Nope, but I've read up a lot about what is done thats how I know those terms.Originally posted by Jay
Animation, rigging and skinning? have you done 3d before?
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That's really a tough question to answer. It all depends on your learning style, your training, your passion for 3D, etc.Originally posted by Nishua
Thank you. Typically, how long does it take someone to become good as using a software like maya. I don't mind putting in the work and I plan on working for at least 1 hour or more everyday. Trying to turn this into a hobby.
By good I mean high res characters, with full lighting, full animation similar to models found in next generation games. Maybe even some movie production stuff. Ok, enough talking its time to get started. From your post it sounds like I have a lot to learn.Originally posted by Jr.Who
It also depends on what you mean by good.
They're not literally used in Maya, but things like PS for texturing, so they do help a lot.Originally posted by Nishua
Thanks for your help and information Jay. I have one last question should I get one of those graphics pads that are used for drawing? (Graphics Tablet ?) Or are those type of devices not necessary for a software like Maya? I know they are used for CAD ?