With host Terrence "T-man" Masson, Creative Planet's
forum has become a hot topic. Check out the new threads on careers in
visual effects, crash zoom shot transitions, the shrinking miniature
FX market and the use of Macs in effects houses. Join the party and
meet the visual effects pros.
In
Details, Details...," published in Visual Magic Magazine
in November 1999, Terrence Masson discusses the fine details that
really bring CG images alive. What sort of fine detail should you
take into account when creating visual effects shots? These rules
will help you make your imagery stand out in the crowd.
Now in the Animation
Tools And Techniques forum: new threads on the
"death of 2D animation," new tools seen at SIGGRAPH, favorite web
animation and the importance of character design. Hosted by award
winning animator and educator Larry Lauria, the A T & T (uh-oh) forum
is a place to share your thoughts and expertise about animation.
Whether you draw, paint, sculpt or dabble, animation offers an
outlet. Pick a topic, a technique or a tool and let's go!
Larry Lauria's Web site, the
Toon Institute, is part of the AWN
family. The Toon Institute offers free animation lessons and tips on
character design and is visited by students and instructors from all
over the world.
forums hosted by Creative Planet include:
The Animation Café; Networking, Portfolio; Career Issues for Graphic
Designers; The Motion Graphics Café; and Motion Graphics Design.
