Introducing Maya 2011

Four previous editions can’t be wrong: this book is the perfect introduction to 3D and Maya. Learn to build and animate your own digital models and scenes with step-by-step instruction and fun and practical examples, while you draw inspiration from the striking examples included from talented Maya users. You’ll create a simple animation of the planets in the solar system, learn to model a human hand and a decorative box—among other projects—and master all essential tools.

• Provides a thorough, step-by-step introduction to Maya 2011

• Explains the core concepts of CG and working in 3D

• Covers modeling, rigging, HDRI lighting, mental ray rendering, and more

• Provides project files on CD and walks you through the creation of several projects; the CD also includes images, movies, and scene files

• Includes a color insert with pages of striking examples from talented Maya beginners
  

Build your Maya and animation skills from the ground up with this practical, thorough guide.

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