Introduction to Rigging in Softimage
Pluralsight
Course Summary
In this set of Softimage tutorials, we will take an introductory look into rigging tools and techniques for Softimage. Software required: Autodesk Softimage 2014.
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Course Description
In this set of Softimage tutorials, we will take an introductory look into rigging tools and techniques for Softimage. We'll start by learning the basics, which includes everything from how to establish solid naming conventions and rig management, to how to work with Softimage's joint tools and constraints. We'll then cover more advanced topics like setting up an enhanced IK rig, using Expressions to create a fleshy-eye system, as well enveloping and weight-painting techniques. We'll also learn how to create clean and animator-friendly rigs. By the end, you will be comfortable enough to utilize Softimage's rigging features to build your own control rigs. Software required: Autodesk Softimage 2014.
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Course Syllabus
Introduction and Project Overview- 0m 54s
—Introduction and Project Overview 0m 54sIntroduction to Rigging in Softimage- 1h 57m
—Managing Your Rigs 15m 40s
—Setting up Joint Chains 10m 55s
—Working with Duplicate Symmetry 6m 1s
—Ik/fk Blending 5m 42s
—Building Control Objects 8m 57s
—Creating an IK Rig with Enhanced Control 14m 5s
—Understanding Expressions 13m 18s
—The Parameter Connection Editor 6m 20s
—Enveloping Geometry 6m 34s
—Editing Skin Deformations 11m 13s
—Mirroring Weights 7m 13s
—Creating Shape Keys 4m 36s
—Getting Your Rig Ready for Animation 6m 40s
