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MAYA
Software
Jan 2026  ·  5 min read

MAYA VS BLENDER — WHICH IS BETTER FOR BEGINNERS?

Both are industry tools — but they're very different. We break down cost, learning curve, job demand, and which one Max Expert recommends you start with.

STORY
Student Story
Jan 2026  ·  4 min read

FROM MADURAI TO CHENNAI STUDIO IN 9 MONTHS

Arun came to Max Expert with zero experience. Nine months later he was compositing shots for a Tamil feature film. His story, in his own words.

3D
3D Animation
Dec 2025  ·  6 min read

THE 12 PRINCIPLES OF ANIMATION EVERY STUDENT MUST KNOW

Disney's 12 principles are the foundation of everything — from cartoon to cinematic VFX. Master these and you'll stand out in every studio interview.

TIPS
Tips & Tricks
Dec 2025  ·  4 min read

5 FREE RESOURCES TO PRACTISE 3D AT HOME

Can't afford expensive software yet? Here are 5 completely free tools and websites where you can practise modelling, texturing, and rendering from your laptop.

VFX
VFX
Nov 2025  ·  7 min read

WHAT IS COMPOSITING AND WHY IT'S THE MOST IN-DEMAND VFX SKILL

Compositing is what turns raw green screen footage into movie magic. We explain how it works, the software used, and why Tamil film studios are desperately hiring compositors right now.

SALARY
Career
Nov 2025  ·  5 min read

HOW MUCH DO 3D ANIMATORS EARN IN INDIA IN 2026?

Salary ranges from ₹15,000/month for freshers to ₹1.5L+ for senior artists. We break down what factors affect your pay and how to reach the top bracket faster.

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