybex. This book was released on 2009-08-24 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New coverage, art, and tutorials of the latest features of the new Maya 2010 Maya is the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software used in movies, special effects, games, cartoons, short films, commercials, etc. Complex and difficult to learn, the new Maya 2010 features updates to modeling, animation, dynamics, and rendering modules. This invaluable book offers hands-on introduction to the tools and techniques of this fascinating software. Boasting full-color coverage and detailed, step-by-step lessons, the book uses real movie footage from the Yash Raj Films and Walt Disney Pictures feature film Roadside Romeo. You’ll learn the Maya interface and basics of modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects while the DVD provides further reinforcement with its instructor-led tutorial videos. Tackle the latest version of the wildly popular and complex animation and effects software: Maya 2010 Learn to work in 3D space, build a character with polygons, and create and apply shaders and textures Explore particles and dynamics, apply forward and inverse kinematics, and set cameras and lights Discover how to use MEL (Maya Embedded Language) and explore rendering techniques The DVD includes clips from Roadside Romeo, as well as artist interviews and training videos Get animated and start working with Maya today!

Author : Marc-Andrâe Guindon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Learning Autodesk Maya 2010: Foundation written by Marc-Andrâe Guindon and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Autodesk Maya Press
Publisher : Sybex
ISBN 13 : 9781897177532
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Autodesk Maya 2010 written by Autodesk Maya Press and published by Sybex. This book was released on 2009-08-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maya is the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software used in movies, special effects, games, cartoons, short films, commercials, etc. Complex and difficult to learn, the new Maya 2010 features updates to modeling, animation, dynamics, and rendering modules. This invaluable book offers hands-on introduction to the tools and techniques of this fascinating software. This extraordinary, full-color book presents you with clear step-by-step instructions to projects that enhance your understanding of the modeling and animation stages of production using files from the Yash Raj Films and Walt Disney Pictures feature film Roadside Romeo. You’ll learn how to build models with a variety of surface types and then make them move with a range of animation techniques. Instructor-led tutorials are featured on the DVD that will help you grasp best practices from the beginning with the intent of avoiding unnecessary challenges further along in the process. Serves as the next step after you have gained a solid understanding of Maya and you’re ready for 3D modeling and animation Explains polygon and NURBS basics and walks you through modeling a body and head Demonstrates how to work with inverse kinematics, blend shapes, and apply and animate constraints Addresses animating a complete scene, working with lip synching, and using full body IK DVD includes clips from Roadside Romeo, artist interviews, and instructor-led videos This book-and-DVD combo is essential for 3D modeling and animation.

Author : Eric Luhta
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136127496
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Cheat in Maya 2012 written by Eric Luhta and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-03-20 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Maya guide for animators, How to Cheat in Maya 2012 presents everything you need to know about character animation in Maya. Fully updated for the latest revision of Maya, this book provides you with complete, step-by-step walkthroughs of essential animation techniques to increase your efficiency and speed. This is an animator's workflow in book form, written by professional animators-not a software book with a few animation pointers thrown in. In addition to all the gold-mine coverage and interviews with expert animators from the previous edition, How to Cheat in Maya 2012 also features a new in-depth chapter on the principles of animation, updated information on camera settings and animation using Maya's new Camera Sequencer tool, the ins and outs of the brand new Editable Motion Trails tool, new techniques for working with characters in multi-shot animation tests and short films, a new cycles chapter covering actions like flying and walks, time-saving scripts, and advanced tricks with the new Graph Editor. The proven "How to Cheat" series gets you up to speed quickly, and in a way that's fun.

Author : CADCIM Technologies
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781932709759
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Autodesk Maya 2010 written by CADCIM Technologies and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "'Autodesk Maya 2010: a comprehensive guide' introduces the reader to Maya 2010 software, one of the world's leading 3D animation and modeling packages. This textbook covers the new and salient features of Autodesk Maya 2010. The textbook caters to the needs of both the novice and the advanced users of Maya. As a comprehensive textbook, it aims at harnessing the power of Autodesk Maya 2010 for the use of animators and designers. Keeping in view the varied requirements of the users, the textbook first introduces the basic features of Maya 2010 and then gradually progresses to cover the advanced 3D models and animations. This textbook covers all the tools, options, and their applications of Maya 2010 to create the real world objects. Each concept has been thoroughly explained through text, practical examples, tutorials, and exercises."--CADCIM Technologies website, viewed 22 March 2010.

