Poser4 3D Animation Design - God of War Series (God of War Series)

Author: Zou Zhen
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book is divided into 13 chapters, providing a comprehensive explanation of Poser4. Each chapter not only explains tools and functions but also carefully designs representative operational examples, allowing readers to intuitively and quickly understand the main functions of Poser4 and deeply master this excellent 3D design software through practice. Chapter 1 of the book provides a simple introduction to Poser4, serving as an overview of the Poser software and a brief description of the environment and installation of Poser4, helping readers get acquainted with Poser4. Chapter 2 introduces the customization of the Poser4 workspace, including its panels and controls, enabling readers to understand the common operations of the interface. Chapter 3 covers the menus of Poser4, helping readers understand the functions and purposes of each command in the menu. Chapter 4 explains how to use tools like dragging in the editing tools and arranging human body poses using the parameter disc. Chapter 5 introduces how to use editing tools and the parameter disc to deform the human body. Chapter 6 discusses the magnetic deformation tool and the wave deformation tool, as well as the combined use of deformation tools and group tools. Chapter 7 introduces the joint parameter disc, explaining how to edit joints. Chapter 8, through the introduction of the SurfaceMaterial (Surface Material) window, allows readers to understand how to create different effects. Chapter 9 covers the rendering of Poser4 and sketch rendering, enabling readers to learn how to create countless sketch rendering results through the Sketch Designer. Chapter 10 explains the working principles and usage methods of cameras and lighting. Chapter 11 explains the basic operations of animation in Poser and how to create animations. Chapter 12 covers how to create realistic walking actions, allowing readers to understand the use of the Walk Designer. Chapter 13 introduces the use of the hierarchy editor. Readers can choose to read according to their needs. This book is suitable for self-study by Poser enthusiasts and can also serve as supplementary teaching material for various Poser training classes. It is applicable for computer 3D animators, film and television 3D creators, game developers, and other computer 3D creative personnel to learn and use.