Motion Capture Basics

Catalog description

This noncredit, introductory, hands-on workshop develops foundational skills in motion capture (MoCap) performance, technology, and workflow. Designed as an immersive, practice-based experience, the course introduces industry-standard MoCap systems, including marker setup, calibration, performance techniques, and the capture-to-post production pipeline. Students collaborate in a studio environment to gain experience in body capture, facial capture (as applicable), volume setup, directing talent, and basic data cleanup. The workshop emphasizes real-world production workflows, professional terminology, safety practices, and the expanding role of motion capture in film, television, animation, and game development.