Computer Animation Arts

Until Maya 2014! (The trial at least ) Apparently there's an 'Accelerated Modeling Workflow' feature. Whatever that means, all I'm saying is that it better be good, you bastards! Interactive Split Poly tool was not a good addition to the modeling toolset. Go here to see a floating head frown a lot and talk a lot. http://area.autodesk.com/2014unfold/products/maya.html#whats-new EDIT: Here's a video of the advanced modeling workflow stuff in action. It reminds me of the NEX tool set. We'll see how it works when I get my hands on it :D

Some of you may remember the big debate about the cinematic merits or otherwise of the recent adaptation of the smash hit musical Les Misérables.  I thought this nicely observed 'honest trailer' might constitute a welcome coda!  Enjoy! (I did).

 After yesterday's fantastic showreel presentations, I was interested to see this news article from the BBC, on the importance of being able to draw as a foundation for CG animation - have a look at the article here .

A short odyssey onto the cinematic dance floor... Coming Soon!

 Year 2 Timetable Alteration. Please note: An extra film screening date has been added to your timetable to compensate for the 'Snow Day' two weeks ago. This will also be the last film screening of the year. The new date is: Tuesday 16th April @ 5pm in Lecture Theatre 1 Please pass this information on to the rest of your year group. Have a good Easter break everyone!

This is an invite to the CGAA community to join us at Wetherspoons, Rochester High Street on Thursday 28th March after Tom's screening of that beloved seasonal classic, Street Trash ...   Fancy dress is optional, but huge chocolate eggs for tutors are *essential*.  Hope to you see you there! :)

Street Trash Directed by Jim Muro (1987) 28th March 4:00pm to 6:00pm Lecture Theatre One