How to UV Map a Character in Autodesk Maya 2009

Description

Efficient UV mapping is a very important step before you can begin texturing any 3d model, and will inevitably affect every other stage of your workflow, from baking normal maps, all the way to performance, rendering, and frame rate . In this tutorial you will learn the complete workflow necessary to effectively UV map a character in Maya 2009. If can be a tedious process, but with proper planning, clever conventions, and tricky time savers, it can be a very fun and rewarding process too. Note: This tutorial is intended for symmetrical geometry only.

Tutorial's URL

http://cg.tutsplus.com/tutorials/3d-art/how-to-uv-a-character-model-in-maya-2009/

Software

autodesk maya 2009

Author

Cady Wachsman

Author's Website

http://www.ecady.com/

Tags

mapping, maya, texturing, Tutorial, UV

Date posted

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Posted in

Texturing, Tutorials