Studio Space
Equipment Needed
Capture software
Capture software is available from several sources and at various
price ranges. Adobe Premiere has a single frame capture as one
of it's many features. This is however not just a capture program
but a fully functional editing program and the price reflects
this. Other frame capture programs are available and provide
good results with a reasonable camera. These are also more moderatly
priced including anansi which is a free program for PC users.
A list of Capture
programs is available here.
Computer
Computers are probably the biggest expence but if you are reading
this then you probably already have one. What I will say though
is if it is old and doesn't have alot of free memory it might
be worth upgrading or buying a new computer. You can visit our
computer shop now to check out the latest models or you can find
the best prices buy searching using the box below.
Capture
Device
Capture devices can range from webcams, digital cameras or camcorders.
Webcams have the advantage of being cheap and are probably a
good option for starting out. However unless you are on a tight
budget you would be better investing in a reasonable digital
camera or camcorder that is able to connect to you computer and
is compatable with the capture program that you choose to use.
Buy the best camera you can afford and one that has a good optical
zoom, manual functions, etc A range of webcams, digital cameras,
and camcorders are available from the shop or alternativly you can
use Kelkoo to search for the model you want at the best prices
on the net. Search using the box below
the set
as detailed
in section
4
Lighting
as detailed in section
10
Stop watch
This is useful for timing the length of movements, and getting
a shot to look as natural as possible. This and many other accessories
are available from the shop.
Tripod
This is an essential piece of equipment either a tripod or rig
if you have the budget is needed to keep the camera steady and
in the same place, as unwanted movements of the camera could
ruin the entire animation or certainly that shot. To buy a tripod
check out whats available in the shop.
How it can be
set up
Behind the scenes
Funding
Tips and Tricks
for setting up a studio
Organisations
that can help you build your studio
