Matchmoving: The Invisible Art of Camera Tracking

Master the Art and Science of MatchmovingWritten by a matchmoving expert, this book is much more than a technical primer. It helps you think like a pro so that you can find the right solution for your matchmoves, no matter how tricky. You"ll also find coverage of tasks that commonly go hand-in-hand with matchmoving, along with advice on the contributions you can make on the set of a live-action shoot. Whether you"re a student or professional, Matchmoving: The Invisible Art of Camera Tracking gives you the knowledge and perspective you need to quickly and successfully solve every matchmove.Coverage includes:Understanding how matchmove programs workPerspective matchingGetting optimal 2D tracking dataCalibrating/solving camerasUsing automatic trackingFitting matchmoves into a CG setMastering matchamation techniquesModeling from matchmovesTroubleshooting bad matchmovesMulti-purposing matchmove data