Digital animation

In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself Maya(R) in 24 Hours will help you master Autodesk Maya 2014 and use it to create outstanding 3D graphics and animations.

Includes Complete Coverage of the OpenGL(R) Shading Language!

OpenGL ES 2.

OpenGL opens the door to the world of high-quality, high-performance 3D computer graphics.

Using the new OpenCL (Open Computing Language) standard, you can write applications that access all available programming resources: CPUs, GPUs, and other processors such as DSPs and the Cell/B.

Using the new OpenCL (Open Computing Language) standard, you can write applications that access all available programming resources: CPUs, GPUs, and other processors such as DSPs and the Cell/B.

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The Definitive Game Narrative Guide is the ultimate start and end point for storytelling in video games.

Use Blender to edit and produce video for YouTube or any other social media platformsKey FeaturesUse the Blender Video editing toolkit and UIMake 3D info-graphics and interactive video with the latest Blender toolkitPrepare a video production with live markings for trackingBook DescriptionOne of the critical components of any workflow related to video production is a reliable tool to create and edit media such as video and audio.

Driven by demand from the entertainment industry for better and more realistic animation, technology continues to evolve and improve.

Physics is really important to game programmers who need to know how to add physical realism to their games.

Understanding Motion Capture for Computer Animation discusses the latest technology developments in digital design, film, games, medicine, sports, and security engineering.

This book is among the first books to provide an in-depth look at how to implement Python with Maya,.

A compilation of key chapters from the top MK computer animation books available today - in the areas of motion capture, facial features, solid spaces, fluids, gases, biology, point-based graphics, and Maya.

From Windows Solitaire to Bejeweled to Wii Tennis, casual games have radically changed the landscape of games.

Create physically realistic 3D Graphics environments with this introduction to the ideas and techniques behind the process.

Well-known Maya professional, Michael Ingrassia, takes readers through his unique style of modeling: "e;Image Based Modeling"e; where efficient, realistic models can be created very quickly.

Games are no longer confined to card tables and computer screens.

The Video Games Textbook takes the history of video games to the next level.

Esports Insights outlines the fundamental characteristics, features, and structures of the rapidly growing esports industry and acts as the perfect primer for readers without any prior knowledge of esports.

Visual Thinking brings the science of perception to the art of design.

With the advent of advanced hand-held technology and the widespread nature of the Internet, the world of animated filmmaking is more exciting and accessible than ever.

Well-known Maya professional, Michael Ingrassia, takes readers through his unique style of modeling: "e;Image Based Modeling"e; where efficient, realistic models can be created very quickly.

This book offers new, multidisciplinary perspectives on esports, one of the most rapidly growing sectors in the sports and leisure industries.

The Metaverse: A Critical Introduction provides a clear, concise, and well-grounded introduction to the concept of the Metaverse, its history, the technology, the opportunities, the challenges, and how it is having an impact on almost every facet of society.

This is an introductory textbook focusing on games (specifically interaction and graphics) as a pathway into programming.

Game AI Uncovered: Volume One kicks off a brand-new series of books that focus on the development of artificial intelligence in video games.

Unlock the hidden gems of video editing with Iain Anderson, Apple Certified TrainerBonus 1: Get the Ultimate FCP Keyboard Shortcut Cheat-Sheet for maximum speed!

This book delves into the intricate realms of games and their creation, examining them through cultural, systemic, and, most notably, human lenses.

This book is a comprehensive step by step guide tailored for designers seeking to elevate their visualization skills using the powerful combination of Corona 11 in 3ds Max 2024.

This book offers a comprehensive overview from diverse perspectives of online gaming technology, policy, and experiments to understand and review the Indian approach.

Written by an expert in the game industry, Christer Ericson's new book is a comprehensive guide to the components of efficient real-time collision detection systems.

The nude figure defines the best way to learn the fundamentals of drawing, yet the end goal of most art presents clothed figures, be it animation, video games, film, or fine art.

Trying to learn Maya programming from the documentation can be daunting whether or not you are a programmer.

Getting Started in ZBrush is a gentle introduction to ZBrush, today's premier digital sculpting program.

Written for the non-specialist media producer, this book offers a practical and engaging guide to basic digital media production using modern equipment and software.

In the last decade, the popularity of 'romance' in the AAA game has exploded.

This book is the perfect toolkit for any developer who wishes to transform an idea into a viable business.

The World Politics of Disco Elysium analyzes the distinctive political claims and original arguments on a wide range of international political issues of the highly-acclaimed Marxist video game Disco Elysium (2019), which takes place in a speculative fictional world anchored in a post-Soviet Estonian perspective.

Our modern world is dominated by giant media companies, and increasingly they don't so much sell story, characters or gameplay as they do their setting.

This book is the perfect toolkit for any developer who wishes to transform an idea into a viable business.

Immersive Sound Volume II: The Design and Practice of Binaural and Multi-Channel Experiences is a collection of interviews and essays providing a comprehensive guide to the history, theory, and creative applications of 3D and spatial audio across music, production, theater, installations, and film.

Immersive Sound Volume II: The Design and Practice of Binaural and Multi-Channel Experiences is a collection of interviews and essays providing a comprehensive guide to the history, theory, and creative applications of 3D and spatial audio across music, production, theater, installations, and film.

The Pocket Lawyer series serves as a legal toolkit for independent producers and artists in creative industries.

This new edition offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to accomplishing and perfecting a photorealistic look in digital content across visual effects, architectural and product visualization, and games.

The Pocket Lawyer series serves as a legal toolkit for independent producers and artists in creative industries.

This book explains the steps in creating a licensed tabletop game and the factors which influence its design using examples, including the designer's first-hand experience of converting the Fallout videogames into Fallout: Wasteland Warfare.

This book delivers a comprehensive exploration of the rapidly evolving intersection between immersive technologies and the gaming industry, providing a detailed analysis of current innovations, diverse applications, and the transformative landscape of virtual experiences.

The Art and Science of Virtual Content Creation: Beyond the Screen is a wide-ranging guide that examines the dynamic fusion of creativity and technology in crafting immersive digital experiences.