Combustion 4.0 Complete Self-Learning Manual - (Includes 2 CDs)

Author: Li Hongjun
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: This book provides a comprehensive and in-depth analysis and explanation of Combustion 4.0, a powerful synthesis tool. The book consists of 21 chapters, introducing the entire process of creating special effects, visual effects, and image compositing using Combustion, from basic knowledge to advanced techniques. The main content includes:
Basic knowledge,
Operational basics,
Organizing composite elements,
Using the Summary View,
Image compositing,
Channels, masks, and selections,
Animation,
Advanced compositing,
Keying,
Color correction,
Distortion,
Tracking,
Editing,
Video output,
Filter effects,
Painting and text,
Particle effects,
Integration with 3ds Max,
G-Buffer creation,
Expressions and Capsules, etc.
Each chapter is interspersed with simple and easy-to-learn teaching examples, allowing readers to consolidate their knowledge through hands-on practice while learning the software principles, thereby deepening their understanding and familiarity with the software. This book is an advanced tutorial for mastering Combustion 4.0 from beginner to expert. It is divided into 21 chapters, providing a detailed introduction to the powerful functions of Combustion 4.0, including basic knowledge, using the Workspace panel and Summary View to organize composite elements, image compositing, channels, masks, selections, animation, advanced compositing, keying, color correction, distortion, tracking, editing, video output, filter effects, painting and text, particle effects, integration with 3ds Max, G-Buffer usage, and more. Some chapters include multiple exercises and annotations for important operational steps to help readers learn Combustion 4.0 more easily and thoroughly.
This book is suitable not only for self-study and improvement by beginners and intermediate users but also as a textbook and reference for relevant majors in higher art institutions and film and television compositing training classes.
CD Content: Some example files and video demonstrations.