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Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

Anonymous — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 23:46:03 GMT

Hello all, not completely sure if this is the right category but here goes:

Basically, I read that you can use the things you made with the student version of Maya for your Portfolio, as well as post your creations to the internet as long as you or no one else makes money.

But I was wondering if it was okay to post my creations on social media, like Instagram, since I have an art account that sort of acts like a small portfolio. Obviously I have no control over whether people steal my images or not, but that's the same with any online portfolio/website, etc. And I wouldn't be making any money from the images myself either.

What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance for any answers.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

mspeer — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 03:43:24 GMT

Hi!

https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/maya-forum/student-version-of-maya-for-youtube/td-p/5663234

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

Anonymous — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 16:23:26 GMT

Hi, thanks for your reply! I read the whole thread, and from what I got you can't post anything from the student version on YouTube or any sites that get ad revenue? Although another person jumped in saying that YouTube is okay if you don't monetize the videos. It's a bit confusing.

How about Instagram though? I don't make any money from that and I feel like it's important to share my work, since it gives me more motivation to keep learning.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

mspeer — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 18:58:44 GMT

Hi!

Let my try to explain this in an easy way.

Youtube and other sites are all based on creating revenue, either by customers paying or by using ads. If you add content to these sites you help them getting more money even if you don't add ads yourself. In the end these are all commercial platforms.

The student version is offered free for you to learn the software and nothing more.

Even when only adding photos or creating movies (also learning movies) you also get into competition with professionals paying for the software which is a bit unfair, because they have to take their expenses into account.

That said, also students should be able to show what they can do and you can use the platforms Autodesk offer for this purpose. Although i don't see a problem just by showing some samples of your work, to be on the safe side, just rent the software for one month, use the skills you have now and create some beautiful and impressive content and use it like you want, without any limitation.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

Anonymous — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 19:23:47 GMT

Okay thanks for your help, I think I understand. Which Autodesk platforms can I share my student made stuff on? It would be nice to get feedback on how I can improve.

On a related note, I read that you can use images created on the student version of Maya for your portfolio. Does this include an online portfolio, if it's your own website that doesn't have ads?

Thanks again.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

mspeer — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 19:37:16 GMT

Hi!

From my first link:

"I would suggest trying out A360 ( https://a360.autodesk.com/ ) . It's free for students, you can upload and share links your work. It also may give you more functionality in some cases, depending on the program you are using."

If you have a personal (non commercial) website this should be the best place to show your portfolio, as you have full control and can prevent using advertisement or any other sort of commercial content.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

Anonymous — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 19:46:49 GMT

Okay cool, thanks for the link.

And I would want to put them on my website then, once I get one. Would it be okay then for me to put the URL to my website on my Instagram bio?

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

mspeer — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 19:59:45 GMT

Hi!

I would say yes. (But this again shows that it's not easy to separate one from the other as soon as you make something public.)

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

Anonymous — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 20:32:22 GMT

Alright I see. Thanks for all your help. I think I might just put my creations on A360 for the time being, then in the third year buy Maya LT.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

mspeer — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 20:58:12 GMT

Hi!

Glad i could help.

Please mark every answer that solves your problem as solution, so others interested in this thread will get a better overview.

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

honistahub — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 03:26:34 GMT

Hello AutoDesk Community,

You are correct in noting that the Maya Student Version allows you to use your creations for personal portfolios and to post them online, provided that neither you nor anyone else profits from them. This stipulation ensures that the software's educational licensing terms are adhered to, which is essential for remaining in compliance with Autodesk's policies.

Posting your creations on social media, such as Instagram, is generally acceptable under these conditions. An art account that functions as a small portfolio falls within the scope of permissible use, as long as you do not monetize these posts. It's important to remember that once your work is online, it can be susceptible to misuse, but this risk exists with any online content. To mitigate this, you can use watermarks or low-resolution images to protect your work.

Regarding your specific question, it’s perfectly fine to share your student version Maya renders on social media for non-commercial purposes. This aligns with the intent of showcasing your skills and building a portfolio, which is an allowable use case for the student license.

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Thank you for your question, and Happy Posting!!

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

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Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

ahmadpak5000 — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:42:30 GMT

Yes, you can post renders made with the Maya Student Version on social media, including platforms like Instagram, as long as you’re not selling your work or making money from it. Autodesk's student license generally allows for personal and educational use, which includes sharing your work online to showcase your skills. Just be sure to include a note that your work was created with the student version if you feel it's necessary, and be aware of potential copyright issues regarding your images being shared without your permission. Happy sharing!

Re: Can you post renders made with the Maya Student Version on Social Media?

ahmadpak5000 — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:51:08 GMT

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