On this DVD, Matt focuses on the fundamental implementation and functionality of Mental Ray
from within Maya. He covers many areas, beginning with an in-depth exploration of the interface
of Mental Ray, including the use of MEL scripts to access custom features. Next, he shows an
initial scene setup using a custom naming script to label files automatically and correctly as
they are output. Many other topics are covered in depth, including setting up basic frame buffers,
using diagnostics to debug your scenes, various implementations of motion blur including the
rasterizer (rapid motion), lens shaders, a custom shader allowing you to blur in post, depth of
field, displacement utilizing the latest techniques, including a thorough explanation of
ccmeshes (Catmull-Clark meshes) and how to access them from within Mental Ray for Maya.

http://www.thegnomonworkshop.com/dvds/mha04.html

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