3D Character

3D Character

A popular (yet often expensive) way to animate 3D characters is by using motion capture hardware. Motion capture dates back as early as 1915 when it was invented by Max Fleischer, involving only the use of cameras and drawings. In its earliest stages it was the study and capture of human and animal locomotion, known as rotoscoping. This information was used to aid artists in animating cartoons, such as "Koko the Clown" and "Snow White". The pioneer of turning this work into entertainment was Walt Disney, which was without a doubt the most successful and well known 2D entertainer.

Software for 3D animation used to be very cost prohibitive. Industry standard programs like Auto Desk 3ds Max can run up to $4000! but, in the 3D world, there are now cost effective ways to create animation. Poser is a 3D character Creation tool and animator that runs around $200. Iclone by Reallusion gives user's the ability to create custom characters, sets, animations, and lip sync, building full featured movies and runs under $200. With Iclone, you also do not need any specific 3D modeling knowledge, just your imagination and some great stories to tell.

3D Character