Three-dimensional animation software is mostly used in SGI workstations, and some good functions can only be completed on workstations. Alias, the world's largest software development company, merged with Wavefront to acquire TDI company, which brought the three largest software development companies together and launched a new SGI version of 3D animation software, with first-class functions, interfaces and effects. Alias and wave front give it a mysterious and resounding name-Maya. With the widespread promotion of PC, Alias and Wavefront launched Maya NT version 1998 for PC users in June.
Second, the characteristics of the Maya:
Maya is obviously different from other three-dimensional software. First of all, Maya inherits all the characteristics of the excellent workstation-class software of Alias, which is flexible, fast, accurate, professional, extensible and adjustable. Maya's operating platform is based on Windows NT, which is more convenient to operate. At the same time, Maya's unique working interface makes the operation more intuitive and makes full use of all the space in the window. The reasonable combination of shortcut keys makes animation more effective. Yes, Maya is relatively stable, and its utilization rate of computer hardware is also relatively high. Maya not only has the general modeling function similar to PC 3D software such as 3D Studio MAX, but also has the NURBS modeling function that is rare in other software, so Maya has advanced modeling ability. Maya also performs well in lighting, camera and materials, and the simulated lighting is more realistic and the adjustable parameters are more prominent. The types of special effects lighting are more abundant and attractive. The functions and parameters of the camera are more professional, such as lens, focal length, depth of field and other special functions that other software does not have. Vector materials can imitate wood grain, gravel, water and so on. The production of maps is omitted, and the refraction and reflection are more unique. In animation settings, advanced animation settings such as particles, dynamics and inverse dynamics are all calculated by the software itself, which improves the realism of animation. The rendering accuracy can reach the movie level, so as long as you master Maya, you are at the forefront of three-dimensional animation.
Third, the characteristics and methods of Mayan introductory learning:
No matter what kind of 3D software we learn, the learning method is very important. For beginners, first of all, we should make good use of "resources"-professional training, good books, teaching on foreign websites, and secondly, we should communicate with people more. In the process of learning, in the overall teaching environment, we can communicate with each other, students and teachers, students and students. We hope that teachers and students can improve in communication and learn a lot of knowledge that is not available in books.
Maya is a very powerful three-dimensional software, which provides a very broad creative space for creators. It is this flexibility that makes it easy to get started and difficult to improve. People often find themselves learning fast, but their stamina is insufficient, mainly because the principle is not clear, such as Maya's node system, which will be improved if we don't understand it, so we try our best to understand Maya's deep principles in learning and draw inferences from others on this basis. Just like when you study the basic modeling of 3DSMAX, you must first understand the knowledge of the structure (substructure) nodes, lines and surfaces of the object, so as to modify the object in a deeper level. The same is true of Maya's study.
In addition, while learning software, everyone should know that "computer art major" is a combination of art and technology. First of all, technology is the foundation and the guarantee of artistic expression. Just like we are building a building, basic building is the foundation and interior decoration is the space for artistic expression. At the same time, technical specialty affects the process of artistic creation. In the past, artists used paper and pens to design, but computer software can simulate the effects of many pens, such as watercolors and crayons. In this way, many artists can use new technologies to complete projects that take a long time or are difficult to complete. Therefore, for artists, improving or changing the level of technology application through various channels is a guarantee for the success of a work. But if you only have a high level of technology and no sense of art, it is difficult to complete a good work. So when doing a project, if it is a collective creation, it is best to be composed of two people. However, if you make a personal work, you must have an artistic sense. It is much easier to train an artist to learn software than to train a software expert to improve his artistic sense. So when you study Maya, you must remember that I study art, and pay attention to your study in art courses to improve your sense of art, so as to achieve the purpose of learning well.
Fourth, the specific introduction:
MAYA complete/complete module
A new generation of 3D animation software developed by Alias wavefront Company based on Power animation software. It has SGI and PC versions and is generally suitable for Windows? ; NT，Windows？ ; 2000 Professional and IRIX? Working platform.
Maya Complete integrates many functions, such as modeling, rendering, animation, painting software and so on. In addition to providing unparalleled speed and amazing visual effects in the creation of 3D animation, it is also easy to use, easy to operate and expand the interface.
Maya modeling/modeling
There are complete NURBS and polygon modeling tools, focusing on seamless character model construction.
Maya Dynamic/Physical Motion Molecular Special Effects
Using complex dynamic effects, including rigid bodies, flexible bodies and particle systems, we can make accurate and natural simulation results at will. The user's control of the particle system can be accurate to each particle to meet the special creative needs.
Maya Rendering/Texture Settings Image Output
Maya can easily render clarity and high-quality visual effects comparable to film quality.
