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Sketching provides an intuitive way to convey dynamic intent in animation authoring (i.e., how elements change over time and space), making it a natural medium for automatic content creation. Yet existing approaches often constrain sketches…
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The state of the art review broadly oversees the use of novel research utilized in the creation of virtual environments applied in interactive art experiences, with a specific focus on the application of procedural animation in spatially…
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Animation of 2D hand-drawn sketches provides an effective medium for visual communication. However, these sketches pose challenges, particularly in handling occlusions and accurately mapping motion. While 3D animation naturally addresses…
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