Date of Award
8-2016
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Legacy Department
Digital Production Arts
Committee Member
Dr. Tessendorf, Committee Chair
Committee Member
Dr. Brian Malloy
Committee Member
Dr. Joshua Levine
Abstract
This thesis will cover the creation, use, and process of an automated rigging tool in Maya. The dynamic hair-rigging system’s purpose is to help control the function, style, and movement of hair, along with other uses. A solution for controlling and manipulating sections of hair is using an automated rigging system that allows for full artistic freedom over styling and animating hair. An interface was designed to aid rigging artists with producing quick and efficient rigs for hair. Along with the use for hair, the dynamic hair-rigging tool could also be used to drive and control chain, rope, and other secondary objects.
Recommended Citation
Batton, Wyndham, "A Dynamic Hair Rigging System for Maya" (2016). All Theses. 2489.
https://open.clemson.edu/all_theses/2489