Li Lianggong frowned, but said nothing.
Gro-Hill's hostility was obvious, but also justified. Faced with such an open request for advice, even if others wanted to, they could not intervene in this situation. Muxuxing had to solve it alone.
Of course, he would not worry that his students would not be able to answer the questions just because of one person's question. In an academic lecture like this, there would certainly not be only one person in the Q&A session. There would be people like Gro-Hill who came with the intention of making things difficult, there would be people who really wanted to discuss academic matters with Mu Xiuxing, and of course there would be people who wanted to test the ability of Mu Xiuxing, the most outstanding animation producer of the younger generation.
Gro-Hill in front of him is just one of them.
Li Lianggong recalled the day when he was doing the final review for Mu Suxing.
How did he say that at that time
"This lesson plan is very well done. As long as you perform normally and don't make any mistakes, there will be no problem," Li Lianggong analyzed. "If there is anything to worry about, it is the question-and-answer session after the lecture. A tall tree attracts the wind. Huaying's reputation is there now. There will definitely be people who deliberately ask tricky questions to embarrass you."
"Also, you need to be careful with those old guys. For my sake, they shouldn't make things difficult for you, but they will definitely conduct a lot of inspections on you."
He was analyzing the situation with a worried look on his face, but Mu Suxing, on the other hand, not only did he not show the slightest sign of worry, but he blinked his eyes and said naturally, "Since I have decided to hold this lecture, I am naturally prepared to debate with many scholars. Don't worry, teacher, I will not embarrass you."
Thinking of this, Li Lianggong raised his head again and glanced at Gro Hill who was standing in the crowd, and a few other people who were sitting in their seats but seemed eager to try. He shook his head helplessly and amusedly.
This student of his really dares to say anything.
Didn't he say he was going to debate with the scholars? He wanted to see how he was going to debate with the scholars today!
…
Compared to Gro-Hill's aggressiveness, Muxiuxing looks much more relaxed.
He was wearing a simple white shirt and a tie that was loosely tied on his chest. He looked casual and relaxed, which made him look no different from the students in the audience. After hearing the other party's question, Mu Suxing was not in a hurry to answer. He curled his eyes and his tone sounded quite amiable:
“That’s a very good question.”
Gro-Hill was slightly stunned.
He felt that this didn't sound right, but he couldn't tell what was wrong. However, a few students sitting in the middle area came over first and almost laughed out loud.
"That's a very good question" - it's a nice thing to say, but why does it sound like a high school teacher praising a student who asks questions proactively
Gro-Hill asked him for advice, which was obviously a humble statement. Muxuxing was not polite and really regarded himself as a teacher who came to teach students knowledge.
Mu Suxing dismissed the other party's provocation in a nonchalant manner, and he did not deliberately mean to be sarcastic in his words. After all, he was here to give a lecture, not to quarrel with others. Since someone wanted to discuss academics with him, then let's talk.
Therefore, after responding to the other party at the beginning, Mu Suxing quickly regained his composure and started talking seriously about the design of VR animation interaction points.
“Mr. Hill has raised many issues, but in my opinion, these can be avoided through the design of VR animation interaction points.”
"For example, the audience's attention is distracted when they first watch an animated film. We can completely solve this problem by designing the interaction points of light and shadow. In VR animation, this design is like the spotlight on a stage play. We can focus the light on the main scene where the story takes place, and reduce the darkness of the other secondary scenes. Then, no matter how curious the audience is, they will instinctively be attracted to the brightly lit places at the first time."
“In addition, objects, sounds, and even the expressions of characters and audiences can be set as interaction points for VR animations…”
What he said was easy to understand, yet thought-provoking. Even Gro Hill, who had initially come with the intention of finding fault, could not help but reveal a thoughtful expression.
Just as Mu Suxing said, VR technology is the trend of the times. Many directors have studied related issues in private and had similar questions, but none of them have been resolved. Today, Mu Suxing's words directly pointed out the solution without any reservation, which made everyone present's eyes light up and then they lowered their heads to think about it.
The huge lecture hall was silent for less than two seconds because of Muxuxing's fluent speech, and soon someone else stood up. If Gro-Hill, who stood up first, was aggressive, the middle-aged man who spoke now was not much better:
"Director Mu, do you mean to use light and shadow as the interaction point?"
"Light and shadow are only part of it. Since it is an animation, all designs should be based on the plot. There is no right or wrong, only more suitable."
"Excuse me for being blunt," the man frowned, with a hint of displeasure in his eyes. "VR technology has just begun. Director Mu, are you thinking that everything is too simple? Shading, polygon simplification, texture mapping... These technologies used to draw complex visual scenes are simple to say, but they are not something that can be achieved by just talking."
If the students present could still barely understand the interactive design just now, the following topic made them all confused.
Shading, polygon simplification, texture mapping... what is all this
Xue Jia looked at the South District boss who asked the question, and then looked at Mu Suxing on the stage.
This... If she understood correctly, this has already entered the field of technology, right
Although VR technology is also part of VR animation, an animation director and a developer who actually engages in VR technology are two different things. VR technology is just beginning now. Even if Mu Xuxing is an animation director and is very versatile, how can he possibly understand everything on the technical level
Isn't that the technician's job
Mu Xuxing turned his head slightly and looked at the other party.
