Here are 2 different python functions I have made working on the Root and Ivy script. I think they could be helpful in various maya scripting cases (especially the first one). They are based on openmaya library, so they are compact and optimized.
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Plastic toys – and more especially LEGO – represent a common subject for students and CG artists. Lately, I did like everyone and practiced rendering in MtoA on a Christmas themed scene. Here are a few aspects that could eventually improve beginner’s workflow and render.
I’d like to present you a script I’ve been working on with other students. Inspired by Thomas Luft’s ivy generator, it was initially an exercise to practice python scripting in Maya. However, I brought it a bit further to make it shareable. Speaking of power, it is not comparable with available similar scripts or standalone programs. It still has the advantage to be a single short maya script, and I think it might be used for modest modeling cases.