NORMAL MAP MAYA How-To Videos & Articles

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How to generate normal maps in Maya

Generate normal maps in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to generate normal maps to add depth to your textures in Maya.

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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

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How to UV map a motherboard box in Maya

UV map a motherboard box in Maya

In this tutorial you will learn how to UV map a motherboard box in Maya. This Maya software tutorial covers basic UV mapping procedures and ...more

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How to apply texture maps to a creature in Zbrush 3

Apply texture maps to a creature in Zbrush 3

This four part tutorial is Lesson 11 in the Zbrush series from Jason Welsh. It explains almost everything you need to know to texture a 3D ...more

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How to use Zbrush generated displacement maps in Maya

Use Zbrush generated displacement maps in Maya

In this rendering lesson we will learn how to set up high quality ...more

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How to fix bent UV maps in Maya with lattice & unfold tools

Fix bent UV maps in Maya with lattice & unfold tools

In this software lesson we will learn how to fix a bent UV map using ...more

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How to create displacement maps in Zbrush for Maya

Create displacement maps in Zbrush for Maya

This covers displacement mapping in a WHOLE new way in the Maya Zbrush workflow. Using Alpha grabs in Zbrush you are able to displace ...more

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How to subscatter particles across a surface in Maya & Zbrush

Subscatter particles across a surface in Maya & Zbrush

This tutorial shows you how to subscatter particles (SSS) across the ...more

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How to bake a normal map

Bake a normal map

This quick 3D modeling software tutorial explains how to bake a normal map in modo 301. Learn how to bake a normal map mesh to mesh using ...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 specular maps to texture a lemon in Maya

Use specular maps to texture a lemon in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to use specular maps to create textures on a lemon in Maya. Lesson files here: http://www.houseoftutorials ...more

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How to use Photoshop smart objects in Maya

Use Photoshop smart objects in Maya

In this software lesson we will learn some techniques on using Photoshop Smart Objects in Maya. Learn how to plug Photoshop files and PSD ...more

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How to debug Zbrush displacement maps in Maya & Max

Debug Zbrush displacement maps in Maya & Max

Debug your Zbrush displacement maps with this handy video. Both in Maya and in 3D Studio Max.

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How to generate diffuse maps in Zbrush for Maya textures

Generate diffuse maps in Zbrush for Maya textures

This video is another in a series on working with Zbrush to create ...more

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How to use normal maps in Blender

Use normal maps in Blender

Learn how to apply a normal map image onto a plane and tweak the effect in Blender.

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How to fix overlapping UVs with UV Shading in Maya 8.5

Fix overlapping UVs with UV Shading in Maya 8.5

When building models in Maya, you don't want the UVs of your object to ...more

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How to add a glow effect to a brick wall with UV sets in Maya

Add a glow effect to a brick wall with UV sets in Maya

In this video we will learn how to create multiple UV sets and use ...more

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How to set up a Doom 3 to Maya workflow

Set up a Doom 3 to Maya workflow

This video is to get you started with the initial setup of the Doom 3 to Maya workflow. Topics covered (in order) are set up, export your ...more

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How to add detail to a normal map in UT3 Editor

Add detail to a normal map in UT3 Editor

This tutorial shows you how to add more details to a normal map for a texture in Unreal Tournament 3 Editor.

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How to paint with normal maps in modo

Paint with normal maps in modo

Devolped by the same team of engineers responsible for LightWave 3D, modo, lowercase, delivers the next evolution of 3D modeling, painting ...more

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Roly-Poly Bridge

Heatherwick Studio's London based rolling bridge is an engineering marvel. Lots of fun, and immensely satisfying to watch (via YouTube, assuming you can't see it in person). From Heatherwick Studio: ...

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Laser Coil Gun Shoots Bullets on Pure Electricity

Wow, kudos to Daniel Eindhoven for his incredible laser-lit coil gun. This bad boy shoots bullets on pure electricity and can shoot up to 85 km/hr. Daniel's specs: Fully semi-automatic, up to 14 shots ...

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