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By
Darren Brooker, CG artist, Cosgrove Hall Digital., Award-winning, independent rendering and lighting specialist. Experienced journalist – published work
in: The Guardian, 3D World, CGI, Computer Arts, Creation, Post Update, Digit
Description
Lighting is the one thing that makes or breaks any CG environment. This inspirational book and DVD give you everything you need to create
convincing CG lightin; from the concepts and theoretical aspects to the techniques and tricks that are essential in a production environment.
The stunning color illustrations throughout the book illustrate just what can be done, while the tutorials show you exactly how to do
it.
Every ounce of theory is backed up with practical tutorials, using the free trial versions of 3ds Max and Combustion supplied on
the companion DVD. The tutorials take you from the fundamentals of lighting, right through to advanced techniques with many new sections,
including ones that cover radiosity techniques, rendering with mental ray, and compositing.
Certified by Autodesk, Darren Brooker's
new edition teaches the real methods behind real-world work. If you want a one-stop master class in CG lighting, or if you just want
to brush up on your existing skills - then this book contains everything you need.
Audience
3D artists working in animation, gaming, broadcast and film seeking to improve the realism of their models and environments with realistic
lighting. Additional buyers of this book might be in the worlds of architectural visualisation, illustrators and fine artists working
with CG and 3D hobbyists. International appeal. Over 180,000 professionals use Autodesk?s 3ds Max.
Contents
Introduction; Part 1: Theory ; A little light theory; CG lights examined; Understanding shadows; Part 2: Techniques; Basic lighting techniques;
Further lighting techniques; Radiosity techniques; Indoor lighting techniques; Outdoor lighting techniques; Special lighting techniques;
Match lighting; Lighting and lens effects; Rendering with mental ray; Lighting for games; Compositing; Part 3: Tips and tricks; In production;
Part 4: Taking it further; Composition and drama; Camerawork and technicalities; Looking further; Appendices: About the DVD; Glossary;
Bibliography. DVD content: The natural elements; Tricks of the trade; Third-party plug-ins
Bibliographic & ordering Information
Paperback, 416 pages, publication date: APR-2006
ISBN-13: 978-0-240-52022-3
ISBN-10: 0-240-52022-X
Imprint: FOCAL PRESS
Price: Order form
EUR 46.95
USD 49.95
GBP 29.99
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Last update: 23 Jul 2008
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