Animation
I've been a writer and artist all my life, blending both into my pre-retirement profession as a technical writer. Over the years, I’ve taken a few stabs at animation—but as of late 2024, it’s become a full-time focus.
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If you’re also drawn to animation and curious about the software behind it—or if you’d like to follow my creative journey—this is the place.
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Beginner's Guide to Maya
I’m not a seasoned animator or Maya expert—yet—but I am a beginner with a strong background in developing user-friendly tutorials.
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When I started learning Maya, I found it tough to move beyond the basics. Instead of giving up, I created this beta version of the Beginner’s Guide to Maya’s Tools—initially to help myself, and now to help others get up to speed more quickly.
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This guide uses a spoken-script format that is designed to keep tutorials current without needing to be rebuilt from scratch everytime time the software changes.
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I'm especially interested in seeing how well this approach works in real-world use. I'm now looking for both new and experienced Maya users to review the guide and share feedback.
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Video: Beginner's Guide to Maya's Tools
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You can reach me directly at Guide@Tips4LovingLife.com, or simply fill out this quick feedback form:
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