Synopsis
Character Animation Enhanced is the first complete reference to all key character animation resources. Provides readers with feature-by-feature product comparisons that help them choose the right tool for every character animation task. Includes at least one tutorial for the software package or plug-in reviewed.
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About the Author
Doug Kelly has written several books and articles, and has presented various seminars on computer graphics since 1992. His publications include Character Animation with Lightwave [6], Character Animation In Depth, Digital Compositing In Depth; as well as, contributing to the manuals for several 3D programs, written numerous articles for Keyframe and 3D Artist magazines, and his LENY '97 Character animation seminar CD-ROM. Doug is currently a freelance writer and animator and is editor of Keyframe Magazine.
From the Back Cover
Everything You Need To Start A Career Or Open Your Own Animation Studio! Character Animation In Depth surveys the entire field of character animation software and hardware tools. Extensive projects and head-to-head product comparisons give you in-depth information you won't find anywhere else. Top-notch industry professionals with up to 20 years' experience give you the latest and best character animation theory and practical, production-proven techniques. Directors and supervisors give you the inside scoop on getting into the business - and staying there! Covers Softimage, 3D Studio MAX, Animation:Master, LightWave 3D, trueSpace3, and more!
About the Author Doug Kelly (Auburn, ME) has written books and articles and presented seminars on 3D animation software since 1992. His publications include LightWave 3D 5 Character Animation f/x; numerous articles for LightWavin', 3D Artist, and Video Toaster User magazines; and user and tutorial manuals for SoftF/X. He is a principal of Kelly Computer Consultants. You can contact him at dakelly@earthlink.net or through his Web site at http://home.earthlink.net/~dakelly/index.htm.
Everything you need in step-by-step detail to:
Learn character animation from the beginning - or jump-start from your skills in traditional animation and other arts
Learn character animation for your software - this book covers them all
Choose the right tool for the job with impartial, detailed reviews
Create your own demo reel, the first step to an animation career or your own business
Make your own animated films, from story to screen
CD-ROM Contents:
Demo versions of Animation:Master, trueSpace3, Digital Fusion, Premier, After Effects, Photoshop, 4D Paint, Detailer, Painter, Bones Pro MAX, RayGun, TOPIXCloth, ClothReyes, MetaReyes, CartoonReyes, JetaReyes, and Magpie Pro
Every image, model, and setup file for projects in the book
Clips from award-winning animated films
Script-writing templates, sample storyboards, and exposure sheets
Complete project soundtrack with original music and sound effects
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