Mastering Autodesk Maya 2016: Autodesk Official Press

Go from ‘beginner’ to ‘expert’ with this professional, tutorial-based guide to Maya 2016 Mastering Autodesk Maya 2016 is your professional hands-on coverage to getting the most out of Maya. If you already know the basics of Maya, this book is your ticket to full coverage of all Maya 2016’s latest features, and showcases the tools and methods used in real-world 3D animation and visual effects. From modeling, texturing, animation, and effects to high-level techniques for film, television, games, and more, this book expands your skill set, and helps you prepare for the Autodesk Maya certification exam. Filled with challenging tutorials and real-world scenarios this book provides valuable insight into the entire CG production timeline. Take your Maya skills to the next level with step-by-step instruction and insight from the industry professionals. * Learn professional techniques used in real-world visual effects * Master Dynamics, Maya Muscle, Stereo Cameras, mental ray, and more * Expand your skills with advanced techniques for cloth, fur, and fluids * Understand everything you need to know for the Maya certification exam

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Working in Autodesk Maya
Chapter 2 Introduction to Animation
Chapter 3 Hard-Surface Modeling
Chapter 4 Organic Modeling
Chapter 5 Rigging and Muscle Systems
Chapter 6 Animation Techniques
Chapter 7 Lighting with mental ray
Chapter 8 mental ray Shading Techniques
Chapter 9 Texture Mapping
Chapter 10 Paint Effects
Chapter 11 Rendering for Compositing
Chapter 12 Introducing nParticles
Chapter 13 Dynamic Effects
Chapter 14 Hair and Clothing
Chapter 15 Maya Fluids
Chapter 16 Scene Management and Virtual Filmmaking
Appendix A The Bottom Line
Appendix B Autodesk Maya 2016 Certification