Introducing Autodesk Maya

This  book is your perfect hands‑on guide to start animating quickly. Using  approachable, real‑world exercises, you’ll master the fundamentals of  this animation software by following full‑color screenshots step by  step. Each chapter opens with a quick discussion of concepts and  learning objectives, and then launches into hands‑on tutorials that give  you firsthand experience and a good start. You’ll learn the basics of  modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects. Whether you’re a  complete beginner or migrating from another 3D application, this  task‑based book provides the solid grounding you need in Autodesk Maya.  Key Features Model with polygons, meshes, and more Add motion with  simple and complex animations Add color and textures to visualize  materials and surfaces Render scenes with great lighting and camera  placement