Hard Surface Topology (Why we struggle with topology & Where to start?)

[@Elementza]

Why is topology challenging to learn? Where to start? Often we look at forms as a whole and not a unified set of smaller, simple forms. Understanding simple forms creates a bridge to mastering complex forms. Try to practice your topology on simple objects, and slowly work up to more challenging ones.

[@ПавелЯгупьев]

Hey, Mario. It would be nice if you could tell me more about the principle of working with curves/nurbs. There is a nurbs section in Maya.

[@OMKAR-p7v]

How much hours we should have to practice on topology in a day

[@mfrancisco_850]

All of them lol​@@OMKAR-p7v

[@Mr_3Dguy]

As someone who works with 3D modelling almost daily. This whole channel is a goldmine for someone who wants to do modelling for a living or a hobby. So many essential steps is covered on this channel that cannot be ignored! Another thing... I highly recommend to people to learn the SubD workflow. Because then you know all the rules to fix modelling issues in lowpoly, boolean workflows or whatever there is. Keep it up Elementza!

[@mokshjain4977]

This tutorial stands out as it goes beyond merely garnering likes or views on KZbin. It encourages critical thinking rather than blind imitation, shedding light on the creative decisions and the rationale behind them. It's the kind of quality content I've been seeking for years, offering a logical approach to practices I've previously adopted without fully understanding. It's truly enlightening and has taught me so much.

[@RowanStaghorn]

I agree with this, the thought process being spoken in live time helps me learn for sure.

[@The9PointStar]

This topology tutorials and the channel in general are pure gold! thank you for all your work

[@Jakeurb8ty82]

Now I see why my friend recommended this channel. I don't want to go back to the model of the original starship enterprise made a couple months ago (spent absurd number of hours on it but it's one of my best pieces to date) I know some of the geometry has errors where i got tripped me up. But unlike in the past i didn't hit any firm brick walls I did not know how to proceed through. Having subject matter I was passionate and knowledgeable about helped keep me motivated. But i have pieces of geometry im afraid to touch for fear of messing it up... Now I know I've had the wrong attitude in that regard.

[@Elementza]

Hey, thanks for taking the time to share your story. Think we've all been there. I'm so glad to hear the info helps to keep on track

[@KG_BM]

thank you youtube.. this channel is a gold mine

[@CTKane]

I'm just getting started with 3D modeling. Thank you for this interesting deep dive, your channel provides a ton of valuable information! 🤩

[@BalaAnimationStudios]

I'm a blender user, this was very helpful to me, thanks

[@amperin8999]

I just love you man!

[@the_tunez]

another great tutorial from the greatest! This helped me understand topology so much better, you have no idea! Thanks a bunch mate!

[@deviprasadbiswal9779]

Please teach more things on youtube because a lot of people are there who can't afford your course. Thank you for the sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@heinblues]

although i am modeling in a different software, i love your videos.

[@pavantanuku8087]

thank you

[@Calwyne]

Thank you! This was insanely helpful for me.

[@mfrancisco_850]

This guy is my master 💪

[@이정수-w7t]

thank you very much for the high quality tutorials.

[@PointlessGamer_xD]

Perfect video to practice modelling again Cheers!

[@everythingeverybody6526]

Thanks for teaching. In the future, I hope you will release many videos about Topology ^^

[@hamidsalami7022]

Hi. thank you Mario. really appreciate these golden modeling techniques. could you please make a tutorial series about modeling a Car or at least some tips and tricks for car modeling because I think modeling a car is very difficult and if someone can model a car with nice and clean topology then have ability to model everything.

[@Elementza]

Hi thanks a lot. The thing is, there are already plenty of tutorials that cover modeling a car. Training you mentioned already exists in my Maya Masterclass program which covers building a strong modeling skill in depth. As you complete the classes with all the tasks and final tests, modeling any car (not just a car) should no longer be a challenge. Cheers! EDIT: will add the direct link for those interested elementza.com/maya-masterclass/ ...

[@hamidsalami7022]

@@Elementza Yeah I know about the master class but unfortunately I can't afford it now. I know there are a lot of tutorial about car modeling but I'm looking for the best one :)

[@daso8686]

big thx !

[@ChaosWolfNinja]

Ffffffaaaaantastic! 👏

[@flyeffectdj]

Can I ask what's the shortcut for the tools marking menu? Where you select to add multiple loops instead of one. Also, at 1:31:16, where you changed it for absolute offset. Thank you for the answer!

[@darkcult99]

Subscribed 👍

[@lerandsouza8641]

May I know which tool mario used @ 41:22. I need the name of the tool in the blender It is similar to a knife tool but it has descent control of angles and in the blender if we type axis it will work until we are inappropriate orthographic view

[@TheShopped]

Great video, anyone know the music in the background or what would you call the style?

[@Elementza]

The music is random from Uppbeat :)

[@404_FURY]

Hello, Mario. Thanks for your nice videos, as always. Is Maya version 2025 stable and reliable?

[@Elementza]

Seems fine to me

[@ahuchaogudestiny9342]

From 9:15 please what do you mean by fall off

[@momie2647]

Thx u so much, great video ! (From France) (Can we hv ur colors settings prefs pls !!! )

[@Elementza]

Hey, there is already a video covering that called Maya UI here on my channel

[@momie2647]

@Elementza ow thx u so much ! >///

[@Marssen]

Hi,I'm curious, I'm currently studying architecture and trying to design fluid buildings using Maya, but I haven't found a suitable educational KZbin channel. Could you recommend a channel that focuses on architecture in this area?"

[@Random-sm5gi]

Mario hello, is there any discord server of yours?

[@christianpaka5420]

respect

[@sultanakbar9261]

man how do you put single straight edge using multicut tool

[@Elementza]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/moeqdq1uhLukZsksi=fI7ExhwC53ITQI99&t=681 here you go

[@Mg_45495]

Your discord server?

[@TheFikFikri]

Stupid questions and probably no one will notice, isn't knowing how to topology when you want to be a 3d artist important isn't it? why do i need an exact reason to learn topology, learning is good afterall no? and what the scenario that this lesson of topology is not used?

[@Outmind01]

It is. And he answered your question at the beginning of the video. You don't necessarily need good topology if you use static objects that don't need to deform, don't have curved surfaces, and aren't used for games or movies etc. But it's still important to master the topology since when you do know it you can apply it to anything.