MAYA CHARAACTER MODELING

Follow these maya charaacter modeling tutorials to learn all about maya charaacter modeling with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Model objects using blendshapes in Maya, Model with the poly crease tool in Maya, and Subdivide primitives interactively in Maya 8.5.

You'll also find several great software tutorials in the Software category.

How to model objects using blendshapes in Maya

Model objects using blendshapes in Maya

In this Maya lesson we will learn how to use Blendshapes during the modeling process to add flexibility to our model. Learn how to use Maya ...more

B+ 6:05
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 8,001

How to model with the poly crease tool in Maya

Model with the poly crease tool in Maya

In this Maya 7 and up modeling lesson we will learn how to use the poly crease tool. The poly crease tool is one of the Maya tools used in ...more

B+ 3:32
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 4,455

How to subdivide primitives interactively in Maya 8.5

Subdivide primitives interactively in Maya 8.5

This 3D modeling tutorial demonstrates how to modify the number of ...more

B 2:49
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,205

How to modify textures in Maya to match model uv's

Modify textures in Maya to match model uv's

Sometimes it's too hard to change the uv's of a Maya model to match the textures. If this is your problem, watch this tutorial and learn how ...more

B 6:14
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 4,262

How to set up image reference planes in Maya

Set up image reference planes in Maya

Learn how to setup a Reference Plane to use for modeling objects in Maya. A reference plane or image plane in Maya is used as a template to ...more

B 5:07
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 3,876

How to model a basic candle in Maya

Model a basic candle in Maya

This software tutorial teaches you how to model a basic candle out of polygons in Maya. Polygonal modeling is the easiest to learn so follow ...more

B 9:24
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,544

How to model a dolphin in Maya

Model a dolphin in Maya

In this 3D modeling software series you will learn how to model organically with polygons in Maya. For this example, you will learn how to ...more

A 10:39
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 2
Views 8,353

How to smooth proxy objects in Maya

Smooth proxy objects in Maya

ets face it: modeling in polygons in Maya is a rough way to make organic objects. In comes the smooth player: subdivision proxy objects ...more

B+ 6:05
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 1
Views 3,636

How to snap points in Maya 8.5

Snap points in Maya 8.5

This 3D modeling software tutorial will show you how to snap points in Maya 8.5. There are multiple ways to snap points which will be ...more

B+ 5:49
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 2
Views 4,415

How to model a human ear in Maya

Model a human ear in Maya

The ear appears to be such a complicated modeling task that many just give up or settle for low quality. This tutorial shows you how to do ...more

B 9:30
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 0
Views 6,914

How to add resolution to geometry in Maya

Add resolution to geometry in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use the Offset Edge Loop tool in Maya. The Offset Edge Loop tool can be used to add resolution to ...more

B 3:28
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,443

How to generate normal maps in the Maya surface sampler tool

Generate normal maps in the Maya surface sampler tool

In this Maya lesson we will learn the process of making normal maps ...more

B 6:13
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,856

How to model using Illustrator objects in Maya

Model using Illustrator objects in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use Adobe Illustrator Objects in Maya to make complex meshes that you can easily update. Use the ...more

B 8:06
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,496

How to use Constructive Solid Geometry in RenderMan for Maya

Use Constructive Solid Geometry in RenderMan for Maya

In this rendering lesson we will learn how to use Constructive Solid ...more

B 14:00
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,040

How to model a human torso in Maya

Model a human torso in Maya

A demonstration of how to model a human torso simply and effectively using image planes in Maya. This is a detailed tutorial but it will ...more

A- 7:11
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 6
Views 11,004

How to use the split polygon tool in Maya

Use the split polygon tool in Maya

This 3D modeling software tutorial shows you how to use the split polygon modeling tool in Maya. Learn how to use the split polygon tool to ...more

A- 5:04
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 0
Views 4,308

How to model an eyelid and socket around an eyeball in Maya

Model an eyelid and socket around an eyeball in Maya

In this Maya lesson we will learn how shape an eyelid and socket ...more

B- 5:46
Curated 2 years ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 0
Views 3,610

How to use the smooth proxy tool in Maya 7.0

Use the smooth proxy tool in Maya 7.0

Smooth Proxy is a great tool for polygon modeling in Autodesk's Maya 7.0. This video tutorial will get you introduced to how to use the ...more

B+ 4:38
Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 0
Views 1,934

How to add new cameras in Maya to reference more images

Add new cameras in Maya to reference more images

In this Maya lesson we will learn how to create a new orthographic ...more

B 7:07
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 2,949

How to model a human body in Maya

Model a human body in Maya

This tutorial series shows you how to model anatomy of the human body in Maya and gives specific tips on how to eventually be able to do it ...more

A- 21:32
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 7
Views 20,890

Refine

MAYA CHARAACTER MODELING (182 How-Tos)

Previous Page12345...10Next Page

HowTo: Photograph a Speeding Bullet

In light of our recent post, Art Borne From the Barrel of a Gun, here's a thorough guide to building your own bullet capture system via robotics site Glacial Wanderer. Says Hack a Day: "A pair of ...

Soba Noodle Champion Slurps 399 Bowls in 10 Minutes

Eat your heart out, Joey Chestnut. There's a new super-speed-eater in town, and she means business. 45-year-old Hatsuyo Sugawara downed an incredible number of 399 bowls of soba noodles in just ten ...

High Fashion Invisible Shoes

Fashion designer Andreia Chaves of São Paulo has created some optically stunning, "invisible" shoes. Constructed with mirrors, the shoes blend into their environment, chameleon-style ...

Get Yourself a Doppelganger Robot This Christmas (Just $225K)

This holiday season, two lucky consumers will have the opportunity to purchase a robot twin, specially made by Japanese robotics firm Kokoro. Says Pink Tentacle, "Department store operator Sogo ...

Holiday HowTo: DIY Felt Ball Wreath

Fed up with your boring ol' traditional holiday wreath? Ditch the greenery and go extra festive this year with this felt ball wreath HowTo, courtesy of Norwegian craft blog Pickles. P.S. You'll need ...

loading...