The Art of 3–D Computer Animation and Imaging - Softcover

Kerlow, Isaac V.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 047136004X ISBN 13: 9780471360049

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2000

Synopsis

The second edition of this popular reference addresses the newest techniques and latest technology in this rapidly changing field. Comprehensive and non-platform specific, it cuts through technical jargon to offer clear, step-by-step guidance through the entire process of creating a fully rendered 3-D still image or animation. Concepts are illustrated with 500 colour images - many of them new - from films, TV shows, and computer games. The book covers creative and artistic needs of the graphic artist and the computer scientist/programmer. In addition to dozens of new images, each chapter is fully updated and entirely new chapters on the overview of the digital production process and advanced character animation techniques are included. Illustrations represent work by Pixar Animation Studios, Blue Sky Studios, Cyan, Inc., Disney Studios, MCA/Universal, Acclaim Entertainment, Midway Games, Inc., Rhythm & Hues Studios, and many more.

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From the Back Cover

The complete state-of-the-art guide to 3-D computer animation and imaging.Essential for visual effects production, computer games,online interactive multimedia, and more!Incorporating the latest computer animation techniques and technology, this outstanding guide offers clear step-by-step coverage of the entire process of creating a fully rendered 3-D computer still image or animation from modeling and rendering to animation and compositing.Designed to work with any computer platform, the book cuts through the technical jargon and features hundreds of inspiring color images and easy-to-understand instructive diagrams many of them new from visual effects in movies, animated films, TV shows, and computer games.This edition has been fully revised and updated, including new material on the latest character and facial animation techniques and an overview of the digital production process, plus information on subdivision surfaces, image-based rendering, motion capture, and other current techniques. Whether you are a student, an independent artist or creator, or a production company team member, you ll find countless expert tips on how to improve the artistic and technical level of your 3-D computer animation.*Non-platform specific*500 full-color images*Newest computer techniques*Practical, step-by-step approach*Up-to-date guide to Internet resources.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 047136004X
• ISBN 13: 9780471360049
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 448