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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

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How to use motion samples in RenderMan for Maya

Use motion samples in RenderMan for Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use Motion Samples in RenderMan for Maya. Using RenderMan motion samples allows you to increase the ...more

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How to use fabric in Maya

Use fabric in Maya

This lesson provides a quick introduction to using cloth in Maya.

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How to choose to render Maya scenes with RenderMan or Maya

Choose to render Maya scenes with RenderMan or Maya

In this render lesson we will learn about one of the powerful features ...more

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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

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How to set up a basic animation rig in Maya

Set up a basic animation rig in Maya

In this tutorial you will learn how to setup a basic rig in Maya. Animation rigs are the bone and muscle structures used to animate and move ...more

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How to mirror geometry in Maya the old school way

Mirror geometry in Maya the old school way

Did you know there is more than one way to mirror geometry in Maya? You are probably familiar with the newer mirror tool but there used to ...more

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How to use containers in Maya

Use containers in Maya

This video tutorial demonstrates using Containers to create a cleaner Hypershade window when working in Maya. There are three ways you can ...more

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How to use the compass in Maya

Use the compass in Maya

In this Maya lesson we will learn how to use the Compass - a handy viewing widget - to stylishly transition into alternate camera angles ...more

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How to create a ramped shader to texture multiple Maya models

Create a ramped shader to texture multiple Maya models

In this lesson we will learn how to use nested ramps and our UV layout ...more

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How to render curves in RenderMan for Maya

Render curves in RenderMan for Maya

In this software lesson we will learn how to render curves in RenderMan for Maya. See how to use the shared geometric attributes menu of ...more

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How to bake topology to targets in Maya

Bake topology to targets in Maya

In this Maya lesson we will learn about using the command Bake Topology to Targets. The Bake Topology to Targets tool is used most when ...more

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How to extrude a surface along an animated curve in Maya

Extrude a surface along an animated curve in Maya

In this 3D software lesson we will learn the process of setting up an ...more

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How to make ice cream with Illustrator objects in Maya

Make ice cream with Illustrator objects in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use an Adobe Illustrator object ...more

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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

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How to use anticipation when animating in Maya

Use anticipation when animating in Maya

In this 3D software lesson we will learn about anticipation - one of the 12 principles of animation and how to apply it to animating in Maya ...more

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How to use ASHLI bump shaders in Maya

Use ASHLI bump shaders in Maya

In this Maya lesson we will learn how to use ASHLI bump shaders to make a low polygon mesh look more detailed in real time. Creating ASHLI ...more

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How to use point cloud occlusion in RenderMan for Maya

Use point cloud occlusion in RenderMan for Maya

In this software lesson we will learn how to use Point Cloud Occlusion ...more

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How to use the paint blendshapes tool in Maya

Use the paint blendshapes tool in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use the Paint Blendshapes tool to create new blendshapes in Maya. The paint blendshapes tool is one way ...more

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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

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Creepy Crawler Ant Robot

Wow, this robot has incredible movement. "A-Pod is an ant inspired hexapod robot with a 2 DOF abdomen (tail), a 3 DOF head with large mandibles. 6 legs with 3 DOF each. Total 25 servos ...

Remote Control Your Lawn Mower

Time to make those lazy Sunday afternoons even lazier. Instructables member johndavid400 has posted a full HowTo on modding your lawn mower to operate via remote control. " ...How to make your ...

Why Buy a Car When You Can Build-It-Yourself?

BBC show Top Gear has built a homemade electric car in just 18 hours: the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust. According to Autocar,  "...the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust is a road legal car/shed that ...

Obama! Are You Eating that Chicken Wing Correctly?

Yes, there is a right way and a wrong way to eat a chicken wing. And yes, Obama likes chicken wings just like everybody else does. Here's how you do it, courtesy of Food Wishes (also, here's several ...

SPLAT! Art Made from Everyday Household Items

Tom Friedman. One of my very favorite contemporary artists. Friedman injects the wonder into the humdrum. He creates magic from the unsuspected with his incredible sculptures assembled from simple ...

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