Introduction to Animation in Maya 2014

Unlock the power of Maya animation with this comprehensive tutorial series! This set of tutorials provides a clear and engaging path to mastering the intuitive animation tools within Autodesk Maya 2014.

You'll learn the fundamentals, starting with setting up your animation preferences and creating effective key frames. Discover how to refine and manipulate your animations using Maya's powerful Time Slider and Graph Editor for precise control.

This course delves into advanced techniques, including:

• Path Animation: Animate objects smoothly and realistically along defined paths.
• Animation Layers: Work non-destructively to build complex animations with ease.
• Grease Pencil Tool: Utilize Maya's integrated Grease Pencil for sketching and drawing directly within the viewport – perfect for adding dynamic elements to your animations.
• Constraints: Master animation constraints to create realistic and interconnected movements.
• Character Animation Transfer: Efficiently transfer animation data between characters using Character Sets and the Trax Editor, saving you valuable time and effort.

By completing this series, you'll gain the confidence and skills needed to animate comfortably and effectively in Maya.

Software Required: Autodesk Maya 2014.