CG Spectrum

JANUARY 20, 2023

Architectural visualization has soared in popularity over the past few years, riding the wave of technological advancements in 3D modeling and rendering. 3D render by CG Spectrum Visualization Dept. Film and television (post-production) — creating interior and exterior 3D sets in shots. Head Nicklas Byriel.

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Filmustage

JANUARY 16, 2025

From creative sparks to render farms, we'll explore every nook and cranny of the VFX universe, sharing battle-tested techniques that'll make even the trickiest effects look like a walk in the digital park. The VFX Artist's Toolbox Think of VFX as building the world's most amazing digital sandwich - you need all the right layers!

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Post-production costs can eat up a quarter of your film's total budget. Free Sign Up Budget Allocation Percentages Post-production costs comprise 20-25% of a film's total budget. The framework must also consider technological requirements, including storage costs, render farm usage, and collaboration tools.

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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.

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Nvidia

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Deserted house in the night, rendered In RedShift. Blue car on the street with sunlight , rendered In RedShift. Catmull-Rom curves are a popular choice in the film and games industries for hair and fur and other uses of curves. Red fabric with golden texture rendered with Houdini XPU. Image courtesy of Daz3D.

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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".

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

Daniel enjoyed working on the challenge, and even after working in the film industry as an FX Artist for almost two decades, he still gained new skills. During the challenge he pushed himself to learn the new Karma rendering workflow in Houdini, which he says he loves and will continue using going forward. SEE ALL COURSES

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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

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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PreMortem.Games

APRIL 24, 2024

If Triple-A games are the equivalent of Hollywood blockbuster movies and indie games are comparable to independent films, then you could call Indika by Odd Meter an arthouse experience. The game, centered on a nun grappling with the voice of the devil within her, deviates from the standard in almost every aspect.

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 10, 2024

A typical superhero film contains around 2,500 VFX shots. Visual effects have elevated superhero films beyond simple comic adaptations. The complex VFX shot breakdown process in superhero films reveals fascinating details. Manage visual effects in your films sequences like never before!

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Nvidia

AUGUST 7, 2023

Used with a graphics API like OpenGL or DirectX, NVIDIA OptiX permits you to create a renderer that enables faster and more cost-effective product development cycles. It empowers designers to render high-quality images and animations of their products, helping them visualize and iterate on designs more effectively.

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Filmustage

MARCH 29, 2023

VFX, or visual effects, refers to the process of blending computer-generated imagery (CGI) with live-action footage, resulting in realistic and engaging scenes in films. The evolution of VFX in films As technology advances, we anticipate witnessing even more advanced visual effects in films. What is VFX?

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Game Designing

MARCH 24, 2023

Virtual production is one of the hottest new developments in film production and is now being used by many studios across the world. Virtual production is the practice of combining virtual worlds with the real world to create exciting and beautiful film productions. Why Is Virtual Production Becoming So Popular?

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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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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Before working in the games industry, I went to Hampshire College in the States for film and liberal arts studies, which led me to be a creator and was how I was introduced to 3D art. So I gathered shots from some of my favorite arthouse films that have unique lighting and colors, including Nomadland , Pierrot le Fou , and Paris, Texas.

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Filmustage

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

That's probably why his films seem so vital and natural. But Smith is also special because his films have a kind of magical absurd humor. At Filmustage, we love Kevin Smith's films, so today our blog is about his directorial traits and techniques. Together they made the director's first film, "Clerks.".

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Filmustage

MAY 12, 2023

By thoroughly understanding the VFX requirements of a film, the production team can allocate appropriate resources and avoid costly and time-consuming post-production nightmares. This allowed them to plan their VFX work efficiently, and despite the complexity of the visual effects, the films were completed on time and within budget.

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Filmustage

JANUARY 10, 2022

It is no mystery that the goal of any film is to make the viewer believe in the fictional world on the screen. Of course, this is not true of documentary films, but believe us, there are genres of documentaries that blur the line between fiction and reality. But we'll talk about that some other time. So how will we make movies in 2022?

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 10, 2024

It’s a popular technique for feature films and games (think film studios like Pixar and modern Disney animations or game studios like Ubisoft and EA Games). Image: Disney) Once the movements are refined, the frames are passed to a lighting or FX artist to render and add effects for the final output. (To

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Nvidia

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The rendering pipeline of Justice is built on physically based rendering (PBR). In the past, rasterized rendering of direct illumination, indirect illumination, reflection, and shadow were done with separated passes, which could not ensure accuracy. Why is physically accurate lighting important for the games you develop?

