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Maya Fluid Fundamentals

by Pankaj Malik

Maya is a visual-effects software that has fluid dynamic technology to create great results. This course will teach you the basics steps to help you in establishing a good learning curve for mastering Maya fluids. Software required: Maya 2017.

What you'll learn

Have you ever had a wish to master the art of fluid dynamics of Maya? If so, this course is a perfect choice for you to began with. In this course, Maya Fluid Fundamentals, you'll learn the basics of Maya fluids and will collect the knowledge to create stunning visual effects. First, you'll learn the most basic and effective techniques of understanding the concepts of fluid dynamics in Maya. Next, you'll explore all the important fluid content details with detailed explanations to attributes and will explore the techniques of creating stunning fire, wispy-smoke, large-dense-smoke, and explosions. Finally, when you have understood the concepts of fluid containers and emitters, it's time to use them for production. When you are finished with this course, you'll have finally collected the confidence to proceed towards the art of creating your own fluid effects. Software required: Maya 2017.

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About the author

Pankaj Malik is a Senior Instructor of VFX. He has seven years experience teaching and training students. He loves to explore the ocean of Maya commands and recently updated to the world of Digital Sculpting. He is a modeler, texturing, and lighting artist and a self taught dynamics artist. He is an Autodesk Certified Professional of Maya and 3ds Max and Adobe Certified Associate in Photoshop. He has made five short 3D commercial films and two VFX movies. He believes in great knowledge sharing a... more

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