Archive for the '2d' Category

What is the basic difference between 2D Graphics and 3D Graphics ?

I am working with 2D graphics application development.
I want to move on to 3D Graphics.
I want to know the basic differences between 2d and 3D graphics.
"2D graphics" is exactly as it sounds… graphics that only deal in a 2 dimensional space. 3D graphics use a 3d coordinate system and vector graphics to plot/draw things. Because [...]

Hey is there a Game engine to make 2D Games like Maplestory or maybe even Gaia Online?

I have very little programming knowledge but i know what im doing. And i don’t want to hear about Eclipse game engine because its kinda sucky and low Quality. I just want to make a 2d game like Maple story, Gaia Online, or Maybe even Habbo Hotel. And i want it to [...]

Can anyone help me with 2d images in Blender?

Hi,
I’m new to the world of 3d rendering, and I’ve been using the program Blender, which I have pretty much fallen in love with. The thing is, I keep wanting to put a 2d image onto my models, but I don’t know how.
For example: I am trying to model a robot that [...]

Which programs to use to make a 2d rpg game like dragonfable or mechquest?

i wanna make a 2d web rpg like dragonfable of mechquest but i dont know wick FREE program to use…thats easy to use and can make a decent fantasy RPG pls dont suggest eclipse rpg maker… plas and thank u in advance!
I’d use GameMaker.
It’s great for new little developers to understand how the basics of [...]

How do i make/draw a 2D animated movie?

I am really instreted in making a 2D animated movie. I want to draw the pictures frame by frame. Any idea on how to do this?
You can go to the following websites which has whole bunch of FREE programs, tutorials, and other information for 2D animation and programming:
http://www.instantfundas.com/2009/04/synfig-free-vector-based-2d-animation.html
http://www.instantfundas.com/2009/04/liveswif-poor-mans-adobe-flash.html
http://download.cnet.com/Adventure-Maker-Free-Edition/3000-18541_4-10054251.html?tag=mncol
http://www.ambrosine.com/resource.html
http://www.baycongroup.com/flashCS4/index.html
http://www.teach-ict.net/software/flash/flash.htm
http://www.video-animation.com/flash_01.shtml
http://www.instantfundas.com/2008/03/24-sites-to-look-for-free-video.html
Also YouTube has a whole bunch of tutorials [...]

What are the Software Tools should One learn to become a good 2D animation Engineer?

Please suggest me the set of Softwares that to learn for 2D animation projects.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
I expect more answers.
flash and photoshop

How can I reflect a 2d vector about another?

For example: in 2d, say we have the vector R which is defined as (1, 1) (the 45 degree line). Now I have the vector V, which is defined as (3, 1). (all these vectors come from the origin). The reflection of V about R, V’, is going to be (1, 3). My question is, [...]

What is the difference between a 2d presentation and a 3d presentatinon in an IMAX film?

Its just on the website (http://www.imax.com) if you look at the films being shown some say 2d and some say 3d what is the difference. do you where special 3d glasses or something?
Thanks
Yes the 3d movies are the ones you have to watch with glasses so you can see the movie in 3d. It [...]

Can Hypo plastic Left Heart Syndrome be picked up on a 2D ultrasound that is preformed by a obgyn?

Can Hypo plastic Left heart syndrome be picked up on a 2D ultrasound that is preformed by a obgyn?
Well, cardiologists do use ultrasound technology to image the heart and make diagnosis, but I don’t think that an obstetrician would be willing to dabble so far outside their field of expertise.

how can i paste a 2d image on to a 3d object in Photoshop cs4?

HELP this is urgent is there any way to paste a 2d image on to a 3d object using adobe Photoshop cs4?
2nd image. Select > All, Edit > Copy (Ctrl+C). click on 3rd image, Edit > Paste (Ctrl+V). If resizing is necessary, Ctrl+T for the Transformation tool. To maintain proportion, [...]