Video motion capture

Video motion capture has become an integral part of the entertainment, gaming, and virtual reality industries, offering immersive experiences that were once unimaginable. At Backyard Dream, our Video Motion Capture services help bring your vision to life, making your character, environments, and experiences more authentic and engaging.

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Pre Production

Create a video that wows your customers.

Production

Capture your brand perfectly.

Post Production

Make your video look amazing.

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About our motion capture services

At Backyard Dream, we use cutting-edge motion capture technology to record every subtle movement of your actors and translate it into digital form. This process involves placing sensors or markers on the actor’s body, which are then tracked by specialized cameras. These cameras, often infrared, capture the data in real time and create a digital “skeleton” that mimics the actor’s movements with incredible precision.

Once the raw data is captured, we clean up the data to correct any errors and ensure accuracy. The data is then applied to a 3D model, making it appear as though the character is performing the exact movements of the actor. In addition to body motion, we also capture facial expressions and finger movements for high-detail animation, allowing us to deliver lifelike performances.

Benefits of Our Motion Capture Services

Realistic Animations

Video motion capture allows for highly detailed and lifelike animations, capturing even the smallest movements with precision. This enables you to create characters that move and interact in ways that feel natural and believable, whether for movies, video games, or virtual reality experiences.

Cost and Time Efficiency

Traditionally, animating movements frame by frame can be an incredibly time-consuming and costly process. With motion capture, much of this work is done in real-time, allowing for faster production times and reducing the need for manual labor in the animation process. This makes motion capture an ideal solution for projects with tight deadlines or larger-scale productions.

Accuracy and Detail

One of the biggest advantages of motion capture is its ability to capture accurate, detailed human movement. Whether you’re creating a hyper-realistic CGI character or designing a virtual training simulation, motion capture ensures that the movements are as authentic as possible. This level of detail improves the overall quality of the project and delivers a more engaging experience for the audience.

Why Choose
Backyard Dream?

At Backyard Dream, we blend creativity and technology to bring your digital characters and scenes to life with unmatched realism. Our Emmy-winning professionals bring years of experience and technical expertise to every project, ensuring that your motion capture needs are met with the highest quality.

We offer full-service motion capture solutions, meaning that we handle every aspect of the process in-house. From sensor placement and data capture to clean-up and retargeting, our team works seamlessly to create high-quality results. We also use advanced systems, including optical and inertial technologies, to ensure that every movement is captured with precision.

What sets us apart is our collaborative approach. We take the time to understand your vision and goals, ensuring that the final product aligns with your expectations. Whether you’re creating a character for a feature film, video game, or VR experience, Backyard Dream ensures that your motion capture project is a smooth and efficient process, resulting in stunning, lifelike animation.

Partnered With Area 505

Area 505 Performance Capture & Animation, founded by longtime collaborators Bryan Steagall and Bobby Duncanson, was created from decades of experience in motion capture, animation, and facial performance technology.

Backyard Dream Productions is proud to partner with Area 505 to bring advanced motion capture and performance capture capabilities to Wisconsin and beyond. Together, we combine industry-leading technology, real-time workflows, and cinematic production expertise to help creators bring digital performances and immersive storytelling to life.