The document introduces the concepts of computer graphics. It defines computer graphics as producing pictures or images using a computer. Examples are given of computer graphics used in movies like Starship Troopers and Batman & Robin. The document also outlines some applications of computer graphics like display of information, design, simulation, computer art, and entertainment.

1. Graphics
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Introduction to
Computer Graphics
고려대학교 컴퓨터 그래픽스 연구실

2. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
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3. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 On set: Pyrotechnics
Courtesy of Tippet Studio

4. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Bugs:
Courtesy of Tippet Studio

5. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 The Final Stage: Burning the bugs
Courtesy of Tippet Studio

6. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

7. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

8. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

9. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

10. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

11. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

12. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(1/2)
 Definition
 Producing pictures or images using a computer
 Example
 Starship Troopers: Tango-Urilla, Death From Above
 Batman & Robin: The Love Dust
Courtesy of Buf Compagnie

13. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What is Computer Graphics?
(2/2)
 Imaging
 Representing 2D images
 Modeling
 Representing 3D objects
 Rendering
 Constructing 2D images from 3D models
 Animation
 Simulating changes over time

14. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Applications
 Display of Information
 Design
 Simulation
 Computer Art
 Entertainment

15. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Display of Information
 Graphics for Scientific, Engineering, and
Medical Data
Medical Image
Nebula

16. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Design
 Graphics for Engineering and Architectural
System
 Design of Building, Automobile, Aircraft,
Machine etc.
AutoCAD 2002 Interior Design

17. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Simulation
 Computer-Generated Models of Physical,
Financial and Economic Systems for
Educational Aids
Flight Simulator Mars Rover Simulator

18. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Computer Art
 Graphics for Artist
Metacreation Painter

19. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Entertainment
 Graphics for Movie, Game, VR etc.
Final Fantasy Online Game

20. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
What’s Our Scope?
 Not a Tutorial on Commercial Software
 3DMax, Maya, Photoshop, etc.
 Not about Graphics Business
 3D online-game, E-commerce, etc.
 Graphics = Algorithm for Visual Simulation
 Imaging, Modeling, Rendering, Animation

21. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Imaging
 Warping
 Metamorphosis
 Non-Photorealistic Rendering

22. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Modeling
 Surface Modeling
 Solid Modeling
 Procedure Modeling
 Simplification

23. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Rendering
 Polygonal Rendering
 Global Rendering
 Texture Mapping

24. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Animation
 Keyframe Animation
 Inverse Kinematics
 Dynamics
 Motion Capture

25. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Textbook
 Computer Graphics
C Version
 D. Hearn and M. P. Baker
 2nd Edition
 PRENTICE HALL

26. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Schedule
1st week Introduction to Computer Graphics Chapter 1
2nd week Mathematics for Computer Graphics Appendix A
3rd week Output Primitives Chapter 3
4th week Attributes of Output Primitives Chapter 4
5th week 2D Geometric Transformations Chapter 5
6th week 2D Viewing Chapter 6
7th week Midterm
8th week Term Project Proposal Presentation
9th week 3D Object Representations Chapter 10
10th week 3D Geometric and Modeling Transformations Chapter 11
11th week 3D Viewing Chapter 12
12th week Illumination Models Chapter 14
13th week Surface-Rendering Methods Chapter 14
14th week Visible-Surface Detection Methods Chapter 13
15th week Computer Animation Chapter 16
16th week Final
17th week Term Project Demo

27. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Assignments
 Every 3 weeks
 #1: Image warping & metamorphosis
 #2: 2D drawing & realtime clipping
 #3: 3D interactive modeling
 #4: Polygonal rendering
 Windows Programming
 C and C++ or Java
 Not Using Graphics Library (OpenGL, DirectX, Java3D, etc.)
 Delay
 24 hours – 40%
 48 hours – 80%
 More – not accepted

28. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Term Projects
 What?
 Create your own graphics art
 Not still images but moving pictures
 When?
 Proposal – after midterm exam
 Demonstration – after final exam
 How?
 1 or 2 person(s) / 1 team
 Using your assignments

29. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Former Class
3D 당구 3D 볼링
가상 모델 하우스 When I fall in desert

30. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Secrets for Success
 Learn the Math and NOT JUST the HACKS
 THINK before You Code
 Try to Develop Visual Debugging Skills
 Seek the Help It’s too Late

31. CGVR
Graphics Lab @ Korea University
cgvr.korea.ac.kr
Contact
 Course Web Page
 http://cgvr.korea.ac.kr/course/2003/cse385/
 Computer Graphics Lab.
 아산이학관 240호
 Teaching Assistants
 유진욱, 윤영랑, 지준용, 조현철
 Professor
 김선정 (sunjeongkim@korea.ac.kr)