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“Maya Fluids offer a
powerful solution to many complex dynamic effects,
however it takes a good deal of time to get comfortable
with the tool. These
DVDs were created to save effects animators countless hours,
by sharing
David Schoneveld's proven techniques.”
- Alex Alvarez
Director, Gnomon
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- Instructor:
David SCHONEVELD
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Fluid dynamics are rapidly becoming
a powerful alternative to particle effects. In the first lecture
of this series, effects animator David Schoneveld introduces
you to the rules of fluid production, showing how Maya Fluid
Effects can be used for everything from smoke, dust and explosions,
to underwater plane crashes and more. David details the fluid
menu, emitter and container attributes, as well as shading
and texturing, while conveying an understanding of the dynamic
attributes of fluid dynamics and their uses in production.
The lesson also details the basics of ponds, emphasizing an
understanding of the fluid shader and texture controls.
Over 2 1/2 hours of lecture.
Product Code: DSC01
Understanding Dynamic Attributes
Fluid Emitters
Fluid Container Attributes
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Menu and Options
Animation Techniques
Shading methods
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01.
Basics + Container Contents Display
02. Dynamic Simulation
03. Content Details
04. Grid Cache and Surface
05. Shading and Shading Quality
06. Texture
07. Lighting
08. Emitters
09. Fluids Menu
10. Smoke Cloud
11. Liquid Flowing Down a Slide
12. Cloud Bank
Click here to
view a sample clip from this DVD. Note that while this
clip is 640x480 the actual movie size is 1024x768 with
higher quality compression . View the stills to the right
to see the actual resolution.
David Schoneveld is a Digital FX Artist at Dreamworks Animation in Glendale,
CA. He is currently working on Kung Fu Panda, starring Jack Black,
scheduled for a Spring 08 release. Prior to Dreamworks, he worked as an FX
Animator at Industrial Light and Magic on Pirates of the Carribbean: At
Worlds End, which is nominated for an Academy Award for Achievement in
Visual Effects.
David began his career as a compositor, which gave him a unique perspective
on the integration of fluids and effects into the production pipline. He
holds a BA in Integrated Art from The Pennsylvania State University, and a
Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Animation from Ex'pressions Center
for New Media. David's other credits include Ergaon, Sky Captain and the
World of Tomorrow, The Covenant, The Illusionist and many others.
Maya Fluid Effects: Particle Integration
Maya Fluid Effects: Pyrotechnics
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