My upcoming publication is the second edition of An Essential Introduction to Maya Character Rigging, February, 2021.
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“While some rigging books focus too much on the theory of rigging and provide little instruction; others do the exact opposite and offer no reasoning behind the button-pushing. The Essential Introduction to Maya Character Rigging, 2nd Edition, however, offers a perfect balance. Cheryl Briggs’ text is built for the classroom, with step-by-step tutorials that guide the reader through the rigging process. With vibrant screenshots and a plethora of helpful tips, this book provides a strong foundation in character rigging for anyone who wants to pursue 3D animation or more advanced rigging topics., CRC Press.
PLEASE NOTE: If you ordered a copy of the 2nd Edition of An Essential Introduction to Maya Character Rigging and it arrived with the interior fully in black & white, please contact customer service for a free replacement full color version, noting the error in printing.
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Online form:
https://www.routledge.com/contacts/customer-service
In North, Central & South America
1-800-634-7064 (toll-free)
orders@crcpress.com
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In Australia and New Zealand
+61 2 8778 9999
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In the United Kingdom/Rest of World
+44 (0) 1235 400524
tandf@bookpoint.co.uk
Click HERE to download the Maya project files which accompany the book. (2.06 GB)
Animation Reel
Below find a current reel of some of my animation work from over the years.
Cheryl Briggs Animation Demo Reel 2020
Student Work
Below find a current reel of some of my student's animation work. On these films I acted as lead faculty advisor.
Student Work
Video tutorials:
Autodesk Maya
The videos below are inspired by Animator Friendly Rigging by Jason Schliefer. I have updated and adjusted the techniques for a current and more practical solution.
Advanced Character Rigging
Advanced Character Rigging
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