VFX205 Digital Compositing (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Design and Visual Production (DSVIS)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The subject explores the art and science of digital compositing as used in the production processes for conventional and hybrid multimedia. Upon completion students will have a working knowledge and understanding of the software and techniques used to digitally manipulate combinations of source images to produce integrated results for informational, artistic, educational and entertainment contexts.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VFX205
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Upon enrolling in this subject it is expected that the student has completed VFX102 Multimedia Authoring Concepts and demonstrated their artistic merit with technical proficiency in producing broadcast-compatible film/video. Students are advised to undertake VFX105 3D Modelling and Rendering if they are not capable of creating 3D imagery.
Enrolment restrictions:
Not available to students who have already completed MPI209 .
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate the theory of compositing and application to analogue and digital media
- be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the practice of compositing for photography, television, internet, movie or related graphic design
- be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the creative potential of compositing and custom aesthetics
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Fundamentals of compositing
- High resolution imagery
- Layering
- Colour correction and control
- Keying
- Basic matte painting
- Tracking
- Batch rendering and script based systems
- Pre and post production considerations
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.