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Introduction to Maya - Modeling Fundamentals Vol 1

This course will look at the fundamentals of modeling in Maya with an emphasis on creating good topology. We'll look at what makes a good model in Maya and why objects are modeled in the way they are.

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# 1 03-03-2003 , 08:28 PM

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Okay I don't have a lot of time and I have only the faintest idea about what to do but... I'm in!

I'm thinking automated Hovertank. Something sleek and not too complicated...

I'll try to put up a bit of preliminary modeling once I get the basic design laid out. I would put up some concept art but I know less about Drawing than I do about Maya!

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# 2 03-03-2003 , 09:11 PM

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Sounds like a good idea, user added image

, now we need some sketches, or the start of a model! Could be great if done right user added image

"I should call you sugar maple tree cause i'd totally tap that" haha

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# 3 05-03-2003 , 05:52 AM

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First Wireframe

Okay here it goes. I've finally decided on a tank drone. Basically an automated war machine.

This is the wireframe of the forward section. I need to add the sensor array's, maybe some light(s), maybe a fixed forward weapons array of some sort or a set of articulated hands I'm not sure, and the forward thruster.

comments and suggestions most welcome...

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# 4 05-03-2003 , 05:53 AM

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I must be tired I forgot to add the picture... user added image

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# 5 05-03-2003 , 05:57 AM

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And now I'm off to bed to get an early start on the other 4 CS projects I have going for school user added image

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# 6 05-03-2003 , 06:07 AM

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yes! yes!

this has a facinating shape to it. Look forward to see more of this Gatekeeper!

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# 7 05-03-2003 , 10:27 AM

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nice start user added image

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# 8 05-03-2003 , 10:34 AM

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wow, roman! you have been hard working! all this comments! (joking)

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# 9 05-03-2003 , 10:34 AM

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great to see you entering GateKeeper, have you a good idea on the final look your after yet or just modeing as you go?

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# 10 05-03-2003 , 01:34 PM

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I have the basic shape in mind as well as a couple of doodles for the design. Mostly I've been listening to music (listening to music always helps jog my imagination) and adding/subtracting from the planned final look of the model as it grows.

Thanks for the comments guys! I'll try to get more up ASAP!

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# 11 09-03-2003 , 04:27 AM

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Nother wire

Hello all,

I don't have much of an update but I'll post it anyway. I've been so swamped with school that I havent had much time to devote to this competition user added image

Anyway I started the basic shape of the rear unit that the drone will be pulling along. The drone itself isn't finished but I think I'll add to it all once the basic shape is complete.

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# 12 09-03-2003 , 04:30 AM

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another view

Another view of the rear of the drone showing the engine nacelle of the drone. C & C most welcome.

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# 13 09-03-2003 , 05:17 AM

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:mingun:

Somehow I have managed to corrupt my maya .mb file. Everything I've worked on has been trashed. I'm sorry guys but I think I'm going to sit this one out. I am withdrawing from the competition.

Good luck guys.

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