MAYA Ultra Engine Effects Chapter (Full Color)

Author: Perfect Dynamics
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This book is the second volume in the "Maya Ultra Engine" series of the Perfect Dynamics cutting-edge technology report series. Through six examples: Swarm Attack, Super Breakdown, Desert Oasis, Sinopec, Rainbow Spray, and Changhu Autumn Reeds, it focuses on explaining how to create special effects such as explosions, set dressing, group biological creatures, smoke, liquids, and plant growth in the real world, striving for a lifelike effect. The book not only provides detailed instructions on creating the examples but also offers an in-depth analysis of the theory behind Maya special effects production, making it valuable for readers of all levels. The accompanying CD-ROM contains source files, renderings, and video tutorial files for the book's examples. This book is suitable for video and film title sequence production personnel, video effects production personnel, 3D animation enthusiasts, as well as students and teachers in related fields, and participants in social training courses.