Working from an instructor-provided story prompt, students spend 6 weeks learning to execute all stages of a composition’s development, from initial storyboards and prop design through rough sketches and on to final the composition (layout). This is important because, professionally, every developmental stage is used in review processes that determine the future direction of a project. Everything, thumbnails to the final layout, must be clear

Compositing is a vital part of the process in creating visual effects (VFX) for movies, TV, and animated productions. The Compositor combines elements filmed during production with Computer Generated Imagery (CGI) created by other artists to blend them together seamlessly. Compositors also fix problems in the footage that occurred during filming, and find methods to enhance VFX shots to better match the director’s vision. All of the final pieces

In our new course, taught by Katie Morris, you will learn the fundamentals of Silhouette Paint. The course begins with an introduction of the paint interface and an overview of the Paint Tools and Auto Paint. The subsequent five classes focus on two shots, one a facial dot marker removal shot and the other a wire removal and plate reconstruction shot.

In-depth tutorial focusing on my recent artwork ‘Monsoon’. The focus of this tutorial is to single-handedly create a professional looking image that would normally take a team of artists to accomplish. The techniques used, both 2D and 3D are designed to provide us with the best possible result in the shortest amount of time.

The tutorial will show you the production of a VFX scene in Independence Day Resurgence. Not necessarily the same with the movie, but the effect is sure to impress. The tutorial covers a complete production procedure of visual effects using Houdini, including how to look for the right references, importing maps into Houdini correctly, explanation of basics of VFX, making sure that you will have a clear understanding of the Pryo and Ocean

Strengthen your understanding of look development and explore the core differences between real-world materials and CG shaders in this 4.5-hour workshop by Adrien Vallecilla. Building upon the theory shared in Lighting & Look Dev Essentials Vol 1: Lighting Theory, Adrien reveals how to recreate the natural phenomena of real materials using 3D tools to add realism to your scenes with realistic textures and shaders.

There are some absolute essentials you need to know when tackling lighting in CG. This 5-hour workshop by Adrien Vallecilla sheds light on everything you need to be aware of when lighting 3D environments, particularly if you’re looking to become a successful lighter or look-dev artist working in digital production.

3D Render photorealistic CGI in Arnold with your filmed footage! Bring visual effects into the real world using Maya.

If you want to learn how to bring your ideas to life with Photoshop, this is the class you need. Learn to create digital art/photo artwork with this class with digital artist Zenja Gammer.

Compositing Secrets is a complete crash course for the photographer who wants to master shooting, lighting, compositing, and coloring.