Apple Pro Training Series Motion 3

Chapter 3. The Third Dimension

Lesson Files	Motion3_Book_Files > Lessons > Lesson_03
Media	Motion3_Book_Files > Media > Lesson_03
Time	This lesson takes approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Goals	Convert a group from 2D to 3D
	Understand 3D space
	Use the Heads Up Display to manipulate 3D objects
	Manipulate layers using onscreen controls

When most people think about 3D computer graphics, the character-animation wizardry of Pixar and other studios comes to mind. In fact, 3D also plays a major role in modern motion graphics, and most motion design exhibits a basic sense of depth.

The problem with 3D animation is that it traditionally requires a minor in theoretical mathematics, and a doctorate in fractal geometry wouldn’t go to waste.

The fundamental issue ...