Fast animation and rigging techniques using Maya 2017

Learn to rig a biped character and animate a walk cycle for film, TV and video games for beginner Maya users

Created by: Bhaumik Patel
Experienced 3d artist and instructor

What Will I Learn?

• Rig a biped using Human IK in Maya
• Rig a character using Quick rig one click and step by step methods
• Animate a walk cycle and tweak it to show more weight
• Apply motion capture to Human IK and any other rig
• Apply and retarget motion capture downloaded from the internet
• Edit motion capture using the Time editor and Graph editor
• Paint skin weights on characters with time saving tips

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of navigating Maya viewports
• Selecting objects in Maya
• Basic keyframe animation

Target audience

• Ideal for anyone who wants to try 3d animation in Maya for the first time by animating a walk cycle
• Artists who want to apply motion capture to any rig and edit the animation
• Video game developers who want to quickly rig and animate biped characters in Maya
• Experienced artist who want to update their skills with the latest animation features of Maya