Are you ready to take your 3D modeling to the next level? Adding texture to your models in Maya can bring them to life with realistic details. Follow these simple steps to add texture in Maya:

Step 1: Open your 3D model in Maya.

Step 2: Select the object to which you want to add texture.

Step 3: In the Hypershade window, create a new Lambert or Blinn material by right-clicking and selecting 'Create' > 'Materials' > 'Lambert' or 'Blinn'.

Step 4: Once the material is created, double-click on it to open the Attribute Editor.

Step 5: In the Attribute Editor, under the 'Color' tab, click on the checkerboard icon next to the 'Color' attribute to open the Create Render Node window.

Step 6: In the Create Render Node window, select 'File' and click 'OK'.

Step 7: In the Attribute Editor, under the 'File' tab, click on the folder icon next to the 'Image Name' attribute to browse and select the texture image you want to apply to the model.

Step 8: Adjust the 'Repeat UV' settings to control how the texture tiles across the surface of the model. You can also adjust the 'Coverage' settings to scale and position the texture.

Step 9: Once you are satisfied with the texture placement and scaling, close the Attribute Editor.

Step 10: In the Maya main window, right-click on the object and select 'Assign Existing Material' > [name of the material you created] to apply the texture to the object.

Step 11: To see the texture applied to your model, go to the Viewport 2.0 and make sure 'Texturing' is enabled.

Congratulations! You have successfully added texture to your 3D model in Maya. You can now explore different textures and experiment with lighting to enhance the realism of your digital art and design.

Adding texture to your 3D models in Maya opens up a world of possibilities for creating visually stunning and lifelike designs. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced 3D artist, mastering texture application in Maya can elevate the quality of your work and bring your creative vision to life.