All of the talented people nominated were recognized as exceptional people doing exceptional things with—and for—3D through the work they produce, through mentoring, and for their contribution to advancing the tools we use. Then we asked you, the Max and Maya community, to vote—and vote you did, by the hundreds.

It's a great pleasure to introduce this year's Autodesk Masters. Our warmest congratulations go to:

Maya Masters	3ds Max Masters
Andrea Maiolo	Paul Neale
Piyush Patel	Dario Passariello

A Big "Thank You" to All
Naming those honored this year was a challenging task given all of the talented artists you told us about. No matter what the outcome, all of the nominees are among the best of the very best. We extend our deeply felt thanks to the nominees for agreeing to "stand and be counted". They are all truly gifted and contribute in so many ways to make 3D art and technology better for us all.

Our thanks also go to the valued members of the community who nominated and voted for this year's Maya Masters and 3ds Max Masters.

If you have a nomination for next year's awards, send it along. Here's how...