CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 22, 2022

VFX can be as small as removing a car from the background of a shot to integrating CG environments and characters and adding FX (smoke, destruction, water simulations, etc.). See some of the portfolio-worthy work created by our 2022 visual effects students: Want to join the booming visual effects industry as an FX artist or compositor?

Educational 52

Educational Education Film Simulation 52

CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

CG Spectrum’s very own FX Department Head, Daniel Hourigan ( Deepwater Horizon, It: Chapter Two, Terminator: Dark Fate ) also entered the competition, demonstrating techniques in his special Mission to Minerva livestreams , and had a blast doing so! Explore our courses and start your next creative journey with CG Spectrum.

Concepts 79

Concepts Art Film Animation 79

CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 25, 2022

FX artist and CG Spectrum Mentor of the Houdini FX courses Kate Xagoraris ( Nightmare Alley , The Witcher , Raised by Wolves , Vikings: Valhalla , The Boys ) knows that advancing in your career can be challenging. How do I know I'm ready to become a mid-level FX artist? Submit work like a pro.

Communications 52

Communications Studios Build Simulation 52

CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Head of VFX Daniel Hourigan ( Aquaman , The Hunger Games: Mockingjay , Terminator: Dark Fate ) takes us through how he built his KitBash3D Mission to Minerva settlement in Houdini, detailing key steps from his recent informative livestreams, including a great workaround for creating a fast rendering volumetric glow. Setting up your Kit.

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Terrain Animation Animation Render 80

Game Designing

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Most studios need compositing in some form, whether it involves the seamless integration of special effects (FX) with environments or VFX shots with computer-generated (CG) characters. Select a course that offers training in relevant software, gives you time to build a portfolio, and has strong connections with the VFX industry.

Film 52

Film Studios Render Software 52