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- noun computing, animation A low-resolution crude render of computer-generated imagery used in
CGI production as a check for character and prop positioning and lighting placement. Curved surfaces are rendered as surfaces with low face count, i.e.faceted .
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Examples
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And I know that exact feeling - polish a scene for a few hours, do a playblast, and wonder if it’s any difference.
Buffing Animation to a High Sheen Steve Hulett 2008
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Adding in all these subtle details takes time, and sometimes I’ll spend a few hours adding something in and when I playblast, I can barely notice it.
Buffing Animation to a High Sheen Steve Hulett 2008
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And I know that exact feeling - polish a scene for a few hours, do a playblast, and wonder if it’s any difference.
Archive 2008-06-01 Steve Hulett 2008
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Adding in all these subtle details takes time, and sometimes I’ll spend a few hours adding something in and when I playblast, I can barely notice it.
Archive 2008-06-01 Steve Hulett 2008
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