The Gnomon Workshop - Maya Dynamics: Outer Space Environments
English | SVQ3 1024x768 | MP3 128 Kbps | 6.48 GB

In this DVD, John presents the entire process of creating an outer space effects sequence. Starting with a space ship and a camera move, John takes the viewer through a step-by-step look at how to create a sequence that includes following a space ship as it breaks free of a tractor beam, launches out of planetary orbit, then flies through a field of asteroids and starbirth nebula clouds. John uses Maya's Dynamics system to build elements in the shots, demonstrating their use within the shot environment. He shows how to use cloud particles as a volume surface on which to project shaders to simulate nebulas that can be both stunning backgrounds and realistic clouds that can be flown through. John also walks you through a series of simple effects that add dynamic detail to the shots: sprite-stars, tractor beams, explosions, an energy field and an asteroid field. This lecture will enable you to create fantastic outer space shots that push the scope of imagination.

Topics Covered

* Cloud Particles
* Cloud Shader
* Lighting
* Sprite particles
* Emitters
* Goal
* Springs
* Turbulence Field
* Expressions
* Point Particles
* Collisions
* Rigid Body
* Instance
* Paint Effects

Chapters

1. Introduction
2. Planet
3. Background
4. Background Details
5. Engine Flames
6. Tractor Beams
7. Laser Blast
8. Explosion
9. Additional FX
10. Asteroid Flight
11. Nebula Cloud Flight