3DA306 - Materials Creation and Mapping for D Artists

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American Academy of Art

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Description:

Prerequisite: 3DAS301 5 semester credit hours This course offers further exploration of the materials creation and texture mapping process using industry-standard software such as 3-D Studio Max and Photoshop. Through a series of demonstrations, tutorials and related assignments, students will gain an understanding of the techniques used to create beautiful and convincing textures. In addition to setting up lights, atmospheres, particle systems and cameras in building believable textures, students will also broaden their skills through an exposure to an array of painting techniques and methods that can be utilized in the creation of textures on multiple surfaces. Rendering techniques and compositing options with respect to materials and mapping in 3-D will also be discussed.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.aaart.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 461-0600

Calendar System:

Semester

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