Introduction to Maya - Modeling Fundamentals Vol 1
This course will look at the fundamentals of modeling in Maya with an emphasis on creating good topology. We'll look at what makes a good model in Maya and why objects are modeled in the way they are.
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23-11-2013
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Model as a whole or in section?
Should I be modeling it as one piece, or in section/parts?
I have seen a few models of A-10 where the fuselage and wings are different mesh who are just grouped together? So I'm wondering if I should model everything in sections/parts and then just group all the different meshes together or model it as a single mesh?
of course modeling as different meshes will be a lot more easier, but is it right?
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23-11-2013
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But thats how i roll :-)
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23-11-2013
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ok, but if you model for a video game? can it be modeled in sections?I always model in sections. If down the line you see that i can be combined then do it but it makes things alot cleaner to start with bits.
But thats how i roll :-)
It's just when ever you model in section it feels like you are just gluing together mesh because you can't continue the edge flow clean, so you glue mesh instead, it feels not neutral at least to me..
I like it when the mesh is one single piece with a continuous edge/polygon flow..
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23-11-2013
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Most game models are made in zbrush/mudbox these days with loads of different bits then retopolagised after as one or three bits (find head and hair usally still seperated). There is nothing wrong with u trying to line the geo up so it matchs.
End of the day though its all about how you like to work.
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23-11-2013
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Yeah, I understand.. Thank you. I'll try my best to keep my geometry flow in a good flow so I'll be able to make it as a single piece.Some one gave me the models from streetfighter 4 once to have a look at. They were all seperate bits - they looked like toys more than game models.
Most game models are made in zbrush/mudbox these days with loads of different bits then retopolagised after as one or three bits (find head and hair usally still seperated). There is nothing wrong with u trying to line the geo up so it matchs.
End of the day though its all about how you like to work.
Thank you!
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