THINKING IN 3D
Learn Maya Free in 5 Days
The 5-day Map
Day 1
Blocking out the Asset
- Foundations & Setup
- Blocking Mindset
- Character Block-Out
- Core Workflow Skills
Day 2
Refining the Legs
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Day 3
Detailing the Arms
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Day 4
Updating the Torso
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Day 5
Defining the Head
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• With tons of bonus content
What You'll Build
By Sunday, you'll have made:
What You Get
- 4 pre-recorded lessons taught by working VFX professionals
- 1 live midweek Q&A
- Final review of your work, personalized feedback
- Alumni Q&A drop, hear from people who got hired
- Early portal access with Intro to Maya + install help
- 30-day Maya trial walkthrough (Mac + Windows)
- John's industry session — how the path actually works
Who this is for
This is for you if:
- You're a beginner
- You're Blender-curious
- You're wondering if 3D could be a career
This is not for you if:
- You're already a working VFX artist
- You're under 18
- You're just looking for a software demo
Why Think Tank
100+
graduates placed in the past 12 months
50+
studios hiring our graduates - including Disney Animation, ILM, Sony
Pictures Imageworks, ICON Creative, Bardel Animation, Atomic Cartoons,
Blizzard, Naughty Dog, Gunfire Games, InXile Entertainment & EA.
By far the best 3D school for the price. Every instructor I had at Think Tank was an active industry professional with multiple film credits, and each genuinely cared about both my work and my career development.
Think Tank Graduate
3D Modeler, Sony
The mentorship here is unlike anything I found in traditional education'Think Tank was a life-changing experience for me...It’s challenging, you need to stay committed and push through tough moments, but the rewards are worth it.
Think Tank Graduate
Environment Artist, InXile
I finally gained all the tools I needed skill wise to make the jump to full time mid-level art positions. I consider my time at TTTC to be the key turning point for my career.
Think Tank Graduate
Character Artist, Escape Velocity Entertainment
Registration form
We're sorry, our programs are only available to students over 18 years of age.
FAQ
Do I need to install Maya before Day 1?
Yes, we'll send a guide and a 30-day trial link.
Does it work on Mac?
Yes, the install guide covers both Mac and Windows.
What if I miss a day?
Lessons stay in the portal during the cohort. Replays after final review
are only available for completers.
Do I need any 3D experience?
No.
Is it really free?
Yes.