Automotive Modeling TechniquesPolygon Modeling with Kevin Hudson |
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In this DVD, Kevin Hudson presents an overview of various issues and techniques related to modeling cars for a polygon/sub-d surface pipeline. Referencing two different cars models, Kevin demonstrates his methods for approaching each model's construction. He covers using orthographics and scale models, roughing in the car body, refining individual panels, creating surface details, building complex wheel rims and preparing the model for texturing. Kevin concludes by examining the application of his techniques to different car models.
- Finding and Using Car Orthographics
- Using Scale Models
- Building a Rough Car Model
- Refining A Car Model Using a Panel Approach
- Building Car Rims
- Using Guide Curves for a Smooth Finish
- Using Booleans
- Introduction to Base Concepts
- Properly Using Booleans
- Obtaining Car Orthographic Images
- Aligning Imageplanes Using Blueprints
- Aligning Imageplanes from Physical Models
- Roughing in the Basic Shape
- Breaking Down the Car for Refinement
- Refining the Front Quarter Panel
- Refining a Design Car
- Modeling Car Rims
- UV Layout Issues
- Final Review and Conclusion
- Product Code: KHU02
- ISBN: 1-59762-931-6
- UPC: 805366016333
- Duration: 200 minutes
- Formats: DVD-ROM
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- 1GHz or faster processor
- 512 MB RAM
- 64 MB Video RAM
- DVD-ROM Drive
- 5 GB of hard disk space
- 1280 x 1024 display
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- Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional
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Autodesk
Maya
Kevin Hudson
Supervising Character Modeler, Animator
Sony Pictures Imageworks
Kevin Hudson has worked at Sony Pictures Imageworks for 10 years, contributing to such films as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Stuart Little, Stuart Little 2, Contact, Anaconda, James and the Giant Peach, The Polar Express, and the Academy Award winning animated short film, The ChubbChubbs. Before the Digital Age, Kevin created traditional effects for over eight years, working on many films including Star Trek 6, Predator 2, Edward Scissorhands, Addams Family, Darkman, Batman Returns and Congo.
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"Kevin Hudson is one of the most talented 3D artists I've ever had the pleasure of working with. His vast artistic and technical knowledge enable him to achieve a caliber work that most people aspire too, but only few can reach. "
- Eric Armstrong
Animation Director
Electronic Arts
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