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Maya III - Advanced 3D Character Animation
Advanced 3D character animation with Maya experts
| Skill Level | When & How Long | Software/Hardware Used | Certification/Credit Offered |
| Intermediate - Advanced | Summer 2008 5 Day Course M-F 9am - 5pm |
Maya | DMA Maya Certification Stanford Continuing Studies Credit |
Course Description
This Maya training course is dedicated to the finer points of character animation. For example, we’ll apply blendshapes to create customized facial animation controls, and we’ll explore arcs, spine and hip placement, weight shift and other character animation techniques will be explored.
Each student in this training course will produce several mini-scenes in which a character or characters walk, talk and speak. These scenes will include interaction with their surroundings and other characters. Multiple playblasts will be created as well as portfolio-ready rendered clips.
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Who Should Attend
Anyone who wants to improve their Maya 3D character animation skills and learn advanced techniques.
Certification & Credit Offered
This course is part of a DMA Certification in Maya and also qualifies for Stanford University Continuing Studies credit. Learn more.
Prerequisites
Maya I and Maya II or equivalent experience.
Related and Recommended Courses
In addition to being offered as a stand-alone class, this course can also be taken as part of a DMA multi-week series. Below are some suggested multi-week series.
Tracks for 3d Modeling, Animation & FX
| Track | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 |
| Tracks for 3d Modeling, Animation & FX | ||||
| Animated Movie Creation with Maya Certification Program | Maya I - Introduction to 3D Modeling | Maya II - Introduction to 3D Character Animation | Maya III - Advanced 3D Character Animation | Maya IV - Creating an Animated Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced 3d Visual Effects Production | Maya I - Introduction to 3D Modeling | Maya II - Introduction to 3D Character Animation | Motion Graphics & Visual Effects with Adobe After Effects & Photoshop | Advanced 3D Visual Effects & Compositing with Maya & Adobe After Effects |
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