Intro to Maya: Learn the Industry-Standard 3D Animation Software
Step into the world of professional 3D animation with our Intro to Maya workshop. Whether you’re a beginner exploring animation or an artist transitioning into 3D, this workshop will give you a hands-on introduction to Autodesk Maya, the most widely used software in the industry. Learn from Nicole Herr, a seasoned Senior Character Animator with decades of experience working on blockbuster films, video games, and television projects.
What You’ll Learn:
- Understand the Maya interface, key tools, and essential workflows for animators.
- Master viewport navigation, object manipulation, and the channel box.
- Learn how to set up your workspace efficiently, including the outliner and graph editor.
- Create and animate a bouncing ball—the fundamental first step in animation.
- Explore key animation principles such as squash and stretch, timing, and spacing.
- Discover best practices for saving, organizing scene files, and using animation-friendly hotkeys.
Meet Your Instructor: Nicole Herr
Nicole Herr is a Senior Character Animator at Netflix Animation with a career spanning over 28 years. She has worked on iconic films such as Space Jam, Iron Man, and The Jungle Book, contributing to award-winning animation teams. As one of the original beta testers for Maya, she has been using the software since 1997. Nicole has been an Animation Mentor instructor since 2007, teaching numerous courses, including Previsualization Basics for Animators and Creature Animation.
Why This Workshop is Perfect for You:
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by 3D animation software, this workshop will break down Maya’s interface and animation tools in a way that’s easy to understand. You’ll build confidence as you create your first animated sequence and gain valuable insight into how professional animators work in Maya.
Enroll Today and Start Animating in Maya!
Ready to take your first step into the world of 3D animation? Enroll now in the Intro to Maya workshop and start mastering the industry’s leading animation software today!
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