3D Books Lighting
Inspired 3D Lighting & Compositing
by: David A. Parrish
Publisher: Premier Press, Inc
288 Pages - Pub Date: 30-Aug-2002
ISBN: 1931841497
To survive in today's competitive 3D computer graphics industry,
one must possess the technical and artistic skills necessary to
create believable visual effects. Through tutorials, interviews,
and industry-proven examples, this book provides a complete breakdown
of lighting and compositing a digital image or scene, from the basic
concepts of lighting to the advanced and challenging special effects
used on some of the most well-known feature films in recent history.
This exploration of the day-to-day workings of veterans in the visual
effects industry makes Inspired 3D Lighting and Compositing a great
tool for anyone looking to break into the field.
Digital Lighting & Rendering
by: Jeremy Birn
Publisher: New Riders
287 Pages - Pub Date: 15-Jan-2000
ISBN: 1562059548
Digital Lighting contains strategies for lighting design that are
relevant to any digital artist. It presents an awareness of computer
lighting models, how they differ from real-world lighting effects,
and how to approach 3D lighting projects differently from practical
light. Topics covered include: What good lighting can do for you;
Light sources; Shading; Shadows; Exposure and content; Color: temperature,
correction, mood; Qualities of light; 3-point lighting; Indirect
illumination; Multipass rendering and compositing; Lighting in production;
and Case studies: natural lighting, interior lighting, character
lighting, and effects lighting.
3D Lighting: History, Concepts, and Techniques
by: Arnold Gallardo
Publisher: Charles River Media
489 Pages - Pub Date: 15-Jan-2000
ISBN: 1584500387
Mastering the art of ligting in 3D graphics is a challenge facing
even the most experienced professionals. With the hands-on techniques
and guidelines provided in these pages, however, you'll learn to
illuminate your work and add new depth and detail to your images.
From the history of lighting, to the detailed fundatmentals of 3D
Graphics, all of the concepts needed to improve or refresh your
lighting skills are covered. The general lighting techniques and
information provided will serve as an indispensable and timeless
resource.
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