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Introduction to Maya - Modeling Fundamentals Vol 2

This course will look in the fundamentals of modeling in Maya with an emphasis on creating good topology. It's aimed at people that have some modeling experience in Maya but are having trouble with complex objects.

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Importing 3ds Max files

I've downloaded the Bonus Tools, but I still can't seem to find any way to import the .3ds/ .max file? I saw in another forum that somebody said to...

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by ctbram

16-12-2011|07:40 PM

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2D image plane to 3D object

Hi, I'm trying to use Maya to make a simple 3D animation. I suspect the thing I am trying to accomplish would be easy for someone who is familiar...

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by DapperSwindler

16-12-2011|05:05 PM

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Camera Based Selection ona shortcut

Hi all, I'm wondering if there is a possibility to put the 'Camera Based Selection' function on a shortcut or Icon on a shelf. I was searching for...

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by lecra

16-12-2011|02:28 PM

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Domino Party - Funny Short Film

Colorful and clever storytelling from Studio Ronda in Argentina. Domino Party on Vimeo More of their projects can be found on vimeo and on...

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by Nilla

16-12-2011|01:36 PM

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How would you model this area? | Page: 1 2

I'm modeling a Cobra 427 for work and this one area has had me in a deadlock for 3 days now, must have tried to get it right at least a hundred times...

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by Acid44

16-12-2011|08:49 AM

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viewport "snap"

Hey guys, Just started out with Maya, looking in the documentation and i cant find it, sort of just starting out to bind shortcuts and get a grip...

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by NextDesign

16-12-2011|08:22 AM

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Problems with Joint tool?

I'm trying to rig a character using the joint tool. I'm going into skeleton, joint tool and trying to click to add the joint but nothing is coming...

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by charlie2609

14-12-2011|10:56 PM

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Gi Joe: Retaliation - Trailer

The trailer for GI Joe 2 is out G.I. Joe: Retaliation Exclusive Premiere Trailer - YouTube VFX breakdown for the first movie from...

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by Jay

14-12-2011|02:06 PM

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Creating A Thread for My Newbie Questions | Page: 1 2 3 4 5

My Newbie Questions Thread:playfull: 1- How can I create a 5th panel with out breaking away from the 4 modeling panels by default?:help: 2 -...

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by PenPixels

14-12-2011|09:42 AM

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unraveling internal rotaions of a curve

Ahoi! I have a question concerning the flipping of attached objects to a curve used as motion path. I´d like to do a short movie with a camera...

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by Falott

13-12-2011|06:49 PM

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Alois Nebel - Telling a Story of the Past

This very impressive black and white from the Czech Republic is a contender for Best Foreign Film in the Oscars this year, and it really stands out...

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by Nilla

13-12-2011|10:14 AM

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swift 3d | Page: 1 2

Anyone on here start out using swift? It's a bit buggy and lacks a lot of the powerful tools but it's kind of fun. Also i saw that maya uses the...

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by NextDesign

12-12-2011|12:16 AM

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Help with Particles and Volume Axis Field

I've been working off of a tutorial and everything has been working out perfectly, the only problem is, the particles aren't moving at all. The link...

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by daverave

11-12-2011|04:31 PM

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How to make a low poly wheel rim

Hi pros, Need to build a low poly rim with polygons (No nurbs etc.). http://www.abload.de/img/schilter_felgecu6mz.jpg I have no clue how to do...

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by lecra

11-12-2011|09:29 AM

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Keyshot 3 Is Out Now ;D | Page: 1 2

Got an e-mail a day or two ago about KS 3 being released, anyone who wants a super simple rendering program, which can get amazing results from just...

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by ctbram

10-12-2011|04:20 PM

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some more groboto stuff I found interesting...

This groboto thing makes my inner techno-geek all warm and tingly! WARNING - This is a experimental boolean based modeling package and watching...

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by ctbram

09-12-2011|09:45 PM

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Working With Booleans To Delete Shared Space in Objects

So I've been getting used to the way that Maya uses booleans lately, and it is quickly becoming a large part of the work that I am doing. However, I...

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by ctbram

09-12-2011|03:16 PM

Replies: 7

Funniest video of the week

Must be a nightmare at times to work with customer support at TurboSquid :D What do you mean, it's not real? A Holiday Message from TurboSquid...

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by SilverFeather

09-12-2011|03:10 PM

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3D Printing - Interesting use!

http://techcrunch.com/2011/12/08/up-close-with-a-3d-printed-card-skimmer/ One use for a 3D printer I never even thought about! Not that I...

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by ctbram

09-12-2011|09:14 AM

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Christmas Animation for Red Cross

I really enjoyed this one, stuff, stuff and more stuff! Elastic - Red Cross - Stuff on Vimeo

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by Nilla

08-12-2011|05:42 PM

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oh snap, quick help please?

Hey folks, Running out of time, need a quick answer. hopefully u can. if not i wont be mad. I am using mental ray lighting <indirect lighting>...

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by SilverFeather

08-12-2011|11:37 AM

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polygon plane used for image plane issues

Hi I'm doing a class project that requires image plans as the reference for a model. I created orthographic views for the image planes. I am using...

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by PixalZA

08-12-2011|05:06 AM

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modeling a guitar - curves?

I made the outline for a acoustic guitar body using cv curves and then extruded it. when I render it shows that the top and bottom planes are...

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by mcflurrycca

08-12-2011|03:28 AM

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Combine vs Parent

When making a model with multiple pieces that sit together which is the best to use. Obviously parent is probably better for texturing purposes. when...

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by gubar

07-12-2011|11:57 PM

Replies: 3