Secrets Of Digital Animation

Author : Steven Withrow
Publisher : Rotovision
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08
Category : Art
ISBN : 9782888930143

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Secrets of Digital Animation by Steven Withrow Pdf

Secrets of Digital Animation sets out to demonstrate and showcase a range of cutting-edge work, new techniques, and influential practitioners within all forms of contemporary animation, from anime to flashware, and from animated shorts to machinima, offering creative hints and tips from the genre masters. This book offers young practitioners, and those interested in broadening their skills, an insider’s view of the fast evolving work of animation; showcasing professionals and their creations, working methods, and inspiration, along with jargon-busting explanations and easy to follow demonstrations. Stunning examples of finished work are shown alongside conceptual drawings and works in progress. The book contains practical advice and case studies that explore the professional techniques behind designing innovative characters and fantastical worlds, and bringing them to life.

Author : Julia Peguet
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2022-04-05
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781000546316

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Secrets of the Animator by Julia Peguet Pdf

Based on the author's own notes compiled over 18 years, this work is intended for both animation students and professionals. This manual is a learning tool focusing exclusively on the work of animators. It provides all the keys to understanding the principles of motion and how to transfer them to characters, whether drawn or modeled, 2D or 3D, or human or animal. Julia Peguet explains the principles of physics applicable to any motion (animation curve, momentum, rebound, etc.) and provides practical tips for stabilizing a puppet, animating a character's mouth and eyes, or even making a character stand out with a particular gait. Sketches and photographs illustrate technical recommendations step by step. Exercises and boxes containing tips and notes are also provided.

Author : Andy Wyatt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Computer animation
ISBN : 0500288623

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The Complete Digital Animation Course by Andy Wyatt Pdf

Provides information on the entire animation process, covering such topics as story research, scriptwriting, the storyboard, character design, voice recording, motion theory, staging, expressions, motion, scene planing, lighting, visual effects, and editing.

Author : Rowland B. Wilson
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781136127267

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Trade Secrets by Rowland B. Wilson Pdf

Animation doesn't come with instructions; Rowland B. Wilson demanded guidelines. Trade Secrets offers a never before published peek into the personal journals of Rowland B. Wilson (1930-2005), a legend in the world of Cartooning, Advertising, Illustration and Animation. Trade Secrets is a compendium of tips, tricks, philosophies and techniques garnered over a lifetime of professional animation and artistry. Study one-on-one with a mentor whose Walt Disney film credits include The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, Atlantis and Treasure Planet. These writings represent the quintessential refresher for fine artists and animation professionals, and are vital tutorials for students who are now poised to be part of another new generation in the art form. Have a seat and let an amiable, respected mentor reveal his keys to success. Develop your professional creative toolset with a focus on foundational animation techniques. Inspiration in your pocket; Trade Secrets includes a digital pocket guide, filled with charts and diagrams as well as helpful tools and tips.

Author : Rooney Johnson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798461093938

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Secrets of Animation by Rooney Johnson Pdf

Whether a novice curious about the cartoon production process, a visual arts student who has not yet experienced that big break, or a seasoned professional looking for valuable insight, Secrets of Animation is the go-to guide for creating the perfect pitch. Secrets of Animation will help readers discover how to tap into their creativity to develop something personal yet universal. If you really want to learn how to animate, then you should get this book.

Author : Olivier Cotte
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Animated films
ISBN : 0080926851

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Secrets of Oscar-winning Animation by Olivier Cotte Pdf

Author : Rowland B. Wilson
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781136127250

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Trade Secrets by Rowland B. Wilson Pdf

Animation doesn't come with instructions; Rowland B. Wilson demanded guidelines. Trade Secrets offers a never before published peek into the personal journals of Rowland B. Wilson (1930-2005), a legend in the world of Cartooning, Advertising, Illustration and Animation. Trade Secrets is a compendium of tips, tricks, philosophies and techniques garnered over a lifetime of professional animation and artistry. Study one-on-one with a mentor whose Walt Disney film credits include The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, Atlantis and Treasure Planet. These writings represent the quintessential refresher for fine artists and animation professionals, and are vital tutorials for students who are now poised to be part of another new generation in the art form. Have a seat and let an amiable, respected mentor reveal his keys to success. Develop your professional creative toolset with a focus on foundational animation techniques. Inspiration in your pocket; Trade Secrets includes a digital pocket guide, filled with charts and diagrams as well as helpful tools and tips.

Author : Marc Spess
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Animation (Cinematography)
ISBN : 9789298910161

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Secrets of Clay Animation Revealed by Marc Spess Pdf

Author : Olivier Cotte
Publisher : Focal Press
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Art
ISBN : STANFORD:36105123366960

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Secrets of Oscar-winning Animation by Olivier Cotte Pdf

Unique insight into the classic films of the world's greatest animators.

