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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

Replies: 8

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

Replies: 4

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