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You’ll learn how to quickly dissect reference footage into a simple action plan.
I’ll teach you to turn VEX into a second language, so you can achieve any kind of magic with a few simple incantations!
We’ll keep things nimble and neat with modular workflows that keep you iterating fast and producing quality work while you develop your FX.
My secret method to FX dev that will get you “reviewable” results within a day!
Whether you’re art directing explosions or summoning wild, custom magical FX, control is the key! We’ll examine detailed ways of manipulating forces and motion so you can master the elements!
Ever wondered how the spectacular effects in Star Wars, The Avengers, and Harry Potter are created? In this workshop, you'll master the art of reverse engineering these unique and captivating effects.
Get ready to recreate three top-tier effect shots! You'll tackle the Avengers disintegration effect, the explosive bubble bomb from Solo, and a mesmerizing scene from Fantastic Beasts featuring an obscurist attacking a wizard within a protective shield. Learn the insider techniques and tricks used by industry professionals to bring these effects to life using Houdini.
From procedural interior surface generation to dynamic rigging with constraint tricks and creating dynamic shells, you'll gain invaluable skills.
Our workshop isn't just about learning; it's about empowering you to succeed in the film effects industry.
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This masterful magical effect is all about control. We will learn to manipulate particles, volumes and geometry with completely custom VEX code that can help you achieve any look.
In this effect I will show you how to break down a complex, layered effect into simple setups and how to maintain that all important sense of scale and explosive timing this epic shot requires.
One of the most common magical FX but difficult to get right. Together we’ll unpack how to spread decay maps naturally and how to use this to drive an eye-catching disintegration FX that feels weighty and believable.
*We don't own the footage in these clips. We are using them as reference material for the workshop.
Complex shot with multiple elements Water sims and particle sims combined with a big ass Nuke + ocean rendering and some character coth FX. yeah this is a good one.
Directable smoke trails with multiple emitters and three big dust explosions? yes please. ( we will check the environment creation as well )
Just looks awesome and we wanted to re-do it. Complex shot with multiple elements. Become a one man army that can finish a full shot like this from start to finish. People will love you in the studio.
Big night explosion with the realistic overexposure feeling. Fire elements plus rbd destruction on the house.
Big demo scene for the Master Exploder toolkit with pro tips on how to have post sim directable color on you explosions and smoke.
Just a fun nuke with our Explosivo materialX shader. Compositing really made this one sing.
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We are collaborating with Griffin Animation Academy to provide you with the highest quality animation assets online.
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This will be an overgrowing library of animation assets and a good opportunity to collaborate with fellow Animators.
Our students can collaborate with Griffin animation academy students to create breathtaking unique show-reel projects you will not find assets like this anywhere else.
This will imitate a real life studio Scenario where multiple departments collaborate together with a CG supervisor like Corbin overseeing the project.
We're frequently asked, 'How can I make my portfolio unique?' Certainly not by displaying all your FX renders on a plain black background. This library offers unlimited creative freedom to help your FX stand out.
We are collaborating with Griffin Animation Academy to provide you with the highest quality animation assets online.
This will be an overgrowing library of animation assets and a good opportunity to collaborate with fellow Animators.
Our students can collaborate with Griffin animation academy students to create breathtaking unique show-reel projects you will not find assets like this anywhere else.
This will imitate a real life studio Scenario where multiple departments collaborate together with a CG supervisor like Corbin overseeing the project.
We're frequently asked, 'How can I make my portfolio unique?' Certainly not by displaying all your FX renders on a plain black background. This library offers unlimited creative freedom to help your FX stand out.
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Hi everyone, my name is Corbin and while waiting for my Hogwarts letter to arrive (any day now), I decided to become a master of digital magic! For over a decade I have delved into the deepest node networks and scoured the dustiest help files to uncover Houdini’s greatest secrets! I have travelled the globe, studying under the great masters and I have led armies of powerful mages into battle against the foulest of deadlines. And now I have come to share the wisdom of the ancient magics with you.
We are collaborating with Griffin Animation Academy to provide you with the highest quality animation assets online.
This will be an overgrowing library of animation assets and a good opportunity to collaborate with fellow Animators.
Our students can collaborate with Griffin animation academy students to create breathtaking unique show-reel projects you will not find assets like this anywhere else.
This will imitate a real life studio Scenario where multiple departments collaborate together with a CG supervisor like Corbin overseeing the project.
We're frequently asked, 'How can I make my portfolio unique?' Certainly not by displaying all your FX renders on a plain black background. This library offers unlimited creative freedom to help your FX stand out.
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Get personalized guidance from DJA Academy mentors to take your skills to new levels.
Together with your instructor, you can build an entire project, add it to your portfolio, and get hired.
Our instructors lead the workshops/masterclasses with extensive real-world experience & knowledge, and with their passion for teaching.
Regular updates ensure you stay ahead of the curve with the latest features (even years from now).
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VOTE!*We don't own the footage in these clips. We are using them as reference material for the workshop.
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JURI BRYAN
Eddie Chew
Sam Savage
SHELDON SCHWARTZ
Jesse Henning
Hudson Martins
Luca Goury