Author : Tony White
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781136144226

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Animation from Pencils to Pixels by Tony White Pdf

Just add talent! Award-winning animator Tony White brings you the ultimate book for digital animation. Here you will find the classic knowledge of many legendary techniques revealed, paired with information relevant to today's capable, state-of-the-art technologies. White leaves nothing out. What contemporary digital animators most need to know can be found between this book's covers - from conceptions to creation and through the many stages of the production pipeline to distribution. This book is intended to serve as your one-stop how-to animation guide. Whether you're new to animation or a very experienced digital animator, here you'll find fundamentals, key classical techniques, and professional advice that will strengthen your work and well-roundedness as an animator. Speaking from experience, White presents time-honored secrets of professional animaton with a warm, masterly, and knowledgeable approach that has evolved from over 30 years as an award-winning animator/director. The book's enclosed downloadable resources presents classic moments from animation's history through White's personal homage to traditional drawn animation, "Endangered Species." Using movie clips and still images from the film, White shares the 'making of' journal of the film, detailing each step, with scene-by-scene descriptions, technique by technique. Look for the repetitive stress disorder guide on the downloadable resources, called, "Mega-hurts." Watch the many movie clips for insights into the versatility that a traditional, pencil-drawn approach to animaton can offer.

Author : Tony White
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2013-08-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781136139338

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How to Make Animated Films by Tony White Pdf

Sadly the days of the traditional studio apprenticeship in animation are long gone but this book enables the reader to find the next best thing, watching and observing a Master Animator at work. Become Tony White's personal animation apprentice, and experience the golden era of the great Disney and Warner Brothers studios right in your own home or studio. Tony White's Animation Master Class is uniquely designed to cover the core principles of animated movement comprehensively. It offers a DVD with animated movies and filmed excerpts of the author at his drawing board to illustrate the concepts as the work is being created. Tony White's Animation Master Class offers secrets and unique approaches only a Master Animator could share. The book comes out of the author's six years of real-world professional experience teaching animation, and 30 years of professional experience. Whether you want to become a qualified animator of 2D, 3D, Flash or any other form of animation, Tony White's foundations bring you closer to that goal. The DVD is invaluable, in that readers are not only taught principles and concepts in the book, they are able to see them demonstrated in action in the movies on the DVD.

Author : Tod Polson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-08-13
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781452127385

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The Noble Approach by Tod Polson Pdf

This extraordinary volume examines the life and animation philosophy of Maurice Noble, the noted American animation background artist and layout designer whose contributions to the industry span more than 60 years and include such cartoon classics as Duck Dodgers in the 24 ½th Century, What's Opera, Doc?, and The Road Runner Show. Revered throughout the animation world, his work serves as a foundation and reference point for the current generation of animators, story artists, and designers. Written by Noble's longtime friend and colleague Tod Polson and based on the draft manuscript Noble worked on in the years before his death, this illuminating book passes on his approach to animation design from concept to final frame, illustrated with sketches and stunning original artwork spanning the full breadth of his career.

Author : Tony White
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781136139345

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How to Make Animated Films by Tony White Pdf

Sadly the days of the traditional studio apprenticeship in animation are long gone but this book enables the reader to find the next best thing, watching and observing a Master Animator at work. Become Tony White's personal animation apprentice, and experience the golden era of the great Disney and Warner Brothers studios right in your own home or studio. Tony White's Animation Master Class is uniquely designed to cover the core principles of animated movement comprehensively. It offers a DVD with animated movies and filmed excerpts of the author at his drawing board to illustrate the concepts as the work is being created. Tony White's Animation Master Class offers secrets and unique approaches only a Master Animator could share. The book comes out of the author's six years of real-world professional experience teaching animation, and 30 years of professional experience. Whether you want to become a qualified animator of 2D, 3D, Flash or any other form of animation, Tony White's foundations bring you closer to that goal. The DVD is invaluable, in that readers are not only taught principles and concepts in the book, they are able to see them demonstrated in action in the movies on the DVD.

Author : John Kundert-Gibbs,Dariush Derakhshani
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2006-02-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780782150612

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Maya® Secrets of the ProsTM by John Kundert-Gibbs,Dariush Derakhshani Pdf

Featuring completely original material from a new team of Maya know-it-alls, this second edition of an award-winning book is sure to inform and inspire even the most seasoned Maya user. In this distinctive Maya Press title, a cadre of professionals led by two acclaimed Maya pros, reveal the precious secrets they’ve learned using Maya on high-profile CG projects such as The Matrix, Shrek 2, and X-Men. In nine unique and compelling chapters, you’ll get detailed and sophisticated instruction on how to: Enhance fluidity and realism by generating complex motion with Maya Cloth Apply non-photorealistic rendering styles that mimic the look of comic books and impressionist paintings Emulate real-world camera motion, from dolly-and-pan movement to varying levels of camera shake Produce natural lighting effects using global illumination and image based lighting Ensure smooth and accurate transfer of character data from modeling to rigging to animation to lighting Control IK chains, deformers, and surfaces with Maya Hair's dynamic curves Use dynamics effectively to create flexible objects and add secondary effects to enhance your animation Use Maya’s built-in noise function to produce powerful effects similar to those used in “The Matrix” trilogy Create a human face from a conceptual sketch using subdivision surfaces

Author : Jeremy Cantor
Publisher : Course Technology
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Computer animation
ISBN : 1435460464

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Secrets of CG Short Filmmakers by Jeremy Cantor Pdf

Accompanying DVD includes full-length versions of each short discussed in the text.