Maya Fast Track
Designed to create well-rounded, production ready artists who are versed in digital and traditional skills
- Nine weeks of full-time study
- Intended for students already familiar with other 3D programs
- Extensive exposure to the visual effectsindustry and community
- Six month visa available for international students
- Courses can be taken individually
Learn Maya in Nine Weeks
The Maya Fast Track program is designed primarily for individuals who already have a solid understanding of 3D concepts. It is a demanding and intensive program for those who need to get up to speed on Maya quickly. Based on the time-tested curriculum of Gnomon School of Visual Effects, this program will provide a thorough introduction to the premiere 3D program being used in high-end production.
Curriculum
Taught by industry professionals, the Maya Fast Track consists of nine one-week courses. All Maya Fast Track courses can optionally be taken individually.
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Week 1 — Introduction to Maya
Learn the basics of 3D computer graphics using Autodesk Maya. Lectures will cover the application of Maya in the film, television and game industries.
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Week 2 — Surface Modeling
This course offers in-depth training of advanced modeling tools, as well as specific techniques for modeling architecture, vehicles, and environments.
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Week 3 — Polygon Modeling
This course is a comprehensive look at the complete suite of Maya's polygonal and subdivision surface modeling tools.
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Week 4 — Texture Mapping
Learn to use texturing techniques as tools for achieving a level of complexity that would be difficult, or too computationally expensive by modeling alone.
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Week 5 — Lighting and Rendering
This course covers how to achieve successful lighting effects with the Maya renderer through a mix of technical and aesthetic lessons.
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Week 6 — Animation and Visual Effects
Learn the core toolset for motion keyframing, procedural modeling, dynamics and sound synchronization.
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Week 7 — Character Kinematics
Set up a character for a wide range of complex body movement, with controls that are intuitive and flexible.
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Week 8 — Character Skinning
Learn advanced topics related to body and head deformations in Maya, including rigid/soft binding, stitching and advanced facial deformation.
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Week 9 — Dynamic Effects
This course covers how to produce particle-based effects such as smoke, fire, galaxies and many other commonly used effects.
Alumni Success Stories
Gnomon graduates are prime job candidates directly after graduation, ready to hit the ground running. Gnomon is proud to have successful alumni working all over the world.
Melissa Altobello
Uncharted 2
Texture Artist, Naughty Dog
Ryan Calloway
Transformers 2
3D Modeling and
Texture Artist,
Industrial Light and Magic
Jessica Johnson
Diablo 3
Associate Cinematic Artist,
Blizzard Entertainment
Tuition
- Tuition: $10,600
- Registration Fee: $75
- Total Program Cost: $10,675
International Requirements
- Visa processing fee: $150
- Total Program Cost: $10,825
- Proof of a minimum of $17,850 in available funds is required for a six month period of stay
Apply
Download Application
Please fill in all applicable fields using Adobe Reader. Include your first and last name in the file name of the PDF. (ex: John_Doe_regForm.pdf). Email the completed PDF to admissions@gnomonschool.com.
Alternatively you may print, sign and mail the application form to:
Attention Admissions
Gnomon School of Visual Effects
1015 North Cahuenga Blvd,
Hollywood CA, 90038
Questions?
- Phone: (323) 466-6663
- Email: admissions@gnomonschool.com
Artwork by student Ryan Calloway
Concept by Travis Louie
Artwork by student Josh Herman
Concept by Khang Lee
"Gnomon's classes are well-rounded, their content well thought out and their recruiting and business practices beyond reproach." - Frank Gladstone, Dreamworks, SKG Animation
Artwork by student Diana Zeng
"I found Gnomon to be one of the few, if not the only school, with a thorough understanding of the needs the industry has concerning the education of 3D artists." - Henrik Fett, Look Effects
