Surface Modeling Tools in Maya

Learn the fundamentals of working with planars, then discover how to create a flat, planar surface with a boundary curve in this Maya lesson.

The boundary tool in Maya allows you to use curves to create surfaces. Learn how to properly use and adjust the settings of this essential tool in this lesson.

The square tool in Maya lets you create a surface from four curves. Learn how to use it, and see how it's both similar to and different from the boundary tool.

Do you want to create dimensional shapes from curves made in Maya? Learn how to use and adjust the settings of the revolve tool to create elaborate shapes.

The loft tool in Maya allows you to loft a surface, or create a stretched surface, between two or more curves. Learn how to use and adjust it in this lesson.