3ds Max 8 Architectural Animation Techniques - The Path to the Peak (Includes 1 DVD)

Author: Liu Zhengxu
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: This book comprehensively describes the techniques of architectural animation production, from pre-production planning to mid-production and post-rendering output. It provides detailed introductions to architectural animation scripting, personnel allocation, and division of labor, camera animation, flag animation, fish animation in water, bird animation, character animation, and the production methods of various types of water fountain animations, along with many practical tips. Additionally, it covers advanced modeling techniques, the application of lighting and materials in architectural animations, the creation of trees, and the production of large-scale bird's-eye view environmental animations. It also demonstrates the comprehensive application of various methods through an example of an animation for a Central Business District (CBD). Finally, it details the rendering output and post-production of architectural animations. When introducing the production of various types of architectural animations, the book selects highly representative examples and analyzes the key techniques of each animation in detail, enabling readers to achieve the goal of learning by analogy. This book is suitable for architectural animation production professionals at all levels and 3D animation enthusiasts, as well as serving as a teaching material for architectural expression and related disciplines in universities, colleges, and social training courses.