Learning Computer Graphics: From 3D Models to Animated Movies on Your PC [Paperback]

Shalini Govil-Pai (Author), Rajesh Pai (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 14, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0387948988 | ISBN-13: 978-0387948980

The focus of this book is to introduce a beginner to the basics of computer graphics. The authors' approach is to provide an introduction to the four main concepts: modeling, rendering, animation, and image manipulation and to provide a "learning-by-doing" environment comprising plenty of hands-on exercises and software. The graphics library provided with the book will help to simplify the programming required of readers whilst providing a robust platform for experimentation. Exercises at the end of each chapter illustrate the principles covered.

Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Springer (December 14, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387948988
• ISBN-13: 978-0387948980
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,370,131 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book for beginners to graphics, February 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning Computer Graphics: From 3D Models to Animated Movies on Your PC (Paperback)

I found this to be a really neat book for anyone wanting an exposure to graphics. It gives a high level view of the subject without getting into too much of the math details that tend to bog other books. A comprehensive bibliography points the reader in the direction of further learning.

The organization of the book with chapters focussing on modelling, animation and rendering take the users on a tour of graphics without losing sight of the "big picture." Although I did not try the accompanying CD, I am sure trying it with the suggested projects that are interspersed throughtout the book would have made the exposure to graphics all that more entertaining and rewarding.

5.0 out of 5 stars I found myself quickly learning the basics of CG, May 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning Computer Graphics: From 3D Models to Animated Movies on Your PC (Paperback)

This book is for everyone who wants to learn about Computer Graphics(CG). It teaches the basics of CG through a series of lively projects. You are immediately creating CG - not just reading about CG. Learning Computer Graphics covers 2D and 3D modeling, animation, rendering (shading and texturing), and postproduction (including special effects). I found myself quickly learning the basics of each section and then experimenting with the tool box. All the software you need is included with the book. This book is what 5 stars is all about!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for beginners to learn computer animation, May 9, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning Computer Graphics: From 3D Models to Animated Movies on Your PC (Paperback)

I have always been fascinated by animation movies such as Toy Story, and the computer graphics effect created in movies such as Jurassic park. I have always thought that the software would be extremely complicated to write. This book explains the basics of computer graphics in a very simple form. It is an excellent book for all novices in this field such as myself. I have begun to view the animation films in a new light since I read this book. I would recoommend it highly for any new learner or for a beginner class text book.