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David Halbstein

Associate Professor

School of Design
College of Art and Design
dlhfaa@rit.edu
Office Location
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David Halbstein

Associate Professor

School of Design
College of Art and Design

Education

BA, MA, William Patterson University

dlhfaa@rit.edu
Areas of Expertise
Emerging Technologies
Autodesk Maya
Pixologic ZBrush

Select Scholarship

Journal Paper
Riddle, Scott, et al. "Retopoligizing MRI and Diffusion Tensor Tractography Datasets for Real Time Interactivity." Journal of Biocommunications 39. 1 (2013) Print.
Full Length Book
Foster, Shaun and David Halbstein. Integrating 3D Modeling, Photogrammetry and Design. ISBN 978-1-4471-6328-2 ed. : Springer Publishing Company, 2013. Print.
Published Conference Proceedings
Halbstein, David and Susan Lakin. "The Collaborative Composite Image at RIT: The MAG Project Article No. 87." Proceedings of the SIGGRAPH Asia 2013 Symposium. New York, NY: Mobile Graphics and Interactive Applications, 2013. Print.
Halbstein, David and Susan Lakin. "The Collaborative Composite Image at RIT: The MAG Project Article No. 8." Proceedings of the SIGGRAPH 2013 Symposium. Ed. ISBN 978-1-4053-2341-3. New york, NY: Mobile Graphics and Interactive Applications, 2013. Print.
Halbstein, David and Shaun Foster. "Screencasting Strategies: Heuristics for Using Video Content in 3D Computer Graphics Technological and Aesthetic Education Article No. 14." Proceedings of the SIGGRAPH 2013. Ed. ISBN 978-1-4503-2343-7. New York, NY: ACM Studio Talks, 2013. Print.

Currently Teaching

DDDD-208
Anatomical Frameworks for 2D & 3D Applications
3 Credits
This course will introduce students to the underlying structures of the human form for application in all aspects of 3D digital design. Course content will cover 3D digital modeling, digital sculpture, posing, topology, and rendering. At the completion of this course, students will be able to identify and name major structures of the human body, visually represent these structures with attention to position, form, and proportion and will be able to draw and sculpt a human figure without reference or observation based on acquired knowledge.
DDDD-209
Project Planning and Production
3 Credits
In this course students learn to develop design documents, timelines, budgets, marketing plans, and supporting material for potential projects. A project of their own design is then fully implemented and presented at the end of the term.
DDDD-599
3D Digital Design Independent Study
1 - 6 Credits
3D Digital Design Independent Study will provide students with the ability to study in a specialized area with an individual faculty member. Students, with the assistance of a faculty advisor will propose a course of study. 3D Digital Design independent study students must obtain permission of an instructor and complete the Independent Study Permission Form to enroll.
VCDE-799
Visual Communication Design Independent Study
1 - 4 Credits
Visual Communication Design Independent Study will allow students to obtain instruction in specialized areas of interest to enhance their individual course of study. Working with a faculty adviser, students will propose a focused curriculum related to their academic and/or future career interests. Visual Communication Design Independent Study students must obtain permission of an instructor to enroll.**NOTE: Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA **

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