3D Animation traditionally uses 100% CG (computer graphics) elements

requires a computer for implementation.

encompasses elements like pyrotechnics, fake rain, or prosthetic makeup

do not take place during the actual shoot

SFX are considered digital effects, as they are functional elements that feature while the movie plot unfolds.

are made using a model or animatronics on a location set

the most common visual effect used

CGI :Actions Created by Computer without performing it into reality.

Compositing requires live-action to be shot in
front of a green or blue screen.

Motion capture, or mocap, combines live action with ..........

Motion detection can be by :

are often called "The Finisher"

is responsible for assembling the final shot by combining final layers/renders from other departments

Concept Artist :working closely with a Director, to dream up theintended look and feel of the characters and environments in a film, in 3D form.

create simulations of elements like
water, fire explosions, smoke, dust particles

Groom Technical Directors :create believable hair, fur,and feather grooms for characters, props and environments

Matte Painter (Texturing): creates ...... elements for shots

is the process through which live action footage is traced frame-by-frame

Compositing is the process through which two or more images combine to make the appearance of a single picture

The composite process can't be done onset and in-camera or during Post-Production

was a favorite VFX technique used in filmmaking. It gives a slow-motion effect and shows the complex details of an action