A full-color, illustrated introduction to computer special affects in the popular media. In non-technical terms it uncovers the mystery behind computer-generated illusion in film and TV, describing techniques such as 3-D modeling, motion blur, morphing, digital matte painting, human motion capture, and more. Examples are taken from popular movies, TV shows, music videos and commercials.
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For those who wonder . . . How did they do it? This book explores the magical world of special effects and computer-generated illusion in movies and TV. Readers learn the history of image processing and the techniques used today--morphing, 3-D modeling, motion blur, and more. Fully illustrated, easy to read, and filled with fascinating details. Shows the magic behind The Abyss, Cliffhanger, Death Becomes Her, commercials for Lexus and the Crash Dummies, and more. -- Alpha Books
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- PublisherAlpha Books
- Publication date1994
- ISBN 10 1567614221
- ISBN 13 9781567614220
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages196