Software

Tools I use ...

3D Modelling/Animation/VFX

  • Maya
    • FractureFX
    • FumeFX
    • MASH
  • Houdini
  • Photoshop
  • Mudbox
  • Motion Builder

Motion Graphics

  • After Effects

Camera Tracking

  • SynthEyes
  • MatchMover

Compositing/Editing

  • After Effects
  • Premiere Pro

Digital Tutors Training

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3D Modelling

  • Beginner's Guide to Maya
  • Introduction to Maya 2014
  • Beginner's Guide to Modeling in Maya
  • Beginner's Guide to Image Planes in Maya
  • Introduction to Modeling in Maya
  • Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 1
  • Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 2
  • Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 3
  • Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 4
  • Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 5
  • Skill-Builder: Interpretive Modeling in Maya
  • Skill-Builder: Mastering Topology in Maya
  • Polygon and Sub-D Modeling Workflows in Maya
  • Exploring Modeling Workflows in Maya
  • Exploring NURBS in Maya
  • Modeling Hard Surfaces with NURBS in Maya
  • 10 Ways to Improve Your Modeling in Maya
  • Retopology Techniques in Maya
  • Using the Modeling Toolkit in Maya 2014
  • Modeling Female Androids in Maya
  • Automotive Modeling in Maya
  • Modeling Interiors in Maya
  • Modeling Architectural Destruction in Maya

3D Sculpting

  • Beginner's Guide to Mudbox

3D Shading & Texturing

  • Getting Started with UVs in Maya
  • Beginner's Guide to Shading Networks in Maya
  • Utilizing Shading Networks in Maya
  • Utilizing Viewport 2.0 in Maya
  • UV Mapping Workflows in Maya 2008
  • Utilizing the Node Editor in Maya
  • Mastering Displacement Maps in Maya
  • Texturing Animal Eyes in Maya
  • Substance Procedural Texturing in Maya
  • Multi-Tile Texture Workflows
  • Camera Projection in Maya
  • Photoshop
    • Texture Painting with Maya and Photoshop
    • Creating Realistic Eyes in Photoshop and Maya
    • 3D Texturing Overview in Photoshop
    • Utilizing the 3D Features of Photoshop
    • Blurring the Line Between 2D and 3D in Photoshop
    • Creating Seamless Textures for Games
    • Painting Workflows for 3D Assets in Photoshop CS6
    • Aging Wood and Metal Textures in Photoshop
  • Mental Ray
    • mental ray Production Shaders in Maya
    • Exploring mental ray Materials in Maya
    • Advanced Subsurface Scattering Techniques in Maya and mental ray

3D Lighting

  • Introduction to Lighting in Maya
  • Studio Lighting Techniques in Maya
  • Guerrilla Lighting and Rendering Tactics in Maya
  • Creating Light Rigs in Maya
  • HDRI Image Creation in Photoshop and Maya

3D Rendering

  • Introduction to Rendering in Maya
  • Top 10 Rendering Tips for Maya Artists
  • Render Passes in Maya
  • Linear Workflow Rendering Strategies in Maya
  • Mental Ray
    • Introduction to mental ray in Maya
    • mental ray Workflows in Maya: Global Illumination
    • mental ray Workflows in Maya: Final Gather
    • mental ray Workflows in Maya: Caustics
    • mental ray Workflows in Maya: Subsurface Scattering
    • Rendering Flicker-Free Final Gather in Maya
    • Rendering Interiors with mental ray and Maya
    • Exterior Rendering Techniques with mental ray and Maya
  • V-Ray
    • Introduction to V-Ray for Maya
    • Utilizing Render Elements in V-Ray for Maya
    • V-Ray Hypershade Nodes in Maya
    • Rendering Interiors with V-Ray for Maya
    • Procedural Texturing in Maya and V-Ray

