“You guys take AWESOME care of us while we’re here. We’re spoiled. :)” -Laurie A., DOD (Autodesk Maya Advanced Course)
In this Advanced Maya Training Class we will review the basics covered in Intro to Maya and dive further into hard surface modeling, technical modeling, organic modeling, and set modeling. You will learn to use light utilities to build advanced indoor/outdoor lighting rigs, and shaders with advanced texture networks to achieve the best possible results. We will also teach advanced rendering pipelines utilizing Maya Software rendering and the Arnold render engine using Render Layers, Batch Rendering and export the frames to Adobe Photoshop or After Effects to put the final touches on our still and animated shots. Advanced animation workflows and dynamic simulations will also be covered to create the most believable and realistic animation possible. The advanced class is also a great way to learn about all the new Features now bundled with Autodesk Maya like: the extended MASH toolset, 3D Type, Viewport 2.0 with Arnold, and the improved Motion Graphics Toolset used to create complex procedural effects.
This course is currently not on our Public Enrollment Training Calendar. If you are interested, please click the link below to complete our request form.
Duration: 4 Days
Locations for Training:
Prerequisites: Experience with 3D modeling is recommended. Introduction to Autodesk Maya training class or equivalent experience. Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus and commands. Students must be able to open, save, and close applications and files, as well as navigate to other folders.
Job Roles That Use Autodesk Maya:
Artists
Digital Designers
Professional Designers
Projects That Use Autodesk Maya:
Create 3D Applications
Game Development
Architectural Design
Product Design
Day 1
Review of base skill sets and review of Maya Interface changes
Assembling your source material & aligning image planes in Photoshop
Project based product modeling assignment
Photo-realistic object modeling techniques for commercials, props, and sets
Modeling Surfaces with corners and bevels
Modeling Curved Surfaces
UV Unwrapping
Workflow demonstrations
3D Type improvements
Day 2
Semi-complex and complex model workflows & projects
Organic Models & NURBS modeling techniques
Advanced shading networks and the HyperShade Editor
Layered texture vs. layered shader
Creating realistic materials and shaders:
Wood, Iron, Chrome, Copper, Glass
Using 2D & 3D materials
Creating wrapping & Tie textures
Managing Multi UV sets for advanced textures
Day 3
Render Layers review
Maya, Arnold render engine
Intro to Arnold shaders
Intro to Arnold: Ambient Occlusion, Global Illumination
HDRI and Final Gather for IBL Environment textures
1, 2, 3, 3+ lighting models
Using Viewport 2.0 and Arnold
Intro to the MASH toolset
Motion Graphic Tools
Day 4
Advanced Animation workflows and Dynamic Simulations
nCloth Introduction
Rendering & Render setup
Creating a render pipeline
Compositing in After Effects or Photoshop
Tweaking shadows, specular, reflection, and lighting passes in real-time
Creating depth of field & other post effects
Outputting the final composite for editing
Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.
Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.
No certification available
If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!
“You guys take AWESOME care of us while we’re here. We’re spoiled. :)” -Laurie A., DOD (Autodesk Maya Advanced Course)
“The finest class I have ever taken at Think BIG. I honestly couldn’t be happier with how this Advanced Maya class went. The instructor, the content covered, and enjoyment experienced during this training was unmatched. [The instructor] covered so many topics and techniques that I was interested in pursuing but until now never knew how to tackle them. It’s always exciting to learn more about interesting topics, particularly in software I use often and enjoy. I loved this class!” – Jimmy S. – DOD (Advanced Autodesk Maya Training)
“Likely the best class I’ve ever had, certainly the best class I’ve ever had on the subject of Advanced Maya. Best part? Not only did I have fun, but I get to turn around and use everything I learned at work tomorrow. :)” – Laurie B., DOD (Advanced Autodesk Maya Training)
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