MEL Scripts

seNodeList
This is a helpful script to list and filter common utility nodes in the scene. You can also create new nodes and easily load them into the connection editor for quick connecting.

Download MEL Script- ZIP(3kb)

seStripHierPrefix
A simple script that will strip the given prefix from the selected object's hierarchy. Has a handy feature to only rename objects of the same object type that you selected.

Download MEL Script - ZIP(4kb)

seMatchBlendShapeVertex
This will match the position of vertices from one object to another. Handy if you want to "reset" a target's vertex position. Works with Poly, Sub-D, NURBS, and NURBS Curve objects.

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Tutorials and Info
Create Maya set driven keys in MotionBuilder
A tutorial to show you how to create a set driven key from Maya in MotionBuilder by using a relation constraint.
MotionBuilder Python Object Property Lists
A library of all the properties available on different object types accessible to python.
   

Scott's Famous Eye Rig
I wrote a little tutorial on how to setup an eye rig with two different types of controls with blending. Plus some helpful scripts and other features. Check it out!

Go To Eye Rig Tutorial

   
Other Free Stuff

My Old Apartment HDR
This was for my camera tracking project but I thought I would share it with anyone who wants another one to add to their collection.

Download: ZIP | TAR

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CGTalk - huge cg community and message board
Highend 3D - Lots of scripts and resources
CGChar - great message board for animators
The Business of Animation - interesting industry news
Malcolm Kesson's RenderMan Site - great RenderMan site
The Daily .WAV - lots of great sound clips