3D Animation & Rigging

  • Rigging
    • Beginner's Guide to Rigging in Maya
    • Introduction to Rigging in Maya 2014
    • Modeling a Character for Rigging and Animation in Maya
  • Animation
    • Beginner's Guide to Animation in Maya
    • Introduction to Animation in Maya 2014
    • 12 Principles of Animation in Maya
    • Exploring Animation Principles in Maya: Timing and Spacing
    • Exploring Animation Principles in Maya: Staging
    • Introduction to Animation in Maya
    • Animation Layers in Maya
    • Non-linear Animation with Maya Trax
    • Creating Walk Cycles in Maya
    • Creating Run Cycles in Maya
    • Introduction to Character Rigging in Maya
    • Advanced HumanIK Workflows in Maya
    • Introduction to MotionBuilder 2014
    • Animation Blocking Techniques in Maya
    • Animation Polishing Techniques in Maya

3D Dynamics & VFX

  • Introduction to nDynamics in Maya
  • Introduction to nCloth in Maya
  • Introduction to Dynamics in Maya
  • Introduction to Maya Paint Effects
  • nCloth Techniques for Characters in Maya
  • Introduction to Fluid Containers in Maya
  • Ultimate Fluids
  • Creating a Gasoline Explosion in Maya
  • Simulating Sandman Effects in Maya

Motion Graphics

  • After Effects
    • Beginner's Guide to After Effects
    • Introduction to After Effects for Motion Designers
    • After Effects Expressions Made Easy
    • Demystifying Keyframe Interpolation in After Effects
    • 12 Principles of Animation in After Effects
    • Introduction to 3D in After Effects
    • Troubleshooting Common Rendering Errors in After Effects
    • Creating a 3D Scene with a 2D Image in After Effects
    • Creating Contrasting Animations with Solid Shapes in After Effects
    • Integrating Titles with Footage in After Effects
    • Animating and Compositing Futuristic Menus in After Effects
    • Principles of Composition for Motion Designers
    • Rookie Mistakes to Avoid as a Motion Designer
    • Creating 3D Geometry from Vector Logos in After Effects
    • Bringing Photographs to Life with 3D Layering in After Effects
    • Multi-part Greenscreen Keying in After Effects
    • Storytelling with Type in After Effects
    • Logo Animation for Motion Designers in After Effects
    • Animating an Infographic in After Effects
  • Cinema 4D
    • Beginner's Guide to CINEMA 4D
    • Getting Started with CINEWARE in After Effects
    • 2D Styled 3D Motion Graphics in CINEMA 4D and After Effects
    • Creating Your First Broadcast Opener in CINEMA 4D and After Effects

Graphic Design

  • Beginner's Guide to Typography
  • Fundamentals of Typography
  • Fundamentals of Color Theory
  • Principles of Graphic Design
  • Elements of Graphic Design

Compositing & Editing

  • After Effects
    • Introduction to After Effects for Compositors
    • Rotoscoping in After Effects
    • Rotoscoping Techniques in After Effects
    • Compositing an Animated Poster with Live Footage in After Effects
    • Compositing 2D Elements with Footage in After Effects
    • Compositing 3D into Video in Maya and After Effects
    • Match Moving and Compositing Pipeline in Maya and After Effects
    • Tracking in After Effects
    • Introduction to Tracking in After Effects
    • Overcoming Tracking and Graphics Integration Issues in After Effects
    • Keying Greenscreens in After Effects
    • Compositing Decay into Architectural Footage in After Effects
    • Advanced Compositing Workflows in Maya and After Effects
    • Photorealistic Camera Lens Effects in After Effects
  • Composite
    • Beginner's Guide to Composite
    • Getting Started with Composite
  • MatchMover
    • Object Tracking in MatchMover and After Effects
    • Tips and Tricks in MatchMover
  • SynthEyes
    • Building a Professional Tracking Pipeline in Maya and SynthEyes
  • Premiere Pro
    • Getting Started in Premiere Pro

Miscellaneous

  • Guerrilla Commercial Design Concept in Maya
  • Product Visualization in Maya
  • CG101: Cinematography