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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THX1138 - Winter Challenge
Get ready for it..... Nascar Racing. Going to model a bunch of cars, A driver or 2, race track, stadium, ect..... I'm going for cinema a style presentation ( wide screen ).
Wish me luck, I'm gonna need it.
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Good to see you in this one, Nice Idea!
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They will be racing in the scene. I have been considering a few options.Originally posted by bendingiscool:
have you thought about what is going to be happening in your scene? Like if they are racing
1#. From a spectator's point of view in the stands.
2#. From the center of the race track.
3# From another racers perspective.
4#. In front, looking back at all the racers
5#. Looking in the rear view mirror at the racers.
Which one would think might look best?
All the car styles will be the same so all I have to do is just make copies; however, the car textures will be different. Thats where the fun comes in.Originally posted by marlonjohn:
Nice idea, good luck. I hope you have enough time to do the cars as i reckon they can eat up all your time.
Cheers gster123!
I didn't think I could come up with a concept so fast, and since we have over 2 months for this, I just couldn't resist.
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You can have the camera attached to a side mirror, so the shot will show the back side of the car and the other racers behind. I believe this camera shot will beef up the scene's adrenaline factor. As a bonus, how about placing another car that is overtaking in the refection of the camera car's side.
What do you think?
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I am considering the #4 option myself. The intent was to frame as many of the racers as possible in the shot. On your method, is the camera looking at the mirror, and the viewer see's the reflection?
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I think the mirror idea may be the way to go
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Anyway, I'm currently looking for concept pics right know. I found a ton of car pics, and the cars should be a breeze to model. Good pics of the stands are not so easy to find.
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Hmmm think I would wait a little before deciding on that, as your gaterhing ref you'll probably comeaccross many great camera poaitions, or develop where a real camera could not be placed and then go for that one??
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Yeah, i'm going to wait till I have something to work with before I decide on a camera angle. Deciding now would be a mistake.
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