The only hands-on book devoted to mastering Maya''s dynamics
tools for water, wind, and fire In the world of animation, the
ability to create realistic water, wind, and fire effects is key.
Autodesk Maya software includes powerful dynamics tools that have
been used to design breathtaking effects for movies, games,
commercials, and short films. This professional guide teaches you
the primary techniques you need to make the most of Maya''s toolkit,
so you''ll soon be creating water that ripples, gusting winds and
gentle breezes, and flickering fires the way Hollywood pros do. The
one-of-a-kind book is completely project-based. Learn the
intricacies of Maya''s Dynamics tools and continue to build your
skills with projects that increase in complexity. A DVD is included
with additional video training. Maya is the industry-leading 3D
animation and effects software; Maya dynamics tools create water
and other fluids, wind, fire, fur, particles, and more Build
professional skills in Maya Dynamics with this project-based guide
Put your skills to work by completing a series of projects on
water, wind, and fire effects A DVD included with the book provides
additional video training "Maya Studio Projects: Dynamics" is one
of a new series of books designed to teach animators and designers
fresh skills through project-based instruction.
關於作者:
About the Author Todd Palamar began his career creating
traditional special effects for low-budget horror movies and
quickly gravitated to computer animation. After working on numerous
straight-to-video movies, he switched gears and entered the video
game industry. Todd has extensive freelance experience, including
dozens of military and game-style simulations, corporate
commercials, and theme park rides. In addition, he has written
several Maya books.
目錄:
1 Particles.
2 Fluids.
3 Breaking Ground.
4 Volcanic Activity.
5 Tornadoes.
6 Playing with Fire.
7 Explosions.
8 The Flood.