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Safe Harbor Computers - Digital Video & 3D Animation Specialists

Safe Harbor Computers - Digital Video & 3D Animation Specialists

Safe Harbor Computers - Digital Video & 3D Animation Specialists
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Visual Effects Series
Explore the visual effects techniques used in film, television, commercial and music video production. The art of creating a convincing composition lies in the knowledge and skill of the artist. This advanced level series provides hands on visual demonstrations of award winning modeling, animation and compositing techniques. Taught by Jerrod Davis of Zoic Studios.

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Our Price: $179.99

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Visual Effects Series

CATEGORY: Tutorials PARTNUMBER: RAVN3010101
MANUFACTURER: Desktop Images PLATFORM(S): Apple Mac   &   Windows Win
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Visual Effects Series Specifications

Visual Effects Series: 3D Effects Compositing

Take your computer generated imagery to a new level with the ultimate in compositing control! Taught by Jerrod Davis of Zoic Studios.

Using NewTek's LightWave 3D and Discreet Combustion, Digital Effects artist Jarrod Davis demonstrates advanced compositing techniques that can be applied to many 3D and compositing applications. Set up the 3D scene to maximize compositing options, object lighting for textured environments, render individual layer passes, apply multi-layered effects, Color correction, filters and grain to blend the elements for final output.

Topics Covered:

  • Background Radiocity
  • Multi-Pass Rendering
  • Compositing Techniques
  • Exhaust & Dust
  • Color Correction
  • Grain Matching

Specifications:

  • Version: LightWave 8 & Discreet Combustion
  • Length: Approx. 100 min
  • Project Files Included
  • English Subtitled for the hearing impaired

Visual Effects Series: Dynamics and Details

A power substation is attacked causing an explosion that sends shrapnel and debris soaring into the air. The shockwave snaps the power cables sending the support pole falling to the ground. LightWave artist Greg Sullivan uses this scene to apply real world dynamics in LightWave while demonstrating the powerful features of Particle Dynamics, HardFX, SoftFX, Metalink and more. Taught by Jerrod Davis of Zoic Studios.

Learn to apply Wind and Collision Effectors, add Gravity, Weight and Friction Dynamics to object motion. Apply sag and stretch to Cloth Dynamics. Create real world effects that make a scene come to life.

Topics Covered:

  • Particle Dynamics
  • Hard FX
  • Soft FX
  • Metalink
  • Wind & Collision Effectors
  • Proxy Objects
  • Explosion Groups
Specifications:
  • Version: LightWave 8
  • Length: Approx. 80 min
  • Project Files Included

Visual Effects Series: Set Extensions

Set extenstions and matte paintings have been used in film production for decades to create settings that are either too expensive or impossible to build. Now you can apply these same techniques to create professional quality scenic backdrops! Taught by Jerrod Davis of Zoic Studios.

Using LightWave 3D and Discreet Combustion, Digital Effects Artist Jarrod Davis shows you the techniques to turn an average street corner into a futuristic cityscape. From matching camera angles and lighting to adding scenic elements and finishing touches.

Topics Covered:

  • Matching Camera Angles
  • Lighting and Fog
  • Background Compositing
  • Adding Buildings
  • CG Traffic
  • Special effects

Specifications:

  • Version: LightWave 8 & Discreet Combustion
  • Length: Approx. 100 min
  • Project Files Included
  • English Subtitled for the hearing impaired

Visual Effects Series: Technical Direction

The skills of the Technical Director in 3D animation rely on the attention to detail, properly setting up a model so that it reacts accurately within a scene. Doors opening and closing, flaps moving, wheels turning, these are the elements of secondary animation. Now you can rig any model to automate secondary animation components, accurately and controllably! Taught by Jerrod Davis of Zoic Studios.

Independent LightWave artist Greg Sullivan takes you step-by-step through an animation project, demonstrating essential concepts of Technical Direction while applying powerful features in LightWave such as Expressions, SoftFX, Follower and more.

Topics Covered:

  • Control Points & Limits
  • Synchronized Landing Gear with Expressions
  • Reactive Wheel Rotation with Expressions
  • Tire Dynamics with Soft FX
  • Anticipatory Animation
  • Alternating Gun Fire with Expressions
  • Trigger Control with Expressions

Specifications:

  • Version: LightWave 8
  • Length: Approx. 122 min
  • Project Files Included

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Safe Harbor Computers - Digital Video & 3D Animation Specialists