start by picking up maya 2009. Lots of features make it feel like max that I am actually considering switching over (on top of that that diamant UVs modelling tools looks so neat workflow wise). they ripped NEX so much in this version...Even the UVs have had an overall with a surprisingly great relax tool (and pelt like…
Was mostly wondering why that script would be so valuable. I don't have any real interest in 3ds right now, but was curious whether it's a more efficient workflow, or just useful for people who are used to the max way. On the original topic, i'd recommend to anyone learning maya the first two chapters of 'Complete maya…
lol our Technical Director wrote a MEL script that looks and works exactly like Edit Poly in Max. Maya isn't the best modelling program, but the navigation is pretty good. This wasn't a bad tutorial site: http://www.3dlessons.com/categories/3D-Tutorials-Maya-3D-Tutorials/page2.html This can be used to bake out AO and…
Do you have any idea, how many people would give a left nut (not necessarily their own) for something like that? I started out with Maya, learned 3dsmax and am now more comfortable with 3ds. I've gone back and kept myself up to date in Maya but I feel your pain. Really the best thing I can suggest when switching either…