Have you been wondering where we're heading in the world of visual effects? Will AI agents replace artists and pipeline tool developers? The demand for technical roles in visual effects, animation and games is growing. Let us explore why Technical Artist and Technical Director are strong career paths, why Python is a key skill and how AI supports these roles instead of replacing them. Join us on Thursday at 1 PM UTC:

We're back to discussing the important yet often overlooked UI design of pipeline applications. In UI Design 1, we discussed why pipeline tools are often unappealing and difficult to understand. This time, we will critique UIs in visual effects, animation and games. We'll examine the Qt Designer and explore layouts and practical tips to simplify the process of building better interfaces. • Prism Pipeline UI • UI examples • Qt Designer vs Coding UI design is a widely overlook

Python is essential to create tools that automate workflows and boost efficiency. Python can help you work on big-budget films, impress your team, and earn you the recognition you deserve. It's a key ingredient for technical roles like Technical Artist, Technical Director and Software Developer. Our next Python for Visual Effects cohort starting on Monday June 29th 2026. In our upcoming July 2026 cohort, I'm teaching you how to use Python to automate your VFX workflows

Claude AI just released an official Model Context Protocol (MCP) connector for Blender. Is this a genuine time-saver for Technical Directors or another AI gimmick? Let's do a first impression together! In this stream, we’re doing a raw, first-look test. I’ll show you a simple install using the uv package manager (no complex terminal gymnastics required) and then we’ll put Claude to the test with real-world scene manipulation, lighting setups and Python scripting. What we’

Which VFX software actually has the best Python API? On this stream, we’re doing a side-by-side code comparison of Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Houdini, and Nuke. We’ll test them on essential TD tasks like creating nodes, setting attributes and navigating documentation to see which API is truly "Pythonic" and which feels stuck in the past. Finally, we’ll rate each software from 1 to 5 stars and discuss the future of unifying Python standards across the VFX industry. Watch the full

In the fast-paced world of visual effects and motion graphics, speed and efficiency are paramount. One tool that can significantly...