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Houdini Lounge » EDIT SOP
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also, if you've dedicated that much time in your edits, you can have multiple edit nodes branching off from the same output and use a sequence blend/blendshape to animate between their differences..
Houdini Lounge » BUG: parameter overlay in network viewer
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Hey J.C.,
Thanks for the reply and confirmation.. I wouldn't be surprised at all if this is a vid hardware issue for me… I'm pretty up to date on drivers, but the card itself is just so old that it's most likely the culprit.. Will try grabbing a newer build as well.. Also, I just finally got this machine up and running again so I need to get my usual suse dual boot going and possibly try it out on there.. I just tried H8 on winXP and it worked fine, so I wonder..
Thanks again,
dave
Thanks for the reply and confirmation.. I wouldn't be surprised at all if this is a vid hardware issue for me… I'm pretty up to date on drivers, but the card itself is just so old that it's most likely the culprit.. Will try grabbing a newer build as well.. Also, I just finally got this machine up and running again so I need to get my usual suse dual boot going and possibly try it out on there.. I just tried H8 on winXP and it worked fine, so I wonder..
Thanks again,
dave
Houdini Lounge » Houdini and Illustrator curves
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dragos,
just tried this out and worked fine.. cs3, 50 pt stroke, duplicate, outline stroke, save as cs3, no compression, no pdf.. imported just fine.. space+a in H just as Robert suggested (or middle mouse on node to see info).. Possibly, the outline stroke is causing issues due to generating a compound path in Illustrator? It's still working fine here, but you could try releasing it in to two separate paths and doing some cleanup on any unneeded anchor points..
cheers,
dq
just tried this out and worked fine.. cs3, 50 pt stroke, duplicate, outline stroke, save as cs3, no compression, no pdf.. imported just fine.. space+a in H just as Robert suggested (or middle mouse on node to see info).. Possibly, the outline stroke is causing issues due to generating a compound path in Illustrator? It's still working fine here, but you could try releasing it in to two separate paths and doing some cleanup on any unneeded anchor points..
cheers,
dq
Houdini Lounge » BUG: parameter overlay in network viewer
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Just checking here first before submitting an official bug to SESI…
Can anyone else reproduce this?
1. hit p for parameter overlay in network editor.
2. hit ctrl-b to go full screen on network editor.
3. hit ctrl-b to get back to restored pane.
4. parameter overlay now blank (only way to restore is hit ‘p’ hotkey twice)
Running 10.0.249.5 NC on winXP 32, embarrassingly old geforce4 ti4200…
thanks all,
dave
Can anyone else reproduce this?
1. hit p for parameter overlay in network editor.
2. hit ctrl-b to go full screen on network editor.
3. hit ctrl-b to get back to restored pane.
4. parameter overlay now blank (only way to restore is hit ‘p’ hotkey twice)
Running 10.0.249.5 NC on winXP 32, embarrassingly old geforce4 ti4200…
thanks all,
dave
Technical Discussion » float to integer conversion on hda parms
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well i'm an artist and i expect truncation…
oh well, you're prob right as it is consistent with other int parms in that respect.. and i'm wondering if you're also right about houdini storing them internally as floats because if you bring up the animation channel on an int parm that you typed a float into, the curve will respect that value.. so.. i dunno.. :roll:
thanks wolfwood.. good to be able to post something at least once in the past 6 months.. silly working with the not sleeping and what not..
oh well, you're prob right as it is consistent with other int parms in that respect.. and i'm wondering if you're also right about houdini storing them internally as floats because if you bring up the animation channel on an int parm that you typed a float into, the curve will respect that value.. so.. i dunno.. :roll:
thanks wolfwood.. good to be able to post something at least once in the past 6 months.. silly working with the not sleeping and what not..
Technical Discussion » float to integer conversion on hda parms
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hey,
came across something of interest when hacking apart an hda here.. if you have a parm of type int that is receiving a float value, it will round that number rather than truncate it.. i found this a little odd since the int() hscript function truncates and int parm type rounds.. me thinks they should be the same as it's caused somewhat of an inconsistency here (my preference would be to truncate both, but hey, who am i to decie.. )..
attached a simple otl as an example..
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p.s. i had to zip up my otl because the extension wasn't allowed for upload.. can we allow otl's on the forum as attachments?
came across something of interest when hacking apart an hda here.. if you have a parm of type int that is receiving a float value, it will round that number rather than truncate it.. i found this a little odd since the int() hscript function truncates and int parm type rounds.. me thinks they should be the same as it's caused somewhat of an inconsistency here (my preference would be to truncate both, but hey, who am i to decie.. )..
attached a simple otl as an example..