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Game Designing

JULY 30, 2023

Today, the most successful films and series leverage special effects to engage audiences and enhance their entertainment quotient. Practical Special Effects Practical special effects have been the original film techniques for creating entertaining visuals. Some of SF Film School’s students have won awards even before they graduated.

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 1, 2022

With a love of sci-fi and fantasy, he decided to pursue a career in the film and game industry where he could explore these realms. Once the client (Eric) was happy with this, we moved ahead to the final render after gathering appropriate reference and anything else we would need to complete the piece. What new skills did you acquire?

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Nvidia

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Back then, cinematic-quality rendering required computer farms to slowly bake every frame. Back then, cinematic-quality rendering required computer farms to slowly bake every frame overnight—a painstaking process. Path tracing and ray tracing are both rendering techniques, but they have key differences.

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iXie gaming

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

It has come a long way since its release, and its applications have gone beyond game development to reach other areas like architectural visualizations, film, television content creation, broadcasting, and more. For instance, it has advanced rendering capabilities for the industry.

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Game Designing

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Usually, Japanese anime films and video games feature this distinct look. Cel shading can be described as a technique that gives any 3D or 2D rendering a cartoonish or hand-drawn effect. Animation enthusiasts applaud this film for making cel shading a thing among Western creators as well. Some also refer to it as toon shading.

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AWS Games

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Epic’s Unreal Fellowship offers in-depth training and funding for film, animation, and VFX professionals to use Unreal Engine for real-time media production. Virtual Production and the Rise of the Microstudio on Unreal Engine and AWS.

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Understanding VFX Breakdown in Film Visual effects breakdowns critically dissect complex digital artistry in modern filmmaking, revealing the intricate layers that transform raw footage into cinematic magic. The film's portrayal of the android Ava used understated VFX to raise questions about consciousness and humanity.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 6, 2023

Finally, after the color sketch is approved, I prepare the final illustration, taking special care of the rendering brushwork. Taught by pros with industry experience working in film, games, and publishing, you'll gain competence in the practical skills and techniques that global studios are looking for.

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Game Designing

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Visual effects (VFX) compositors are in high demand in many industries such as film-making, gaming, and animation. Compositors are responsible for creating the final render of a shot, frame, or visual effects sequence. Conclusion VFX compositors add to the realism of special effects in videos, films, and games.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 11, 2023

When he's not creating digital characters for video games like Apex Legends and Back 4 Blood , he runs a popular YouTube channel where he helps artists pursue their interests in digital art, including 3D character art , ZBrush sculpting, 3D modeling , game art , and rendering. The importance of practicing your 3D art.

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AWS Games

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Animation has boomed in recent years and it’s now present in nearly every film or television show. Additionally, AWS provides access to powerful GPUs, which are necessary for rendering high-quality animations. If you need, you can also launch a rendering from Flaneer’s workstation.

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The current pack of ML-powered tools includes: Foundry's CopyCat for custom model training Depth mapping for 3D scene representation Neural networks for texture generation Real-time denoising solutions Real-time Rendering Capabilities Real-time rendering has taken a giant leap forward through GPU acceleration and AI optimization.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 4, 2024

Transform your passion for concept art and digital illustration into a thriving career and join graduates like Sai in the film and games industry! featured] What I'm doing now since graduating CG Spectrum helped me build a good portfolio for my job search. Want to learn concept art from an award-winning artist like Tyler?

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iXie gaming

JULY 23, 2023

Unity is becoming increasingly popular in a variety of fields, including the film industry, architecture, healthcare, and the military. Advanced Graphics and Rendering The visuals and visual effects that may be achieved using Unity are considered to be among the best in the industry.

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Game Designing

APRIL 21, 2022

Here’s another example of full CGI film development using Unity and the Unity Camera and Cinemachine: Check out the video here on YouTube as well. Yes, in the past, Unity has come up a little short when it came to interior renderings. Now, though, with Cinemachine, these interior renderings are beginning to look absolutely stunning.

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CG Spectrum

AUGUST 5, 2024

Interior Visualization by Gizem using 3ds Max and Corona Renderer, a project she completed during her studies at CG Spectrum. Have you also found your former film and games experience useful in your day-to-day tasks? Close-up of Gizem's 3D rendered interior.

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