Overview

Learn the same techniques, technology, and approaches used to create advanced character setups such as skin and muscle deformation and intuitive animation controls just like those used in big-budget Hollywood films. This book skillfully addresses advanced techniques for character rigging and deforming without regard to a particular software package, which should increase readership by including users of all digital effects programs. This book is a great companion/follow-up to Inspired 3D Character Setup (1-931841-51-9), which introduces the concepts of this craft. Inspired 3D Advanced Rigging and Deformations takes this difficult and sought-after skill and provides deeper explanations and techniques.

Full Product Details

Author:   Grandy ,  Premier Press Development ,  John Hood ,  Brad Clark
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Course Technology Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 18.50cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.10cm
Weight:   0.908kg
ISBN:  

9781592001163

ISBN 10:   1592001165
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   24 April 2005
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Section 1: The Essentials 1. Maya Architecture 2. IK Solvers and Their Application 3. Matrix Math 4. Interview with Mike Comet Section 2: Rigging 5. Planned and Organized Rigging 6. The Application of Research: Establishing Your Rig's Foundation 7. Stable, User-Friendly, Flexible Rigs 8. Props and Interactive Accessories 9. Focus on the Face Section 3: Advanced Rigging 10. Automation 11. Tail Rigging for Paul and his Bananas 12. Interview with Rick May of TOONSTRUCK ANIMATION 13. The Pipeline Section 4: Skinning 14. Form and Function 15. Skin Cluster Deformer Applications 16. Blend Shape Deformer Applications Section 5: Advanced Skinning 17. CASE STUDY: BMW Angels Rig 18. Cluster Deformer Applications 19. Muscle Systems and Skin Solvers

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