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HSM 02 - Greek Temple | Due - 1 - 21 - 25
Overview
In this assignment, you will demonstrate your understanding of Maya's modeling tools by reconstructing the Temple of Hephaestus, one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples. This project will test your ability to work with precise measurements, architectural elements, and Maya's transformation and polygon editing tools. Learning Objectives
You will be provided with:
Submit the following items:
In this assignment, you will demonstrate your understanding of Maya's modeling tools by reconstructing the Temple of Hephaestus, one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples. This project will test your ability to work with precise measurements, architectural elements, and Maya's transformation and polygon editing tools. Learning Objectives
- Master fundamental transformation tools in Maya
- Develop proficiency with polygon editing tools
- Practice architectural modeling techniques
You will be provided with:
- A pre-configured Maya project folder
- Reference images of the Temple of Hephaestus
- Model Construction
- Accurate proportions based on historical references
- Proper use of symmetry tools for architectural elements
- Clean topology suitable for potential texturing
- The proper naming convention for all objects
- Organized layer structure
- Required Tools Demonstration
- Transform tools (Move, Rotate, Scale)
- Vertex, Edge, and Face manipulation
- Extrude
- Bridge
- Boolean operations
- Bevel
Submit the following items:
- Three high-resolution screenshots showing your completed model from different angles:
- Front three-quarter view
- Side view highlighting the column details
- Aerial view showing roof construction
- Each screenshot must be:
- In perspective view
- Properly lit to show architectural details
- In smooth shade mode with edges displayed
- Named according to the format: LastName_HephaestusTemple_View#.jpg
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