ABSTRACT

The first step in the ideal matchmove process is planning, well before any filming ever occurs. The matchmover going to set will read the script, look at concept art and preproduction digital tests, and generally familiarize him- or herself with the information needed to recreate the locations, props, and cameras in the CG environment back at the office after filming. At the beginning of the show, various departments work together with the director to determine the look of the effects in the film. Device used by engineers and VFX artists to locate a designated point in 3D space. The 3D locations can then be used to build accurate CG models of the set or location. The artists responsible for creating the geometry representing the actors, props, buildings, sets, locations, and whatever else is needed in the CG environment.