Author : Todd Palamar
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470593288
Total Pages : 425 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Maya Studio Projects written by Todd Palamar and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-12-17 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only hands-on book devoted to mastering Maya's dynamics tools for water, wind, and fire In the world of animation, the ability to create realistic water, wind, and fire effects is key. Autodesk Maya software includes powerful dynamics tools that have been used to design breathtaking effects for movies, games, commercials, and short films. This professional guide teaches you the primary techniques you need to make the most of Maya's toolkit, so you'll soon be creating water that ripples, gusting winds and gentle breezes, and flickering fires the way Hollywood pros do. The one-of-a-kind book is completely project-based. Learn the intricacies of Maya's Dynamics tools and continue to build your skills with projects that increase in complexity. A DVD is included with additional video training. Maya is the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software; Maya dynamics tools create water and other fluids, wind, fire, fur, particles, and more Build professional skills in Maya Dynamics with this project-based guide Put your skills to work by completing a series of projects on water, wind, and fire effects A DVD included with the book provides additional video training Maya Studio Projects: Dynamics is one of a new series of books designed to teach animators and designers fresh skills through project-based instruction. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Author : Ara Kermanikian
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470908130
Total Pages : 418 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introducing Mudbox written by Ara Kermanikian and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-09-16 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the first books on Autodesk's new Mudbox 3D modeling and sculpting tool! Autodesk's Mudbox was used to create photorealistic creatures for The Dark Knight, The Mist, and others films. Now you can join the crowd interested in learning this exciting new digital modeling and sculpting tool with this complete guide. Get up to speed on all of Mudbox’s features and functions, learn how sculpt and paint, and master the art of using effective workflows to make it all go easier. Introduces Autodesk's Mudbox, an exciting 3D modeling and sculpting tool that enables you to create photorealistic creatures for film or games; it is interoperable with Autodesk's 3ds Max and Maya products Explains what digital sculpting is—and what it isn’t—and how to fit it into the pipeline when creating assets for film, television, games, and advertising Shows you how sculpt and paint a model in Mudbox; breaks down the complexities and gets you started right away with interesting projects Helps you set up workflows to cut the time you spend on the technology, freeing you to focus on the creative aspects Includes case studies and examples from industry leaders as well as a DVD with movies, sample project files, MELscripts, and more Develop skills as a digital content creator or visual effects or CG artist with a good understanding of Mudbox and this valuable guide.

Author : Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470768053
Total Pages : 1154 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introducing Maya 2011 written by Dariush Derakhshani and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-29 with total page 1154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical, step-by-step guide to Maya 2011 Four previous editions can’t be wrong: this book is the perfect introduction to 3D and Maya. Learn to build and animate your own digital models and scenes with step-by-step instruction and fun and practical examples, while you draw inspiration from the striking examples included from talented Maya users. You’ll create a simple animation of the planets in the solar system, learn to model a human hand and a decorative box—among other projects—and master all essential tools. Provides a thorough, step-by-step introduction to Maya 2011 Explains the core concepts of CG and working in 3D Covers modeling, rigging, HDRI lighting, mental ray rendering, and more Provides project files on CD and walks you through the creation of several projects; the CD also includes images, movies, and scene files Includes a color insert with pages of striking examples from talented Maya beginners Build your Maya and animation skills from the ground up with this practical, thorough guide. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Author : Michael McKinley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470609338
Total Pages : 479 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Maya Studio Projects written by Michael McKinley and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-20 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use Maya to create realistic environments and props for digital games Weapons, vehicles, tools, buildings, trees, plants, walls, ceilings, and floors-these items may seem secondary to the game environment, but they are integral parts of the game and they all need to be created. Maya Studio Projects: Game Environments and Props is a step-by-step project guide to creating some of the most popular game art. Author Michael McKinley shares techniques for getting the most out of Maya to create realistic, vivid, and compelling worlds and otherworldly props. Along the way, he provides notes and FYIs that give readers depth and breadth for bringing both reality and creativity to their game art. A bonus DVD features step-by-step videos to help drive home concepts. The Studio Projects series offers projects that start from nothing, just as they do in the studio; these books provide you with a step-by-step guide to software attributes and tools that encompass multiple disciplines so that you can create a finished, renderable object Many games have only a few characters, and multiple levels and environments, and hundreds of props-this book focuses on projects and techniques for creating everything but the character Maya is the top 3D app for creating console and computer games such as: Rock Band, Gears of War, James Bond: Quantum of Solace, Fallout 3, and Far Cry 2 Learn effective Maya studio techniques with this handy, step-by-step, full-color book. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Author : Chris Maraffi
Publisher : New Riders
ISBN 13 : 0132798239
Total Pages : 385 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Maya Character Creation written by Chris Maraffi and published by New Riders. This book was released on 2003-09-11 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique, in-depth approach to creating realistic characters in Maya. Maya Character Creation: Modeling and Animation Controls' author, Chris Maraffi, has expertise in the field and in the classroom that translates to the knowledge and solid teaching skills needed to make this book a "must-have"! The current trend in computer graphics is greater organic realism. Many of the top-grossing movies today, such as Spiderman, Lord of the Rings, Jurassic Park 3 , and Star Wars Episode 2, all feature realistic 3D characters. There is a major need in the 3D community for educational material that demonstrates detailed techniques for achieving this organic reality. Maya is one of the main packages used on such cutting-edge films, and has an established toolset for creating believable 3D characters. Maya Character Creation: Modeling and Animation Controls is designed to take you through the process of designing, modeling, and setting up animation controls for complex 3D characters. The concepts, techniques, and Maya tools used for each step in the process are presented in each chapter, followed by many hands-on exercises. NURBS, polygon, and subdivision surface modeling techniques are shown for creating the character's skin, and skeleton-based animation controls are covered in detail. You will learn how a character's skin should deform when the skeletal joints and muscles move. Advanced MEL scripted animation controls are also covered extensively.