Model a Low Polygon Character in Autodesk Maya 2018

Creating a character using 2k poly or less

Created by: Eric Kunzendorf
Professor of Animation at Jacksonville University

What Will I Learn?

• Set up a character schematic in the modeling workspace.
• Model characters using simple cylinders and extrusions
• Model hands using cubes and cylinders
• Explore how this low poly modeling technique works with UV mapping
• Map individual groups of polygons with different aiStandardSurface shaders
• Make shaders that have different subsurface scattering effects
• Use Skydome and studio lighting techniques to enhance surfacing effects

Requirements

• You should have a basic familiarity with Maya's modeling interface.
• This is a beginning to intermediate level course.
• Ideally students should complete the Create and Render a Wooden Toy Car in Autodesk Maya 2018 if you are new to Maya or 3D in general.

Target audience

• Any 3D artist who is interested in character modeling from a low polygon standpoint.
• Any 3D artist who wants to learn more about the Arnold aiStandardSurface material