Hey there, 3D artists! Ever wondered how to add some pizzazz to your models in Maya? Well, today I'm gonna show you how to add texture to your 3D creations and make them pop! Let's get started.

Step 1: Open up your 3D model in Maya and navigate to the 'Hypershade' panel. This is where all the magic happens!

Step 2: Once you're in the Hypershade, create a new Lambert or Blinn material. This will serve as the base for your texture.

Step 3: With the new material selected, go to the 'Color' attribute and click on the checker box next to it. This will open up the 'Create Render Node' window.

Step 4: In the 'Create Render Node' window, choose 'File' to create a new texture file node.

Step 5: Now, you'll need to navigate to the location of your texture file on your computer and select it. This will link the texture to your material in Maya.

Step 6: After selecting your texture file, go back to the Hypershade and connect the 'Out Color' of your texture file node to the 'Color' attribute of your material. This will apply the texture to your 3D model.

Step 7: Finally, go back to your 3D viewport and admire your textured creation! You can now see the texture applied to your model, adding depth and detail to your design.

And there you have it! Adding texture to your 3D models in Maya is as easy as that. So go ahead and get creative with your designs, and make them stand out with some awesome textures. Thanks for tuning in, and happy creating!