cool... Im gonna give it a try..

@hammer.horror:
we are happy to help new members if u follow 3 important rules.

1. open the documentary (e.g. inside maya press F1) and do the tutorials. They will get you started.

2. if you got a clue.. the tiniest bit o clue press F1 again and use the search function. sometimes the explanation there is better and more in depth plus you learn to use your best friend The Maya Help.

3. come to SM and use the search function. maybe the questiomn was asked before. in this rule the use of google is implemented. there are many boards. someone must have had the same prob once.
if not, feel free to ask..

welcome to the SM. enjoy your stay.

greets