In this continuation of the Digital Sets series, visual effects designer Eric Hanson illustrates a unique and powerful method to capture and re-create natural landscapes within a 3D environment. Integrating disparate technologies such as spherical panoramic photography, digital elevation models, high-dynamic range imagery, and global positioning, Eric is able to provide a reasonable substitute to nodal pan motion picture shooting, with the added ability to modify and enhance the landscape with the rich array of 3D techniques available within Maya. Various case studies are shown and provided on the DVD for the viewer to use in their own projects.

Over 4 hours of lecture.

PASSПАРОЛЬ НА АРХИВ: EHA04

Intro to Digital Elevation Models
Panoramic Rig Review
Virtual Cinematography
HDR Shooting Technique
Panoramic Stitching Technique
DEM Displacement Mapping
Weather Modification
Creative Possibilites


01: Introduction
02: Panoramic Shooting Strategies
03: HDR Shooting Strategies
04: Stitching the Panoramic Image
05: Assembling the HDR
06: Preparing the DEM
07: Maya Scene Setup
08: Final Alignment
09: Nodal Cinematography
10: Creative Opportunities