How to UV a Character in Maya 2009

08/07/2010 06:05:19   Programs: Maya

tutorials / maya

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.
 


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 .Note: This tutorial is intended for symmetrical geometry only.

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