Big Shock: Maya 5.0 Film and Television Advertising Production On-site

Author: Hou Lingyu
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: This is a specialized book on how to create broadcast-quality cinematic animations using Maya 5.0. Through five exciting examples, it comprehensively and systematically introduces the application techniques of Maya 5.0 in areas such as particles, lighting, NURBS modeling, materials, PaintEffects, and cloth animation. The book consists of 7 chapters, covering topics including the basics of Maya 5.0, new features of Maya 5.0, Yangchugou, Pure Water, Sterling, International Information, and classic reviews. The book provides detailed explanations and clear steps, guiding readers to master various Maya 5.0 techniques in a relaxed atmosphere. The five classic examples offer the best approach for learning Maya 5.0, while the step-by-step example descriptions enable readers to fully grasp the production principles of such cinematic advertisements. This book serves as an invaluable guide for designers working in film special effects, cinematic advertising, game development, video multimedia, web design, and 3D visualization. It can also be used as a teaching material for computer animation programs in higher art institutions and social Maya training classes. The CD content for this edition includes example source files, video files, and Maya 5.0 animation reviews.