ISSN:
1432-2315
Keywords:
Facial animation
;
Muscle
;
Phoneme
;
Expression
;
Script
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Computer Science
Notes:
Abstract A new way of controlling human face animation and synchronizing speech is proposed. It is based on the concept of abstract muscle action procedure (AMA procedure). An AMA procedure is a specialized procedure which simulates the specific action of a face muscle. This paper describes the new technique and presents a methodology for animating the face of synthetic actors based on three levels: the AMA-procedure level, the expression level and the script level. The role of multiple tracks is also emphasized. Practical examples are also explained in detail, based on the filmRendez-vous à Montréal with the synthetic actors Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01914864
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