Maya - Normal Maps

As part of our workshops concerning Game Modelling, we have begun to look at the potential of Normal Maps to significantly increase the level of detail with texturing. A flat plane with low geometry can give the impression of depth and detail with the use of normal maps. However, they lose their effectiveness when viewed at extreme angles.




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3 comments:

  1. tutorphilFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    any use?

    http://www.rigging101.com

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  2. tutorphilFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    http://fliponline.blogspot.com/

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  3. Leo TsangFebruary 26, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Interesting, especially the 'Draw your Timing' thing using Maya's Fcheck:
    http://fliponline.blogspot.com/2011/02/quick-trick-draw-your-timing.html

    As well as the 'Perfect Imperfection' post analysing the movements of footage.
    http://fliponline.blogspot.com/2010/06/perfect-imperfection.html

    Thanks for the links Phil :)

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