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p.s. i had to zip up my otl because the extension wasn't allowed for upload.. can we allow otl's on the forum as attachments?
Houdini Lounge » bugged
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Wolfwood
I get an email from dear ole' Mom asking what the hserver.exe program did because it was showing up in the processes list. She said it wasn't causing trouble but she was worried it maybe spyware.
Holy crap! Your mom knows what a process list is??? :shock:
Houdini Lounge » Disney's The Wild Trailer news
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Plus there is nothing better than an artist who can fix their own small technical problems
word.
Houdini Lounge » RFE: Scripting the UI
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Then again, who uses Houdini to model in production?
Yea, but i really don't like this approach.. you could have said the same thing about houdini's character tools 3/4 years ago.. “Who really sets up and animates chars with Houdini in production, anyways?” And there it would have sat and Houdini would still be regarded as the “program that does effects shots” and nothing more.. But look at where it is now and how great those tools have become. It's even being used in production now.. And as for today you could say the same about modeling.. You could say the same about Halo.. I really wonder how much compositing halo is used in production.. So should it never get a good color corrector? Keyer? Tracker?
Anyways, these are just my humble opinions.. :roll:
Technical Discussion » BUG? box SOP
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true, but maybe it might be nice to have parms on the box or bound sop that go un-greyed when using to determine a bound so you can just easily ch ref them.. then again, using a bbox() isn't really that much harder to type up than a ch().. but it could also be nice to have them there so you can keep an eye out on the values for certain purposes.. i know i wouldn't mind seeing the values as easy as selecting the node and checking out it's parms..
Technical Discussion » RFE: Add previous to Selector Options
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If this type of operation can already be accomplished by undo, do we still need it? To go backwards quickly, you can just use Shift+r to reverse the direction and continue forward.
This is how i feel about it as well.. I don't think it's really all that necessary since you can either undo or reverse your direction.. Ctrl-z is a standard enough hotkey that i think it's intuitive enough to use as “undo-ing” the last added edge you just made.. And if you ctrl-right click, all the other reverse and loop selection options are right there…
just my 2c..
Technical Discussion » Copying operator path to clipboard
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there are a lot of ways to do this.. if you just want the full path to the operator itself, just drag the node into any parameter and it will paste in the information.. (you can do the same thing for the textport..)
as far as parms go.. you can either click and drag their label from and to eachother allowing a small popup asking to paste in the current value, channel reference, relative refs.. that or you can right click on a parm and select copy parameter.. then go to your new parm and right click to get a slew of paste options..
i think most people don't realize that houdini has a lot of drag and drop operations.. just keep an eye out for that white arrow when you click and drag something.. once there's a little plus icon next to it, you can paste it in there..
as far as parms go.. you can either click and drag their label from and to eachother allowing a small popup asking to paste in the current value, channel reference, relative refs.. that or you can right click on a parm and select copy parameter.. then go to your new parm and right click to get a slew of paste options..
i think most people don't realize that houdini has a lot of drag and drop operations.. just keep an eye out for that white arrow when you click and drag something.. once there's a little plus icon next to it, you can paste it in there..
Houdini Lounge » Disney's The Wild Trailer news
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also another note on the tuition costs and money issue.. have you looked in to federal loans (both student and PLUS)? The PLUS typically has very low interest rates and many student stafford ones are subsidized leaving no responsibility for payment till 6 months after graduation.. What I see many parents do is make payments for the PLUS while the student is in school (typically $300-$500 a month), and then after graduation, the kid either starts paying the student loan off after 6 months or takes over the PLUS loan from the parents. This allows for the kid to concentrate on studies during their their time at school and then once they graduate, it gives them some responsibility. Hey, it's what they went to school for, right? Might as well get a job doing that and start paying it off.. just my humble opinion..
for more information about that stuff, i would speak with the financial aid office at the school.. you can also check out http://studentaid.ed.gov/ [studentaid.ed.gov] and http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ [fafsa.ed.gov] .. hope that helps..
for more information about that stuff, i would speak with the financial aid office at the school.. you can also check out http://studentaid.ed.gov/ [studentaid.ed.gov] and http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ [fafsa.ed.gov] .. hope that helps..
Houdini Lounge » Disney's The Wild Trailer news
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It would be nice to go check out this school, but we live in Texas.
There is a Media Arts and Animation program at the Art Institute of Dallas. Maybe that's worth the trip over to check out and see?
http://www.aid.artinstitutes.edu/ [aid.artinstitutes.edu]
Just wondering if she's taking the right path for herself.
