Ive been using maya for just over a year now. Was part of my course learning requirement but has now become a hobby and (hopefully) someday a profession. I am currently busy upto my neck with my final project, which is why i havent been able to take part in any of the challenges thus far . Trust me, when i say upto my neck, i mean seriously busy - im 6 ft 4 lol I'll post some of my project WIP when i get some more done...and when I get some goddamn time!!