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Model a human head with great edge flow in Maya

How to model a human head with great edge flow in Maya

One of the hardest things to replicate in Maya are human heads. But this makes the whole process seem like child's play. Even if you don't use Maya, this is still a pretty interesting video to check out. See ...

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Model a human body in Maya

How to model a human body in Maya

The anatomy of a human body… a deceptively tricky thing. Not anymore. At least, not in Maya. This super detailed tutorial discusses modeling the human body, from the head to the torso, the legs to the foot ...

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How to use dynamics in Maya

Use dynamics in Maya

This tutorial offers an introduction to how dynamics work in Maya and how to create a passive ground plane and active objects that react to ...more

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How to use dynamics springs in Maya

Use dynamics springs in Maya

This tutorial shows you another method for using dynamic point constraints in Maya to create springs and things.

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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 use four lighting techniques in Maya 7

Use four lighting techniques in Maya 7

This Maya 7 video tutorial teaches you how to use four lighting techniques in Maya 7 from Autodesk. This video is from the "Gam

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How to use hinge constraint dynamics in Maya

Use hinge constraint dynamics in Maya

This two part tutorial covers creating and using hinge constraints in the dynamics part of Maya. Learn how to set active and passive rigid ...more

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How to use hypershade in Maya to create textures

Use hypershade in Maya to create textures

In this tutorial you will learn how to download textures, bring them in to Maya and use them in the Hypershader.

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How to use light and camera choices in Maya 7

Use light and camera choices in Maya 7

This Maya 7 video tutorial teaches you how to use light and camera choices in Maya 7 from Autodesk. This video is from the "May

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How to use menus and shelves in Maya 8.5

Use menus and shelves in Maya 8.5

Check out this two-part video tutorial on Autodesk Maya 8.5. In this video, you'll learn all about how to use the menus and shelves in the ...more

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How to use nurbs curves in Maya

Use nurbs curves in Maya

This three part tutorial shows you how to work with curves in Maya. Start by learning the basics, then learn to use the curve system with ...more

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How to use parenting techniques in Maya 8.5

Use parenting techniques in Maya 8.5

If you want to learn how to use Autodesk Maya 8.5, then starting off in the video could be a good thing for your animation projects. In ...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 use pin constraints in Maya

Use pin constraints in Maya

This 2 part Maya tutorial covers how to use pin constraints and how they differ from dynamic constraints.

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How to use preset hair systems in Maya

Use preset hair systems in Maya

This software tutorial explains how to use the preset Hair systems as well as adding new customized presets within Maya. Adding hair to ...more

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How to use RenderMan and Maya Cloth

Use RenderMan and Maya Cloth

In this lesson we will learn how to apply subdivision schemes to Maya Cloth Surfaces. Learn how to use RenderMan for Maya with cloth objects ...more

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How to use sculpt deformers in Maya

Use sculpt deformers in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to work with deformers and blend shapes in Maya. NOTE: This link is to a Flash version of the first 5 minutes ...more

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How to use selection masks in Maya 8.5

Use selection masks in Maya 8.5

Something that's particularly useful in Autodesk Maya 8.5 is masking. Check out this video tutorial on masking for your animation. There's ...more

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How to use set driven keys in Maya 8.5

Use set driven keys in Maya 8.5

Check out this two-part Autodesk Maya 8.5 video tutorial on creating set driven keys. If you're and animator and your having trouble with ...more

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How to use squash and stretch animation techniques in Maya

Use squash and stretch animation techniques in Maya

In this animation lesson we will learn how to breathe life into a ...more

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How to use the cloth effect in Maya

Use the cloth effect in Maya

This tutorial explores how to create and utilize the cloth effects available in Maya. Specifically, it will go over draping cloth over an ...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 use the hypershade in Maya to create materials

Use the hypershade in Maya to create materials

This lesson will explain how to access the hypershade, create new ...more

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How to use the IK Handle tool for bones in Maya 8.5

Use the IK Handle tool for bones in Maya 8.5

Okay, make some bones with no orientation and watch this Autodesk Maya 8.5 video tutorial. This video will show you the industry standard ...more

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How to use the input box in Maya 8.5

Use the input box in Maya 8.5

This Maya tutorial shows you how to use the Input Box to transform, rename, or select multiple objects quickly. See how to transform your ...more

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How to use the polygon bridge tool in Maya

Use the polygon bridge tool in Maya

This Maya 3D software lesson demonstrates the bridge tool and shows some if its uses. The bridge tool is a polygonal modeling tool that ...more

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How to use the polygon sculpt geometry tool in Maya

Use the polygon sculpt geometry tool in Maya

Learn how to use the sculpt geometry tool to make modeling polygon surfaces much easier when doing 3D modeling in Maya.

