3dgraphics.about.com - Laurel Miller-Daly
This book would make a great gift for a teenager who has shown an interest in this field.
Book Description
Introducing Maya: 3D For Beginners is the ideal initiation to 3D and Maya, Alias|Wavefront's premier tool for 3D modeling, animation, and rendering. Introducing Maya is a Maya Press title, a cooperative publication between Sybex and Maya creators, Alias|Wavefront. This is the only tutorial-based book written explicitly for the Maya novice. This accessible and affordable guide offers you a practical, hands-on approach to learning Maya's core features. And it serves as the perfect companion to "The Art of Maya," a popular full-color book in the Maya Press line. The color insert illustrates real examples created by Maya professionals. The CD includes 3D rendering and animation project demos, plug-ins, and links to animation resources.
