Learn Maya - Intro to 3D Box Modeling Techniques with Maya

Name: Learn Maya - Intro to 3D Box Modeling Techniques with Maya
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Learn the basic concepts of box modeling in Maya with polygonal shapes building a portfolio ready model

Created byKyle Pew • 2,000,000+ Students

Last updated 12/2016

English

What you'll learn

Master key 3D modeling concepts to efficiently model with primitive shapes
Learn common hotkeys to become more productive throughout your modeling workflow
Navigate effectively in 3D space, speeding up production when modeling
Produce 3D models from start to final model all within Maya

Course content

4 sections • 22 lectures • 2h 5m total length

Introduction to Course Topics3:06
During this lecture you will be introduced to the topics of the course

Intro to 3D Environment

Working with 3D Primitive Shapes (Cubes)

Using the Channel Box to manipulate shapes

Activating and Using transform tools

Working with the Object Mode and Sub Object Modes (Vertex, Edge and Face)

Working with common polygon modeling tools (Cut and Extrude)

Getting Comfortable with Navigating 3D Space8:20
During this lecture you will be introduced to working in 3D Space within Maya's Perspective Viewport.

How to move the camera along each axis

Zoom

Keyboard and mouse hotkeys
Commit these to Memory0:17
There are a handful of keyboard and mouse commands that you will use constantly. Memorize this early and become more productive as you work in 3D space within Maya.
Working with the Channel Box in Maya10:24
During this lecture you will be introduced to how you can manipulate simple objects through Maya's Channel Box

Translate

Rotate

Scale

Sub Divisions
Editing Primitive Shapes with the Transform Tools5:10
During this lecture you will be introduced to working with Maya's Transform tools to work with objects in the viewport

Move Tool (Translate)

Rotate Tool

Scale Tool
More to commit to memory0:11
Memorize these hotkeys to boost your productivity working within Maya
Working with Sub Object Modes9:59
During this lecture you will learn how to manipulate an object at the sub component level

Vertex

Face

Edge
Working with the Cut Tool9:49
During this lecture you will learn how to add additional geometry to an object by using the Cut Tool. Using the Cut Tool will allow to place cuts on your objects adding additional Edges, Faces and Verts that you can then control through the Transform tools.
Working with the Extrude Tool8:26
During this lecture you will learn how to use the Extrude tool in order to extrude faces on your geometry, adding geometry that can then be transformed to refine your object.
Basic 3D Modeling Concepts Quiz

Model 1: Viewing the Completed Model2:48
During this lecture you will get a peek at the final model that you are about to build. This all starts with a simple cylinder primitive shape
Model 1: Gathering Reference Materials2:51
During this lecture you will be remind to look at reference material before jumping into the application and starting your model
Model 1: Creating the Rough Model (BASE)10:09
During this lecture you will start the model by roughing the model out before any detail is started. Get the whole basic form out before any detail is added
Model 1: Creating the Rough Model (TOP)4:38
During this lecture you will continue the rough stages throughout the rest of the model
Model 1: Adding Some Detail to the Base7:30
During this lecture you will begin added some detail to the base of the pillar
Model 1: Using the Edge Loop Tool on the Base3:06
During this lecture you will be introduced to a tool in Maya to help streamline the process of selecting Edges around a model
Model 1: Modeling the Crank7:34
During this lecture you will use the Extrude tool to begin creating the crank at the base of the model
Model 1: Separating the Crank from the Pillar Geometry3:53
During this lecture you will be introduced to what it will take in order to animate portions of a model
Model 1: Adding Details to the Top7:49
During this lecture you will continue to add detail to the model
Model 1: Duplicating Geometry8:41
During this lecture you will learn how to duplicate geometry becoming more productive in doing so
Model 1: Separating the Top from the Pillar4:28
During this lecture you will finish of the model by separating the top of the pillar from the shaft
Model 1: Animating the Crank5:17
During this lecture you will get a quick simple preview of adding keyframe animation to the model you have created.

Requirements

In order to follow along with the course and use any example files provided you will need Maya loaded on your computer. You can download a one month trial version from AutoDesk

Description

POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS IN 3D

3D modeling is part of a huge industry that includes; movies, television, product design, video games and many more. As a 3D modeler it is your job to take a conceptual design (pencil and paper) and build it in 3D space within the computer (Maya). The magic that you will feel and master as your model begins to take life is something that you will want to experience many times over.

BEGIN WITH THE BASICS

This course will quickly introduce you to the basics that you will use to build your career upon. The basics aren't something that you will learn and then forget, but they will stick with you from day one throughout the rest of your career. You will learn to master 3D space and working with primitive shapes that will take a on a life of their own as you breathe life into them pulling, pushing and twisting the geometry wherever your imagination takes you.

Some of the topics you will master during this course will include:

Basic 3D Concepts
Working with Basic Primitive Shapes (Cubes)
Accessing Sub-Component Modes of Your Shapes to Build Complex Model
Common 3D Modeling Tools Found in Maya
and more...

After mastering the basics you will then move on to creating a portfolio ready model. Through the step-by-step instruction you will take the knowledge you are mastering and create this model from scratch, starting with nothing more then a 3D cylinder.

Join this course and begin your journey from novice 3D modeler to paid professional. the journey maybe long at times but well worth the time invested!

Who this course is for:

This intro to mastering 3D box modeling course was designed to give beginners in 3D modeling a quick entry point into mastering the skills necessary to build production quality models.

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Course content

Introduction to Course Topics and Material1 lecture • 3min

Mastering 3D Space and Box Modeling Concepts8 lectures • 53min

Model 1: Modeling a Pillar12 lectures • 1hr 9min

Congratulations - You Completed the Course1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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