Maya Artisan/ model sculpture tool
Maya Artisan provides a unique carving brush tool, which allows you to carve NURBS surfaces quickly and freely, select control points, or specify target weights. By combining the brush and sculpture methods used in traditional art creation.
Maya painting effect
Maya Paint Effect provides a pen drawing tool for animators, which can simulate the starry sky, lightning, animals and plants, underwater world, food, utensils and other real things, and can be used for both 3D and 2D creation. In addition to truly presenting the texture and dynamics of things, it can also create unique brushstrokes endlessly according to the preferences of users, and easily create a surreal fantasy world. In addition to the function of fast rendering, you can view the image instantly, and you can also set the dynamics at will to create amazing animation effects.
MEL( Maya embedded language) /Maya programming language
With MEL, users can extend Maya's functions and add embedded behaviors or instructions to characters to meet some creative needs. MEL also allows users to customize their own interface according to different creative habits and their own needs.
Tonic Music /3D Stereo Character Making Tool
Ener cular Lite Edition(LE) allows you to bring text or graphic files of Adobe Illustrator to Maya for editing.
Fusion Lite/2D composite clip
Maya Fusion 2 is a full-featured synthesis software, which is quite eye-catching in function and speed. Maya Fusion LE in Maya is a concise and ideal synthesis software. It has tools such as color correction, file movement, composition, real-time display, preview and output. , to meet the general use needs.
Maya Unlimited/Maya Super Edition
Maya Unlimited is to meet all the most avant-garde and unimaginable creative possibilities. It includes Maya Complete, plus many most innovative tools, such as Maya Cloth, Maya Fur, advanced modeling and so on. , all integrated together.
It is the most powerful and advanced solution to create computer animation and special effects on the market today. Fully customize the workflow environment you need to maximize productivity.
Maya modeling/modeling
There are complete NURBS and polygon modeling tools, focusing on seamless character model construction.
Maya Dynamic/Physical Motion Molecular Special Effects
Using complex dynamic effects, including rigid bodies, flexible bodies and particle systems, we can make accurate and natural simulation results at will. The user's control of the particle system can be accurate to each particle to meet the special creative needs.
Maya Rendering/Texture Settings Image Output
Maya can easily render clarity and high-quality visual effects comparable to film quality.
Maya Artisan/ model sculpture tool
Maya Artisan provides a unique carving brush tool, which allows you to carve NURBS surfaces quickly and freely, select control points, or specify target weights. By combining the brush and sculpture methods used in traditional art creation.
Maya painting effect
Maya Paint Effect provides a pen drawing tool for animators, which can simulate the starry sky, lightning, animals and plants, underwater world, food, utensils and other real things, and can be used for both 3D and 2D creation. In addition to truly presenting the texture and dynamics of things, it can also create unique brushstrokes endlessly according to the preferences of users, and easily create a surreal fantasy world. In addition to the function of fast rendering, you can view the image instantly, and you can also set the dynamics at will to create amazing animation effects.
MEL( Maya embedded language) /Maya programming language
With MEL, users can extend Maya's functions and add embedded behaviors or instructions to characters to meet some creative needs. MEL also allows users to customize their own interface according to different creative habits and their own needs.
Tonic Music /3D Stereo Character Making Tool
Ener cular Lite Edition(LE) allows you to bring text or graphic files of Adobe Illustrator to Maya for editing.
Fusion Lite/2D composite clip
Maya Fusion 2 is a full-featured synthesis software, which is quite eye-catching in function and speed. Maya Fusion LE in Maya is a concise and ideal synthesis software. It has tools such as color correction, file movement, composition, real-time display, preview and output. , to meet the general use needs.
Maya Real-time /3D Scene Synthesis
Combine 3D animation with natural movements. Now, digital artists can conveniently, accurately and reliably add 3D objects to the filmed dynamic movies. In the scene, you can easily load CG objects.
Maya cloth/clothing making
The fastest and most authentic fabric solution meets all the needs of your digital clothing. You can use Maya Cloth to create fabrics, clothes, and so on. It is an ideal method to use it in real art, especially to customize the clothes that fit according to the size of the character model and move with the movement of the character model.
Maya fur/hair making
Maya Fur creates real hair that you can't expect through a complete and intuitive interface. You can make convincing hair, hair, animal fur, grass and so on. Run at high speed on NURBS and polygon models. Do as many animations as you want.
Advanced modeling/advanced modeling
Provide an easy way for artists to build the most accurate model. Many NURBS modeling tools and subdivision surfaces … which are quite useful in polygon modeling tools have been strengthened.
Two batch renderer licenses/two authorizations to perform calculations
Maya builder/Maya game producer
Maya Builder is an important software designed by Maya to generate computer games. It provides a powerful tool for making polygon models, materials and animations. You can also use Maya's application interface completely.