I'm wondering this now as well.. After seeing how much she's into drawing and doing anime depictions, I would think an Illustration major would be better suited for her.. But once again, this is just my own interpretation/opinion..
She has many friends that sit and draw together. They are all wanting the same course.
This is fine and good.. But where it becomes crucial is if they all have a strong enough relationship to be able to go to eachother and tell them that there art work sucks. Sorry to be so blunt, but it's important to have strong criticism from your peers and mentors. You won't find it everywhere and most of the kids i went to school with always wussed out.. But there would always be a few dependable people including myself that would just be brutally honest even after knowing how much one had slaved over it. It was the only way we all improved time after time… I wouldn't have had it any other way..
Houdini Lounge » VEX Help in Houdini 8.0.481
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agreed.. did not like the interactive search as well.. seemed buggy and would mess up on occasion. this is much nicer imo..
Houdini Lounge » Disney's The Wild Trailer news
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Hi Witch,
Do you happen to have a web link to the school you are considering for your daughter? I only ask because my search results only bring up the online classes offered by the Art Institute of Pittsburgh (see these links: http://www.aip.artinstitutes.edu/ [aip.artinstitutes.edu] and http://www.education.org/artinstitutes/online.php).. [education.org] If this is the case, then why not just directly send her to the school rather than pursuing it online? I'm assuming you live in/near Pittsburgh, so you might as well let her go to the classes if you're paying that much for it. As far as the Art Institute goes. The Art Institute has colleges based in major cities all over the country. Some are just ok, some are great. It really depends on that specific one and the faculty and student base involved. I would highly suggest taking your family for a visit. Have your daughter ask questions, ask to see the facilities, ask about scholarships and federal loans, see the dorms, see what the other students are producing, ask them what they think of the school and the program.. That's what the people are there for. They want to sell you a 4 year subscription, so they'll take the time to show you around and answer anything. AND they will know a lot more about the school than the high school counseler. I promise you. Plus, you will see it first hand and be able to make your own judgements. I would never consider going to a school I haven't visited yet.
As for the online classes. I agree completely with Wolfwood. A huge amount of my learning and dedication was due to the enviroment. The students and faculty can really get your spirit up and moving as long as you have the passion about it in yourself in the first place. It will be much much harder trying to accomplish the same things on your own, in a room at home, sitting at a desk. Seeing what other people are doing will only push your daughter into saying, wow i really want to do that too or even hey I could do that a lot better. And then she's off doing it and being a better artist because of it. Lots to be had when your around others who love doing the same things you do.
Onto the next thing.. if your husband doesn't want her to go out of the state, I can respect that. I don't agree with it but I can respect it.. If this is really what she loves doing and has the passion for it, let her go do it, where ever that might be. She's 18, she will be fine. College is really not that scary (another reason to go visit the school and see what kind of student life is there..) Of course this is of all personal opinion and the decision is completely between you and your family.. I just felt the need to say something because I can't begin to express the gratitude i have for my parents letting me go and pursue my dreams. Without them, none of this would have been possible and it's made our relationship stronger than ever. Now going back to the state wide thing, go to this link: http://www.artschools.com/usa/ [artschools.com] and click on the state of Pennsylvania. This will list all the art related school in that state for you guys to check out. Not all of them will be great schools obviously and not all will have an animation program, but it's definitely worth the time to browse through. If it were me, I would make up a list of 4 or 5 that you really like. Go and check them out and make your decision based on that. Another important thing to think about is to don't feel rushed. Don't think of it as she has to find a school by July. If you miss the application dates, don't sweat it. Just sign up to start in the winter time and have her start learning on her own while doing a side job until then.
Now on to costs. Do not buy her any software. There are plenty of learning editions for people to try out and use while studying. Plus the school will have labs to go to and have all of the software she will need for the classes. If she wants to invest in some of them, make sure to ask about student editions which are much much cheaper. Also tell her to download the apprentice version of Houdini for free and start playing with it. You have nothing to lose. Plus, a computer should not cost her $3500. That's a lot of money in my opinion. I built my own while i was in school and it had a good amount of things in it and only cost me $2300. And it's the same machine I'm still using and typing this on today. Still use it to create my artwork on as well.
Well, i probably forgot to write some other things I meant to mention, but seeing that it's already a novel's length, i will stop here. I really have to commend you on coming on here and asking these things. Taking the time to research this will mean a lot to your daughter and it will only improve her education in the end. :wink:
Best of luck and feel free to ask us any other questions you might have.
