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Now that you have a foundation in CG and 3D terminology and core concepts, you
are ready to tackle the software itself. Maya is a capable, intricate program. The more you
understand how you work artistically, the better use you will make of this exceptional tool.
It seems as if there is a lot to think about before putting objects into a scene and render-
ing them out. With practice and some design tinkering, though, all this becomes intuitive
to the artist. As you move forward in your animation education, stay diligent, be patient,
and never pass up a chance to learn something new. And above all else, have fun with it.
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