Hooks to data

For facial modeling and animation, we need the geometry of faces, rendering properties, and deformation of facial expression or speech. For the acquisition of facial geometry, we have two major approaches: 3D input and 2D input.

• 3D Input
• 2D Input
• Expression libraries
• Speech/Sound
• Rendering/Material Properties
• Real-Time Performance Data
  • Vision
  • 3D trackers
  • MIDI controllers