Neon Lights

Complex UV Layout in Maya

Over the last couple of years UV layout in Maya has changed for the better. In this course we're going to be taking a look at some of those changes as we UV map an entire character

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# 1 29-03-2004 , 07:32 PM

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Hello one and all,

I need some help creating some neon lights (a sign) and a few neon billboards. I am used to creating lights but NOT neon (i.e. a bar beer sign) Any suggestions woudl be GREATLY appreciated.

Thank you so much!!

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# 2 29-03-2004 , 08:00 PM

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Glow on the shader should help you out.

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# 3 29-03-2004 , 08:11 PM

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Just a glow?

Is that All I need or is there a middle I am missing?

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# 4 29-03-2004 , 09:02 PM

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for a simple neon this should to it.

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# 5 29-03-2004 , 10:02 PM

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Hey, I used images from ebay...and then I traced them using the neon option under paint effects. They turn out pretty killer, I attached a picture of my bar scene for you to see how they turn out. G'luck! user added image

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