Introduction to Computer Graphics

This adaptation of the definitive Foley guide provides a more concise introduction to computer graphics. Explanations of key concepts have been expanded and further illustrated assuming less background knowledge on the part of the reader.

This new introductory text to computer graphics is an adaptation of Computer Graphics: Principles and Practice, Second Edition, which remains the most comprehensive and authoritative work in the field. While retaining the currency and accuracy of the larger book, this abbreviated version focuses on topics essential for all beginners in computer graphics and provides expanded explanations for readers with little or no technical background. Worked examples have been added to illustrate important concepts and techniques, and program code has been written in the C language to enhance the book's usefulness. In addition, the book contains an extensive illustration program, with more than 50 full-color images.

Topic coverage includes basic graphics programming, hardware, and applications. Important algorithms are included to facilitate implementation of both 2D and 3D graphics. A separate chapter covers SPHIGS—a simplified dialect of the PHIGS 3D standard—and coincides with the availability of an updated version of the software. Chapter 9 and presents a concise overview of interaction issues and techniques. Advanced material from the larger book has been condensed, and the mathematics needed for it has been explained carefully .

The result is an accessible introduction to computer graphics, crafted to provide a solid foundation for further work in this exciting field. Features

• Adaptation of the definitive computer graphics book in the field—half the length.
• Presents key concepts geared toward students with minimal technical background.
• Provides worked examples in C.
• Retains the high level of teaching standards of the parent graphics text.

Booknews

An abridged and modified adaptation of Computer Graphics: Principles and Practice, 2nd ed. (Addison-Wesley, 1990), featuring new material and, in some cases, a different approach to exposition--designed to be used in a one- to two-semester college or university course in computer graphics and, assuming only a small amount of mathematical preparation, for a one-semester course in community colleges or other two-year institutions. The computer language used throughout is modern ANSI C rather than Pascal as in CGPP. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

An introductory text to computer graphics, this book focuses on topics essential for beginners in computer graphics. It contains an illustration program, with more than 50 full-color images. The topic coverage includes basic graphics programming, hardware, and applications.