Providing solid conceptual and critical basics through a combination of technical explanations and creative techniques, this updated edition addresses the newest techniques available in the latest software programs and hardware. The author guides the reader along a step-by-step approach to creating and outputting fully rendered three-dimensional computer still images, animations, and effects.
Rezensionen / Stimmen
"Oh man, is this book beautiful! (Gamasutra, 4/20/2004) "...an excellent technical reference..." (M2 Best Books, May 2004) "...will take you step-by-step through the process of creating your very own 3D animations, with illustrations from the leading animation houses..." (PC Home, Issue 139, 2003) "...a must-read book if you're interested in 3D..." (MacFormat, 30 Octobeer 2003) "...truly gorgeous looking...detailed, professional and very, very colourful..." (Digital Creative Arts, November 2003) "...well illustrated...layout is effective...order of topics logical and intuitive..." TechBook Report, November 2003) "...offers step-by-step guidelines to the entire process of creating a fully rendered 3D computer animation or still image." (Digital Arts, October 2007)
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Editions-Typ
Illustrationen
iIllustrations (some col.)
Maße
Höhe: 23.3 cm
Breite: 19 cm
Dicke: 19 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-471-43036-0 (9780471430360)
Schweitzer Klassifikation
ISAAC V. KERLOW is Director of Digital Production at The Walt Disney Company in Los Angeles, California. He is also a longtime active member of SIGGRAPH and the Visual Effects Society.
Preface.
SECTION I: INTRODUCTION.
Chapter 1. Animation, Visual Effects, and Technology in Context.
Chapter 2. The Digital Production Process.
Chapter 3. Basic Modeling Concepts.
Chapter 4. Basic Modeling Techniques.
Chapter 5. Advanced Modeling Techniques.
Chapter 6. Basic Rendering Concepts.
Chapter 7. The Camera.
Chapter 8. Lighting.
Chapter 9. Shading and Surface Characteristics.
Chapter 10. Basic Concepts of Animation.
Chapter 11. Basic Computer Animation Techniques.
Chapter 12. Advanced Computer Animation Techniques.
Chapter 13. Visual Effects Techniques.
Chapter 14. Retouching, Compositing and Color Grading.
Chapter 15. Image Resolution and Output.
Appendix: www.artof3d.com.
Index.
