Filmustage

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In his groundbreaking film "A Trip to the Moon" (1902) , Méliès used stop-motion animation, miniatures, and practical effects to create fantastical scenes. The 1950s ushered in a golden age of practical effects, with the rise of monster movies and science fiction films. The Bullet Time rig from "The Matrix".

Film 75

Film Technology Animation Animation 75

CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

3D modelers apply many processes to improve the look and usability of their assets when creating the characters, props, and sets that feature in your favorite video games and films. Not only does LOD support faster rendering, it does so in a way that doesn't negatively impact the visual quality of an asset.

Software 70

Software Polygon Baking Texture Mapping 70

CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 2, 2023

I knew that if I could get the simulation capture process figured out in the City Sample Demo, I could make my own environment in the future and use the same workflow. The blueprint was already rigged with a Metahuman, and the riding physics seemed perfect for what I needed. Now, I can't live without it.

Cinematics 52

Cinematics Demo Engine Engineering 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.

Terrain 80

Terrain Animation Animation Render 80

CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

3D lighting involves simulating the behavior of light in a real-world or fantasy situation, including shadows, reflections, highlights, and color, using specialized lighting software and rendering tools. Scene from the 3D animation Finding Nemo before and after its been lit and rendered by a 3D lighting artist (Image: Pixar).

Film 88

Film Render Animation Animation 88