Question

How does compositing work to create special effects? Describe some of the ways the creators of Star Wars used compositing.

Answer 1

Compositing work creates special effects by; "sets". Like each scene is a different set. It helps create the ways of certain characters within each scene that is played. 

Answer 2

Answer:

Compositing is the process of layering images together. The live actions shots are usually done in front of a green screen. Star Wars was filmed using this technique. The creators filmed the actors in front of a green screen and then were able to add together scenes and images placing cels on top of one another cels, add in light savers with computer imagery, or add in miniature creatures or scenes to real-life footage.