3D human modeling and animation

• Main Author: Ratner, Peter (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken, N.J. J. Wiley 2003
• Edition: 2nd ed
• Subjects: Computer simulation; Three-dimensional display systems; Human figure in art; Computer animation
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• Physical Description: xvii, 316 pages illustration (some colour) 24 cm 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. 311) and index
• ISBN: 0471215481

3-D Human Modeling and Animation demonstrates how you can use your artistic skills in figure drawing, painting, and sculpture to create animated human figures using the latest computer technology. This easy-to-follow book guides you through all the necessary steps to create and animate digital humans. Students and professional 3-D artists will find this book to be an invaluable resource. This Second Edition combines detailed, practical information about creating and animating 3-D human models. More than 400 images, interactive files, and exciting animations included on the CD-ROM detail the modeling and animation processes for both male and female figures. Chapter objectives and exercises are tied to the CD-ROM, which also provides color example images, sample models, modeling templates, textures, lesson plans, and relevant animation movies that allow you to start modeling and animating right away!