Autodesk Maya for Beginners: Navigating the UI & Basic Operations | 3D Modeling Tutorial

Dive into the world of 3D modeling with our Autodesk Maya tutorial for beginners. This comprehensive guide covers everything from starting up Autodesk Maya for the first time to understanding its user interface, navigating through the application, and the basics of manipulating objects within your projects. Whether you're new to Maya or refreshing your skills, this tutorial will equip you with the knowledge to confidently explore and use Maya's extensive features. Learn how to set up projects, utilize auto-save, and familiarize yourself with the main tools like the selection, move, rotate, and scale tools. Additionally, discover essential tips on camera navigation, working with different views, and understanding the outliner, attribute editor, and modeling toolkit. By the end of this video, you'll be well on your way to creating your first 3D models in Autodesk Maya.

0:00 - Introduction to Autodesk Maya Interface
0:26 - How to Start a New Project
0:54 - Setting Up Auto Save
1:31 - Placing Your First Object & Basic Navigation
2:17 - Overview of the File Menu and Workspaces
2:58 - Toolbars and Shelves Explained
3:42 - Techniques for Camera Navigation
4:05 - Manipulating Objects: Select, Move, Rotate, Scale
5:16 - Understanding Different Views in Maya
6:16 - Shading Modes and Using the Outliner
7:15 - Duplicating Objects and Creating Groups
8:14 - Parenting and Object Hierarchy
9:22 - Utilizing the Attribute Editor and Modeling Toolkit
10:33 - Switching Between Modes & Advanced Selection Methods
11:58 - Using Snapping Tools for Precision
12:46 - Basic Overview of Polygon Manipulation
14:08 - Summary and Introduction to Modeling

[juliaericsson]

One of the best tutorials I have found on Y-tube . Your guiding is neither too slow or too fast, your voice is relaxed and the sound is clear .VERY helpful as a beginner with just a couple of hours of experience, your channel is great! I will recommend it to my friends.

[rachelmoore]

Thank you for making these videos, they are great for the classroom!

[slh]

Thanks, I have been looking for a good tutorial for a week👌. But I have a question. Why did you come to YouTube with so much knowledge? Why not make a game or animation