Pro Series: Maya 2012 – Essentials: Modeling, Texturing, Lighting
Introductory Maya® training with Maya® animation experts
This course provides new or self-taught users with a strong foundation in Maya® and its work flow. It ties together the methodology of Maya’s® work flow to enable more efficient production. Maya® is the world’s leading 3D package for feature film production and is also a standard for the video-game industry. Because of its broad and deep tool set, Maya® is the choice of thousands of game artists, film makers, illustrators, architects and digital artists (to name just a few types of creative professionals that use Maya®).
In this course you’ll learn about the software’s interface and production pipeline, plus get hands-on experience with the core aspects of 3D production: modeling, materials, lighting and rendering. Polygonal modeling will be explored through this course, as well as material creation and management and how it relates to effective UV layouts. All of these assets will be lit with theory-based hands-on lighting and rendering exercises. This course is a comprehensive overview of Maya® fundamentals and will open the door to a whole new world of efficient and powerful digital creation.
What You’ll Learn: Maya 2012 – Essentials: Modeling, Texturing & Lighting
| Course Content | Software Used |
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• Maya® interface • Maya® work flow • Production pipeline • Polygonal modeling tools • Extrusions, Cut Faces tool, Interactive Split tool, Soft Mod tool, Sculpt Geometry tool & more • Basic NURBS modeling techniques • UV Layout • Material creation • Lighting • Basic rendering |
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Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects, which they keep.
Who Should Attend: Maya 2012 – Essentials: Modeling, Texturing & LightingPro-Series Courses Open to Advanced Teens (15 & Older), College Students & Adult Learners | Beginner – Advanced | Open to all aspiring 3D artists, filmmakers and game designers.
This class is designed for anyone looking to learn essential Maya® techniques and who prefers hands-on and interactive instruction to best explore its functionality.
Related Courses: You May Also Be Interested In…
| Course Title | Quick Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maya® 2012 – Character Creation: Modeling, Texturing & Rigging | 3D modeling training with Maya experts | 1 Week |
| Maya® 2012 – Animation: Principals of Animation | Explore Maya’s dynamic animation and visual features | 1 Week |
| Motion Graphics & Visual Effects w/ Adobe® After Effects® & Photoshop CS5® | Experience digital photography and Adobe Photoshop CS5 | 1 Week |
| After Effects® Studio – Advanced Techniques | Explore web design with: HTML 5, CSS3 & Java Script | 1 Week |
Questions about a course or additional weeks at DMA? Ready to register? Please call 866.656.3342 for more information and to speak with a Guest Experience Representative.
Fees & Additional Options: Maya 2012 – Essentials: Modeling, Texturing & Lighting
| Options | Price | Duration | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (base price) | $1,395 | 1 Week, Mon-Fri | Lunch not included |
| Lunch Plan (for non-residential students) | add $65 | 1 Week, Mon-Fri | 5 lunches |
| Residential Program – Stanford | add $975 | 1 Week, Sun-Fri (weekend add’l) | 3 meals/day |
| Residential Program – UT Austin | add $575 | 1 Week, Sun-Fri (weekend add’l) | 3 meals/day |
| Residential Program – UCSD | add $625 | 1 Week, Sun-Fri (weekend add’l) | 3 meals/day |
*To view all options, including weekend stays, visit our Options & Fees page. 
Mon-Fri | 9 am-5pm| Inter- Adv
| “I knew absolutely nothing about Maya when I first signed up, but now it feels like I could make anything I want with just a little practice!” - Sawyer, DMA Maya Student |
Dates by Location 2012
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Stanford, CA
- June 25-29
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Austin, TX
- July 2-6
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Cambridge, MA
- July 9-13
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San Diego, CA
- not offered at this location
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