Polygonal Modelling & Skinning with Maya

The Introduction to Polygons 3D modelling tutorial is where you begin to apply polygon modelling to raw NURBs meshes.

Using our library of project files you’ll sculpt a human head, human torso and a P-51 Mustang WWII fighter plane using polygons. You’ll then learn how to create UV maps ready for painting your objects in Photoshop. At the end of the course you’ll skin all three models in preparation for animating.

Course Breakdown

• Efficient Modelling
• Organic Modelling
• Hard Surface Polygonal Modelling Part 1
• Hard Surface Polygonal Modelling Part 2
• Non Organic UV Mapping
• Organic UV Mapping
• Skinning

Join the community

Our Online Courses use our brilliant social eLearning platform. It’s a virtual classroom where you can access the courseware, download source files and read background notes, all through a single easy-to-use web-based app.
The platform is also your gateway to the Escape Studios social network. Talk to fellow students on your course, post your work for feedback, check out what other people have produced and generally get involved and be inspired. There’s no more exciting or effective way to learn 3D online.

Specifications

• There is no schedule to our self-directed training and you have unlimited access to all tutorials during your 12 months access
• Training material is streamed directly through our website and is not downloadable
• Maya files containing supporting scenes and assets are all downloadable
• Software is not included. UK residents can purchase student licenses for Autodesk Educational Creative Suite, ZBrush, PFTrack and more from our Technology Store. Residents of other countries can purchase student licenses directly from software manufacturers.