SIR Computer Science Investigation Abstract
BUILDING A COMPUTER GENERATED HUMAN
Presenter:
Tara Roys, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, 1500 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506
Mentor:
Dr. Peggy Connolly, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, 1500 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506
Abstract:
From Pixar's the Incredibles to Dreamworks' Shrek 2, computer generated humans are fast becoming a staple of the animation industry. Off-the-shelf software like 3D Studio Max and Maya allow computer graphics artists to animate high quality computer generated humans on their home computers. This independent research project explores building a fully animated human character from scratch using the powerful modeling and animation tools of 3D Studio Max 7.