Face It : A Visual Reference for Multi-Ethnic Facial Modeling (Paperback)

Educational textbook centred on anatomy as it applies to ethnic diversity in the human race. Book will feature a large collection of reference images on human anatomy and its application to fine and digital arts. Chapter 1 Human migration and the origination of Man Synopsis: Basic comparative morphology of ethnic diversity in skulls as they affect the shape of the human nose and mouth. Chapter 2 Anatomy of the human skull, ears, eyes, nose and mouth Synopsis: Basic deconstruction of the human head analysing bone, cartilage, skin and vessel construct. Analyse anomalies and abnormalities that can alter construct, to include such variations as broken noses, birth defects, tumours, and disease. Basic anatomical terminology introduced. 3d tutorial - Shaping basic skull shapes in deference to anatomical distinctions in 3d software Chapter 3 Maturation process of the human head and features. Synopsis: Examine the maturing of the eyes, ears,nose and mouth from youth to old age. 3d tutorial - creating skin wrinkles in 3d software Chapter 4 Ethnic variations of the male human head and features. Synopsis: Examination of cultural diversity and the human nose and mouth. Examine European Caucasion, Asian Pacific rim, Indian, American Indian, Latin American and African noses. Examine female versus male nose. 3d tutorial - Creating typical male Asian eye. How to use photo reference, measurements, and software. Chapter 5 Ethnic variations of the female human nose and mouth Synopsis: Examination of cultural diversity and the human nose and mouth. Examine European Caucasion, Asian Pacific rim, Indian, American Indian, Latin American and African noses. 3d tutorial - Creating typical female African ear. How to use photo reference, measurements and software. Chapter 6 Constructing the human head and features in clay Synopsis: Analyse the basic construction of the human head and features in clay. Example: Measurement of the human nose from classic distance points on the human head. Techniques in clay construction as they pertain to 3d software's and readability. Artist feature - Lead game artist demonstrates clay head construction vs. digital head construction. Chapter 7 Conclusion Synopsis: Personal portfolio work and interviews from leading game and feature film modellers in the clay and 3d applied arts.