Forging a Niche: Preparing Models for the Animation Pipeline in a Changing Industry

Author

Grayson Wiles, East Tennessee State UniversityFollow

Degree Name

MFA (Master of Fine Arts)

Program

Digital Media

Date of Award

12-2024

Committee Chair or Co-Chairs

Marty Fitzgerald

Committee Members

Greg Marlow, Sarit Somasa

Abstract

This culminating experience shows a complete and comprehensive skill set in the animation pipeline using three diverse 3D models: Baba Yaga, the Orc, and the Roo Fighter. This work includes reposing, retopology, UV mapping, texturing, and rigging. Each model was selected for its unique attributes and challenges, showing versatility in anatomy, efficiency, and communication. Spurred on by a dubious job market and the improvement of AI tools, this project showcases the author's capabilities to fulfill multiple roles in the animation pipeline, providing an advantage for employment in the digital media industry.

Document Type

Culminating Experience

Copyright

Copyright by the authors.

Recommended Citation

Wiles, Grayson, "Forging a Niche: Preparing Models for the Animation Pipeline in a Changing Industry" (2024). Master of Fine Arts in Digital Media Culminating Experience. Paper 10. https://dc.etsu.edu/digitalmedia-culminating-experience/10