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How to use the shared geometric attributes node in Maya

Use the shared geometric attributes node in Maya

In this Maya and RenderMan lesson we will learn how to use the Shared ...more

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How to use the Split Edge Ring Tool in Maya

Use the Split Edge Ring Tool in Maya

In this Maya 3D software lesson we will learn about the Split Edge Ring Tool. The Split Edge Ring Tools allows you to take multiple edges ...more

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How to use the universal manipulator tool in Maya 7 and up

Use the universal manipulator tool in Maya 7 and up

In this lesson we will learn how to use the Universal Manipulator - a ...more

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How to use toon intersection lines in Maya

Use toon intersection lines in Maya

In this lesson we will learn how to use Maya Toon Outlines to make intersection lines between two overlapping objects. The toon outline tool ...more

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How to use viewports in Maya 8.5

Use viewports in Maya 8.5

See how to use viewports in Autodesk Maya 8.5. If your 3D modeling skills are in need of a little refreshing, then watch this five-part ...more

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How to utilize shelves in Maya 8.5

Utilize shelves in Maya 8.5

In your animation workflow projects on Autodesk Maya 8.5, you might need to utilize shelves. In this video, you'll learn how to make a new ...more

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How to work with fields in Maya's dynamics

Work with fields in Maya's dynamics

This two part tutorial covers three different types of forces (fields) available for use withing Maya's dynamics section.

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How to work with geometry in Maya 8.5

Work with geometry in Maya 8.5

Check out this four-part video tutorial on geometry in Autodesk Maya 8.5. You'll learn about extraordinary vertices and non-extraordinary ...more

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How to activate incremental save in Maya

Activate incremental save in Maya

This video shows you how to activate and customize Maya to incremental save.

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How to control joint display size in Maya

Control joint display size in Maya

Learn how to control and change the size joints are displayed in the Maya viewport.

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How to create a chalice in Maya

Create a chalice in Maya

This Maya tutorial shows you how to create a chalice. The basic idea is using a curve to create the profile of your object and sweep or ...more

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How to create a logo in Maya

Create a logo in Maya

In this two part tutorial from Alvaro Castaneda you will learn how to create a logo in Maya. We begin by tracing the logo in a vector app ...more

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How to create correct flowing polygonal geometry in Maya

Create correct flowing polygonal geometry in Maya

This tutorial covers how to make sure your polygon models have good ...more

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How to curve snap in Maya

Curve snap in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to use curve snapping in Maya. It allows you to snap to snap to nurbs curves, isoparms or polygonal edges or ...more

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How to export a model & collision from Maya to Torque

Export a model & collision from Maya to Torque

This tutorial explains how to set up a Maya model to export the model ...more

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How to grid snap in Maya

Grid snap in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to use grid snapping in the Maya viewport.

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How to hide the view cube in Maya

Hide the view cube in Maya

See how easy it is to hide the view cube in the Maya viewport.

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How to import Illustrator files into Maya

Import Illustrator files into Maya

This is a quick tutorial that shows you how to import Adobe Illustrator files into Maya. If you're going to use your illustrator files in ...more

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How to improve lighting quality in the viewport in Maya

Improve lighting quality in the viewport in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to improve the quality of the lighting ...more

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How to make a dynamic chain in Maya

Make a dynamic chain in Maya

Learn how to make a dynamic chain in Maya so that it will react properly when it hits the ground.

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How to manage projects in Maya

Manage projects in Maya

In this Maya video tutorial from CreativeCOW leader Alvaro Castaneda, youll learn why is important to keep everything nice and organized ...more

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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

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How to navigate in Maya

Navigate in Maya

In this video tutorial you will learn about the basics of navigating in Maya. Learn to move around in the viewport of Maya. Check out the ...more

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How to point snap in Maya

Point snap in Maya

Learn how to point snap in Maya in this tutorial. Point snapping allows you to point to any vertex, particle or point.

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How to remove joints in Maya

Remove joints in Maya

This tutorial shows you how to remove joints from an existing joint chain in a Maya skeleton.

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Maya (224 How-Tos)

Deliverance Style Old Dude Creates Fully Automatic Crossbow

I have to say, this thing is pretty awesome. I find the smooth movement of the apparatus mesmerizing. However, I also have to say, the inventor totally gives me the creeps (no offense, old man). Known ...

Horsesurfing (Swear, No Photoshop Used!)

The Brits have contributed a new sport to the world, coined Horsesurfing. Yes, it is just what it sounds like: the combined skill of horseback riding and surfing. According to the Daily Mail ...

New Super Hybrid Kicks Tesla Motors' Butt

Capstone's CMT-380 stealth looking prototype can hit 150mph, compared to Tesla's 125. Tesla better step it up. Says Engadget: "Rather than mixing batteries and a conventional engine, this whip ...

Super Robot Has Powers of Levitation

This robot hasn't levitated any humans yet (especially not pictured Days of Our Lives star Deidre Hall), but it looks like the sky may be the limit with the Robo-Air Jet System. Developed by Aaron ...

Smoke Bombs Make Beautiful Art

What is it about the infamous colored smoke bomb that is so deeply satisfying, so beautiful? Well, first there's an explosion (always fun), which then yields beautiful billowing clouds of saturated ...

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