Computer Visualization for the Theatre : 3D Modelling for Designers
Book Info
Guide to the creative design process and an introduction to the use of computers in live performance. Covers the main aspects of computer visualization and set design, providing techniques for 3D modeling and ideas for working in 3D space. For theater designers. Softcover. DLC: Theaters--Stage setting and scenery--Computer aided design.
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Theatre designers using 3D software for computer visualisation can use this book both as a guide to the creative design process and an introduction to the use of computers in live performance. Covering the main aspects of computer visualization and set design, the authors provide techniques for 3D modelling alongside creative ideas and concepts for working in 3D space. Practical projects are provided to sharpen awareness and digital skills, as well as a glossary of terms and suggested further... read more
Book Description
Theatre designers using 3D software for computer visualisation in the theatre will find this book both a guide to the creative design process as well as an introduction to the use of computers in live performance. Covering the main software packages in use: Strata Studio Base, 3D Studio Max and 3D Studio Viz, the book provides techniques for 3D modelling alongside creative ideas and concepts for working in 3D space. Projects are provided to sharpen your awareness and digital skills as well as suggested further reading to broaden the scope of your theatrical and design knowledge. This book is both a useful day to day reference as well as an inspirational starting point for implementing your own ideas.
The authors are experienced trainers in the field and understand the pitfalls to be avoided as well as the possibilities to be explored using computer visualisation for designing theatre space. They provide insightful hands on descriptions of techniques used in the development of performance projects set in the wider context of design considerations. The book is highly informative about the technology of computer visualisation providing examples of working practice applicable to all software.
- Learn the creative possibilities of using computer visualization for designing theatre space
- Find both practical and inspirational advice for developing successful performance projects
- Examples of working practice are applicable to most software, including Autodesk Viz and 3D Studio Max
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