Maya Film and Animation Art (CD——ROM disc one)

Author: Lewis
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book introduces the 3D design software Maya in a closely integrated form of basic knowledge, principles, and examples, comprehensively and systematically covering various aspects such as Maya prerequisites, Maya software basics, various modeling methods, material usage, lighting setup, camera application, animation creation, various rendering techniques, PaintEffects tools, particle systems, and dynamics. It can serve as a textbook for art and design-related majors in higher education institutions, a professional tutorial for Maya training courses, and an invaluable introductory guide for beginners learning Maya independently and enthusiasts of computer 3D animation.
This book introduces the 3D design software Maya in a closely integrated form of basic knowledge, principles, and examples, comprehensively and systematically covering various aspects such as Maya prerequisites, Maya software basics, various modeling methods, material usage, lighting setup, camera application, animation creation, various rendering techniques, PaintEffects tools, particle systems, and dynamics.
Combining years of practical work experience, the author explains in a step-by-step manner how to master Maya software operation, summarizes their own experiences in the animation industry, and offers advice for those preparing to pursue a career in animation. To further facilitate readers' learning and mastery of Maya, the author has also recorded video teaching files for the examples in the book, ensuring that readers can understand and learn effectively.
This book can serve as a textbook for art and design-related majors in higher education institutions, a professional tutorial for Maya training courses, and an invaluable introductory guide for beginners learning Maya independently and enthusiasts of computer 3D animation.
The accompanying CD-ROM collects all the example materials, source files, and video teaching files from the book.