He could probably understand why the other party was unhappy - if the director wanted the work to achieve certain effects, he only needed to give orders, but the technical staff had to rack their brains and try many times to achieve this effect. The other party might be treating him as a director who only knew how to draw storyboards, and was preparing to give him a warning from a technical level!
However-
Mu Suxing only glanced at the other person and then looked away. The next person who was going to ask questions might have more questions. He didn't plan to waste too much time on this person, so he decided to make a quick decision.
Thinking of this, Muxuxing said no more, but simply said: "There are actually many techniques that can ensure high frame rates for drawing complex visual scenes, including texture mapping, view clipping, detail level clipping and atmospheric effects. Their essence is actually developed in the field of flight simulation visualization. In fact, the relevant hardware drawing is already in preparation for research and development. You are welcome to come and experience it then."
After he finished speaking, he didn't even bother to look at the other person's expression. Instead, he waved his hand casually and said naturally, "Next."
“For film and television animation, does the pursuit of VR technology mean the loss of the original traditional art?”
"On the contrary, virtual reality art is the inevitable result of the development of traditional art. At present, the whole society itself belongs to the digital trend, and the aesthetics of traditional art is out of touch with the high pace of this era. Traditional art requires the audience to have a high level of aesthetic and knowledge literacy to appreciate it, while virtual reality can directly bring the audience into a simulated panoramic environment to experience it firsthand."
"Next."
One, two, three…
The following scene looked like a quick quiz, with people constantly standing up from their seats. The person who was being bullied remained calm, his expression did not change at all, and without thinking, he was able to easily give the answer that could not be better.
When another person sat back in his seat in a sullen manner, and Mu Suxing motioned to the next one without even raising his eyelids, perhaps because they were intimidated by the other party's momentum, or simply chose to retreat, the entire lecture hall suddenly fell silent.
There will never be another one.
Most of those who were invited to sit in the South Zone were people who had achieved success in their own fields. Even if these people did have some prejudices against Muxuxing for various reasons at the beginning, after this round, they were now truly convinced.
After a brief silence, Gro-Hill was the first to applaud.
He was indeed not convinced by Mu Xuxing before, but since Mu Xuxing had proved his strength in the most direct way, he certainly would not be so lacking in grace.
As if reminded by his applause, the people in the entire lecture hall also reacted. For a moment, the huge lecture hall was filled with thunderous applause.
"Although I have said this before, I still want to say it again today," Tan Qingyi clapped her hands and said with envy and admiration, "Old Li, you really have a good student."
Even Li Lianggong, who usually had no expression on his face, couldn't help but reveal a smug smile at this moment.
Isn’t it
For a teacher, the greatest achievement is to have students all over the world. Although he could not do this, he had a student who was smarter and more sensible. Whether it was animation production, company management, or even public lectures like this, he could debate with many people and never be pressed.
How could he not be proud with such a student
The lecture ended, but Mu Suxing's troubles did not end there. As soon as he stepped off the stage, a large group of students from the Central District surrounded him, asking for autographs and taking photos. After finally dealing with the reluctant students, many people from the South District were still not satisfied and could not wait to continue communicating with him.
Seeing the other party's enthusiasm, Mu Suxing couldn't refuse. In addition, these people in the South District were leaders in their respective industries. Both sides wanted to make friends, so they naturally exchanged their contact information smoothly and agreed to continue another day.
When Mu Suxing left under the arrangement of the school, Li Lianggong was already waiting for him in the restaurant box.
In fact, it was not just Li Lianggong, many animation industry seniors that Mu Suxing was familiar with were also gathered in the box. The fourth brother wanted to introduce him, so Mu Suxing had no reason to refuse. Under the guidance of his teacher, he greeted these seniors, whether familiar or unfamiliar, one by one, and sat down in his seat.
Because of the movie "The Gift of the Magi" he produced in his early years, and because of his identity as Li Lianggong's student, many of the old seniors present still have a good impression of Mu Xuxing.
One side wanted to appreciate the other side, and the other side wanted to get to know the other side, so the two sides hit it off immediately, and both the host and the guest were very happy.
After lunch, everyone was chatting about all sorts of things. Just as the conversation was about to end, Li Lianggong said a few final words to his old friends and was about to leave, but he saw Mu Suxing, who was originally sitting in his seat, suddenly stood up.
This is obviously a gesture of wanting to say something.
Li Lianggong was slightly stunned, and then he thought of his school plan. Of course, he knew the real purpose of his students inviting them to attend the class, but it would be too abrupt to bring it up now. I'm afraid no one present would agree!
He was getting anxious and was about to think of a way to interrupt Mu Xuxing, but he heard Mu Xuxing say seriously, "To be honest, I invited a few seniors here this time because I have a special animation project, and I hope to invite you seniors to work together to complete it."
… animation project
What animation project
Li Lianggong only felt his heart relax for less than half a second before it was immediately lifted up uncontrollably again.
Others may not know about these old friends of his, but doesn't he know them himself
As the most recognized animation masters in the Blue Star animation circle, Tan Qingyi and his colleagues have the best experience and skills in Blue Star. However, all masters will inevitably have different preferences. If Muxuxing invites a senior to help as a consultant director, there may be no problem, but inviting so many people at the same time...
How good does the animation script have to be to make these old guys who haven't come down the mountain for many years willingly come out to stretch their muscles