Introducing Maya 5
3D for Beginners
Chapter One
Introduction to Computer
Graphics and 3D
Throughout this book you'll learn how to work with the tools and techniques
that Maya software offers. This chapter will prepare you for the hands-on study that follows
by introducing the most important computer graphics (CG) concepts and the roles they will
play in your Maya work. You'll start with the most important concept of all-that learning
how to work with Maya is a process of learning how to channel the artist within yourself.
Topics include:
Embrace the Art
What Is CG?
The Stages of Production
The CG Production Workflow
Core Concepts
Embrace the Art
Transcending the medium becomes art. Learning to look past what you're working with and
seeing what you're working for is key to learning CG or any other art form.
As you begin learning 3D with Maya, you're acquiring a new language, a new way of communicating.
Always keep in mind ... read full excerpt from Introducing Maya 5: 3D for Beginners ebook
