Global illumination looks great, but it can push render times through the roof. Computer Arts shows you how to fake the same stylish soft lighting effects in a fraction of the time with the help of the celebrated spinning light trick.
If you want to save time creating natural movement effects, JJ Johnstone will show you how. Learn how to use parenting skills and online resources to make Expressions do more work.
The quality of your cinematography can make or break an animation. Brush up your skills with this set of simple tips for framing, staging and editing shots.
3D animation may seem a daunting prospect for a newcomer. But follow new series of beginners tutorials, and you'll soon have the little character shown above up and hopping.
Think that good-quality bluescreen effects can only be created on a Hollywood budget? Then think again. Computer Arts shows you how to make your own bluescreen studio and drop actors into 3D worlds for less than $100. Lights, Camera, Action!
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