Do you happen to have a web link to the school you are considering for your daughter? I only ask because my search results only bring up the online classes offered by the Art Institute of Pittsburgh (see these links: http://www.aip.artinstitutes.edu/ [aip.artinstitutes.edu] and http://www.education.org/artinstitutes/online.php).. [education.org] If this is the case, then why not just directly send her to the school rather than pursuing it online? I'm assuming you live in/near Pittsburgh, so you might as well let her go to the classes if you're paying that much for it. As far as the Art Institute goes. The Art Institute has colleges based in major cities all over the country. Some are just ok, some are great. It really depends on that specific one and the faculty and student base involved. I would highly suggest taking your family for a visit. Have your daughter ask questions, ask to see the facilities, ask about scholarships and federal loans, see the dorms, see what the other students are producing, ask them what they think of the school and the program.. That's what the people are there for. They want to sell you a 4 year subscription, so they'll take the time to show you around and answer anything. AND they will know a lot more about the school than the high school counseler. I promise you. Plus, you will see it first hand and be able to make your own judgements. I would never consider going to a school I haven't visited yet.
As for the online classes. I agree completely with Wolfwood. A huge amount of my learning and dedication was due to the enviroment. The students and faculty can really get your spirit up and moving as long as you have the passion about it in yourself in the first place. It will be much much harder trying to accomplish the same things on your own, in a room at home, sitting at a desk. Seeing what other people are doing will only push your daughter into saying, wow i really want to do that too or even hey I could do that a lot better. And then she's off doing it and being a better artist because of it. Lots to be had when your around others who love doing the same things you do.
Onto the next thing.. if your husband doesn't want her to go out of the state, I can respect that. I don't agree with it but I can respect it.. If this is really what she loves doing and has the passion for it, let her go do it, where ever that might be. She's 18, she will be fine. College is really not that scary (another reason to go visit the school and see what kind of student life is there..) Of course this is of all personal opinion and the decision is completely between you and your family.. I just felt the need to say something because I can't begin to express the gratitude i have for my parents letting me go and pursue my dreams. Without them, none of this would have been possible and it's made our relationship stronger than ever. Now going back to the state wide thing, go to this link: http://www.artschools.com/usa/ [artschools.com] and click on the state of Pennsylvania. This will list all the art related school in that state for you guys to check out. Not all of them will be great schools obviously and not all will have an animation program, but it's definitely worth the time to browse through. If it were me, I would make up a list of 4 or 5 that you really like. Go and check them out and make your decision based on that. Another important thing to think about is to don't feel rushed. Don't think of it as she has to find a school by July. If you miss the application dates, don't sweat it. Just sign up to start in the winter time and have her start learning on her own while doing a side job until then.
Now on to costs. Do not buy her any software. There are plenty of learning editions for people to try out and use while studying. Plus the school will have labs to go to and have all of the software she will need for the classes. If she wants to invest in some of them, make sure to ask about student editions which are much much cheaper. Also tell her to download the apprentice version of Houdini for free and start playing with it. You have nothing to lose. Plus, a computer should not cost her $3500. That's a lot of money in my opinion. I built my own while i was in school and it had a good amount of things in it and only cost me $2300. And it's the same machine I'm still using and typing this on today. Still use it to create my artwork on as well.
Well, i probably forgot to write some other things I meant to mention, but seeing that it's already a novel's length, i will stop here. I really have to commend you on coming on here and asking these things. Taking the time to research this will mean a lot to your daughter and it will only improve her education in the end. :wink:
Best of luck and feel free to ask us any other questions you might have.
Houdini Lounge » New Houdini Book - looking for input
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Houdini Lounge » Join SOP trouble.
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hey, sweet.. this is great.. just make sure not to go in to the negatives because houdini goes boom..
thanks Ondrej :wink:
thanks Ondrej :wink:
Technical Discussion » using unix with tcsh from textport
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in order for ls to work, you'll need an ls alias pointing to the opls command (or you could just use opls)..
that alias should be already set up in new houdini launches (see 123.cmd).. but to check, go to settings->aliases and variables (Alt-A)..
edit: i just noticed you said nothing prints at all, which is odd.. if it doesn't recognize a command, you should atleast be getting a ‘unknown command’ return.. don't know what to say there..
that alias should be already set up in new houdini launches (see 123.cmd).. but to check, go to settings->aliases and variables (Alt-A)..
edit: i just noticed you said nothing prints at all, which is odd.. if it doesn't recognize a command, you should atleast be getting a ‘unknown command’ return.. don't know what to say there..
Technical Discussion » Maya Channels to Houdini
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