T0661 - Digital Tutors - Animating Cartoon Characters in Maya

Learn customization techniques for adding details to your car models with nearly 3 hours of interactive training. Great for intermediate users.

Popular highlights include:

• Polygon Modeling


• Sub-D Modeling


• High Dynamic Range Images (HDRI)


• Shader Network Creation


• Dirt maps


• Adobe Illustrator Curves


• Applying Textures


• Rendering in mental ray


• Bonus Textures from Total Textures

Lesson Outline:

1.	Introduction and project overview	1:31
2.	Setting up Image Planes	6:06
3.	Working with the Supporting Arm of the Spoiler	6:24
4.	Converting Support Arm to Subdivision Surface, Adding Creases	5:59
5.	Building the Wing and End Pieces for the Spoiler	8:18
6.	Building the Recess in the Rear Bumper for the Tailpipe	7:03
7.	Building the Tailpipe	6:35
8.	Building the Air Intakes for the Ground Effects	8:56
9.	Building Air Scoops for the Hood	6:03
10.	Building the First Curve for the New Tire Rims	6:31
11.	Building the Curves for the Lug Nut Sockets	7:11
12.	Building the Final Curves for the Tire Rims	7:39
13.	Creating Geometry for the Rims	5:43
14.	Finishing the Tire Rim	8:14
15.	Creating a Decal for the Car Hood	8:55
16.	Assembling a Car Paint Shader	6:53
17.	Applying the Decal to the Hood	7:40
18.	Creating the Mud Map for the Front of the Car	6:43
19.	Creating the Additional Textures and Decals for the Side of the Car	8:16
20.	Assigning Side Textures and Decals in Maya	8:51
21.	Creating Geometry for the Front Grill	5:06
22.	Finishing the Front Grill	9:42
23.	Fixing Reversed Textures	12:01
24.	About Textures Used in this Kit	0:46