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. Lighting helps integrate various 3D elements (effects, props, characters, etc.) while also helping to set the mood or tone of a shot.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 10, 2024

There are many reasons why people pursue a career in film and video games—it’s a creative, dynamic, challenging, and rewarding industry that gives artists opportunities to work on world-class projects while earning a regular income. How would you like to contribute, creatively and technically, to a film or game?

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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. What is 3D modeling?

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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.

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Terrain Animation Animation Render 98

Filmustage

DECEMBER 1, 2024

These films create breathtaking worlds through VFX, yet their production processes stand worlds apart. Live-action films seamlessly blend computer-generated elements with real footage. Animated films craft every visual element digitally. Special effects (SFX) happen right on the set during filming.

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The most common types of animation are: 2D animation 3D animation Stop motion animation Motion graphics 2D Animation 2D animation uses hand-drawn two-dimensional characters, props, and sets to tell a story and create movement. It’s how films like Nightmare Before Christmas , Coraline , Isle of Dogs , and Missing Link were made.

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Animation Animation Film Software 52

Filmustage

JANUARY 10, 2025

VFX studios use specialized software and animation techniques from early planning to final rendering. Technical directors set up specific checkpoints for: Motion tracking accuracy Lighting consistency Asset integration verification Render quality assessment The QC process combines automated testing tools with manual reviews.

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