Rigging: Body Articulation of a 3D Character by Pablo Emmanuel De Leo

Ready to make your 3D characters move? This course dives into the nitty-gritty of body rigging using Maya, teaching you how to build a functional humanoid skeleton from the ground up. You’ll learn industry-standard techniques to bring your creations to life, making them ready for animation in film and games.

🎯 What you’ll learn

• Create a humanoid skeleton from scratch in Maya.
• Place and connect a skeleton to 3D geometry.
• Implement rigging techniques used in the film and video game industries.
• Use basic programming concepts to enhance rigging.
• Generate realistic poses for character animation.

✅ Requirements

• Skills: Basic understanding of the 3D environment.
• Tools: Computer with Maya installed.
• Hardware: A computer capable of running Maya.

📝 Description

This course is all about bringing your 3D characters to life through expert body rigging in Maya. You’ll go from a blank slate to a fully rigged character, learning how to build a humanoid skeleton and integrate it seamlessly with your character’s geometry. Pablo Emmanuel De Leo, a CGI Character TD with over a decade of experience in animation, film, and video games, will guide you through the process. He’ll share industry-standard techniques, including how to use basic programming concepts to create more dynamic and realistic character controls. Get ready to master the art of making your characters move convincingly.

🧑‍🎓 Who this course is for

• Designers, illustrators, and animators looking to add rigging skills to their toolkit.
• Riggers aiming to refine their techniques for humanoid characters.
• Anyone interested in the technical aspects of bringing 3D characters to life for animation.

🧑‍🏫 About the Author

Pablo Emmanuel De Leo is a seasoned CGI Character TD with over ten years of experience in the film and video game industries. His extensive background in character animation and rigging makes him a highly qualified instructor. He brings real-world, industry-standard practices directly into the classroom, ensuring students learn practical and effective techniques.

🏁 Final Result

By the end of this course, you’ll have a fully rigged humanoid character, complete with a custom skeleton and controls, ready for animation. You’ll also have practiced creating various poses to showcase your character’s expressiveness and prepare them for their animated debut.