Master the Art and Science of Matchmoving

Written 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 work

Perspective matching

Getting optimal 2D tracking data

Calibrating/solving cameras

Using automatic tracking

Fitting matchmoves into a CG set

Mastering matchamation techniques

Modeling from matchmoves

Troubleshooting bad matchmoves

Multi-purposing matchmove data