Lighting for Animation

The Art of Visual Storytelling
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ISBN-13:
9781138018679
Veröffentl:
2016
Erscheinungsdatum:
01.07.2016
Seiten:
260
Autor:
Jasmine Katatikarn
Gewicht:
754 g
Format:
255x203x17 mm
Sprache:
Deutsch
Beschreibung:
Lighting is one of the most technical (and difficult) aspects of animation, yet it is of the utmost importance if you want to be an effective storyteller. Lighting masters at Blue Sky Studios, Jasmine Katatikarn and Michael Tanzillo go beyond software packages and equip you with the foundational skills you need to be a successful lighter. Lighting for Animation explores core fundamentals such as creating mood, directing the viewer's eye, visual shaping, color, shadows, and materials. Learn how to create meaningful images and make informed aesthetic decisions about your work with this book's holistic approach to lighting.

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Chapter 1: Why We Light

The Role of Lighting

Creating Visual Shaping

Directing the Viewer´s Eye

Interview with Chris Wedge – Director :: Blue Sky Studios

Chapter 2: Observing the World Around Us

Gathering Reference

Processing Reference

Utilizing Reference

Interview with Sharon Callahan - Lighting Director of Photography :: Pixar Animation Studios

Chapter 3: The Lighter´s Toolbox

Common CG Lights

Basic Properties of Light

Shadows

Interview with Andrew Beddini – Technical Supervisor of Imaging :: Blue Sky Studios

Chapter 4: The Lighter´s Workflow

Pre-Lighting

Understanding the Roles of Each Light

Let There Be Light!

Render Layers

Render Workflow

Interview with Mike Knapp – Art Director :: Blue Sky Studios

Chapter 5: Dissecting a Well-Lit Shot

Telling the Story By Emphasizing the Mood

Directing the Viewer´s Eye

Visual Shaping

Interview with Josh Staub – Visual Effects Supervisor & Lighting Supervisor :: Walt Disney Animation Studios

Chapter 6: Lighting Scenarios

Character Lighting

Eyes

Interior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Interview with Haji Uesato :: Blue Sky Studios

Chapter 7: Materials and Compositing

Materials

Simulating Specific Materials

Compositing

Layering

The Final Touches

Interview with Brian Hill – Materials Supervisor :: Blue Sky Studios

Chapter 8: Honing the Artistic Eye

Image Breakdowns

Interview with Gabriel Portnoff – CG Supervisor :: Dreamworks Animation

Chapter 9: Lighting Walkthroughs

Lighting Scenario One :: Character Beauty Lighting

Lighting Scenario Two :: Character and Environment

Lighting Scenario Three :: Multiple Characters

Interview with Yann Mabille – Creative Director/Partner :: Interstate

Chapter 10: Master Lighting

Look Development and Master Lighting

Creating a Clean Rig

Interview with Eldar Cholich– Lighting Lead :: Blue Sky Studios

Interview with Kurt Kaminski – Lighter :: Walt Disney Animation Studios

Chapter 11: Closing Statements

Getting Started as a Lighting Artist

Thriving in the Industry

Interview with Deb Stone – Manager, Talent Development :: Blue Sky Studios

Acknowledgments

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