# Learning Autodesk Maya: Foundation is a full-color book that offers students a hands-on approach for learning how to use Maya, the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software. You will work with real movie footage, interactive tutorials and step-by-step lessons to understand the basics of modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects. The companion DVD, which includes instructor-led tutorial videos and other resources for extended learning, will further reinforce the topics covered in the book so that you can become better acquainted with the Maya User Interface.
DVD Companion Included

This presentation has a special focus on working with expressions. You will learn how to combine particle systems and fluids to produce a wide variety of effects. Learn how to make full use of fluids by writing expressions. Master water related effects such as creating foam on an ocean surface using both particles and fluids. Learn to create highly effective gaseous effects as wel as flames and explosions. Understand how to work with fluid textures plus hints on how the fluid Navier-Stokes solver of Maya an be used for crowd simulation and more. Included with this video are presenter notes and dozens of Maya files for you to use as you learn.

Learning Autodesk Maya: Foundation is a full-color book that offers students a hands-on approach for learning how to use Maya, the industry-leading 3D animation and effects software.

This presentation has a special focus on working with expressions. You will learn how to combine particle systems and fluids to produce a wide variety of effects. Learn how to make full use of fluids by writing expressions. Master water related effects such as creating foam on an ocean surface using both particles and fluids. Learn to create highly effective gaseous effects as wel as flames and explosions. Understand how to work with fluid textures plus hints on how the fluid Navier-Stokes solver of Maya an be used for crowd simulation and more. Included with this video are presenter notes and dozens of Maya files for you to use as you learn.

An complete guide to realistic muscle simulation in Maya
Create realistic muscle and skin motion and become productive with the flexible Maya Muscle tools and workflow, while learning creative techniques for enhancing character performances. Contains over 3 hours of project-based training. Perfect for artists learning Maya Muscle.

Learn an artist-oriented workflow to concept development; polygon modeling, lighting, and rendering. Provides nearly 7 hours of project-based training on conceptual vehicle modeling for use in film, games, and design. Perfect for new and experienced artists.

An in-depth guide to learning character animation and body mechanics.
Easily learn character animation and the body mechanics involved for lifting heavy objects and add style, personality, and life to you next animation. Contains nearly 7 hours of project-based training. Perfect for beginning and experienced...

This bundle allows you access to the entire library of video curriculum originally designed for the Mastering Maya: The Fundamentals Online Class. This bundle allows you to get your hands on these incredible videos without having to deal with the time constraints and scheduling of the actual online class. Learn at your own pace as we guide you step-by-step through the process of growing from a Maya beginner into a true Maya master!

This presentation has a special focus on working with expressions. You will learn how to combine particle systems and fluids to produce a wide variety of effects. Learn how to make full use of fluids by writing expressions. Master water related effects such as creating foam on an ocean surface using both particles and fluids. Learn to create highly effective gaseous effects as wel as flames and explosions. Understand how to work with fluid textures plus hints on how the fluid Navier-Stokes solver of Maya an be used for crowd simulation and more. Included with this video are presenter notes and dozens of Maya files for you to use as you learn.

Award-winning Autodesk® Maya® software is a powerful, integrated 3D modeling, animation, effects, and rendering solution. Because Maya is based on an open architecture, all your work can be scripted or programmed using a well-documented and comprehensive API (application programming interface), or one of two embedded scripting languages. This, combined with an industry-leading suite of 3D tools, means Maya enables you to realize your creative ideas.

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