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Computer Graphics for Artists II

Environments and Characters

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  • © 2009

Overview

  • Industry specific problems and solutions

  • Extensive anatomical reference for character building

  • Subject breakdown and analysis techniques provided to improve an artists ability to make the most of his tools

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Table of contents (16 chapters)

  1. 3D3/Environments

  2. 3D4/Anatomy for Characters

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About this book

In this second volume of Computer Graphics for Artists the author, Andrew Paquette, guides the reader through the creation of realistic computer-generated backgrounds and characters. Rather than teach using a specific program, the author focuses on the theory required to ensure that the artist can create a convincing landscape, building, person or whatever they turn their attention to. Part One covers the core areas of background generation, such as CG terrain, plant life and architecture, but also deals with specific concepts such as photo-texturing and lighting, explaining all the advantages and pitfalls involved. Part Two introduces the reader to the study of the body-shape and movement and their consequent effects upon successful digital-recreation, as well as addressing some of the fundamental elements of appearance; hair, skin and fat. It is assumed that readers will be familiar with the terms and concepts described in the first volume of this work.

Authors and Affiliations

  • NHTV International Game Architecture and Design, The Netherlands

    Andrew Paquette

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Computer Graphics for Artists II

  • Book Subtitle: Environments and Characters

  • Authors: Andrew Paquette

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-470-6

  • Publisher: Springer London

  • eBook Packages: Computer Science, Computer Science (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag London 2009

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-1-84882-469-0Published: 03 June 2009

  • eBook ISBN: 978-1-84882-470-6Published: 22 May 2009

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XIX, 343

  • Topics: Computer Applications, Computer Graphics

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