Description: This is a complete, in-depth reference that will be of enormous value to anyone in the computer animation field-from students to established professionals to the many traditional animators who find themselves drawn to the computer-based world. < B> The Computer Animator's Guide to Moving Pictures< /B> distinguishes itself by giving full attention to the motion that defines animation (as opposed to the modeling that produces the still image) and the often-neglected production processes that make possible. The work of two widely recognized computer animation experts, this book is destined to become the standard reference for professionals throughout the industry and a popular text in classrooms. * Introduces basic concepts, explores advanced issues, and provides detailed coverage of everything in between* Designed to allow readers to follow its explanations on either of two levels: a general level that outlines key concepts and an advanced level that gives readers a complete understanding of the topic* Covers every aspect of time-based imagery and media: film, video, production processes, traditional animation, Kinematics, Dynamics, and much more* Software-independent in its coverage, and thus assured to appeal to the largest possible audience* Filled with full-color illustrations, many the work of industry leaders

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