Modelling and texturing of the bar ...

Finally onto modelling of the bar ... I think Josh has done an amazing job of modelling my concept of the bar and I can start to see everything coming together. Whilst making this film I am realising what I want to do in the future and finding myself as an artist. I am enjoying the texturing side of Maya. Previously, I used to be skeptical of the programme and always used to say I wanted to stick to 2D animation, however, I am beginning to realise that there is a 2d side to maya (texturing) and I know my strong point is using photoshop and painting.

I have also started teaching myself how to make my own shaders by manipulating the shaders already given (eg.blinn) and making realistic glass or mirror and I am really happy with the outcome ... see below.