What is the actual role of a university in preparing artists for the VFX industry? Today, we are diving into the reality of VFX and Animation education with Oleg Fryazinov, Associate Professor at Bournemouth University and BFX Festival Director. We tackle the "distorted reality" many students face when they enter school expecting to immediately work for Pixar or Marvel and how institutions need to adapt. If you are trying to figure out your next educational step, this is a mu

Pixomondo is officially being closed by its parent company, Sony Pictures Entertainment. While this might not be a huge surprise given the current wave of industry-wide cost reductions and studio consolidations, it is still a heavy blow to the artists and the VFX community. In this video, we break down the business reasons behind why Pixomondo is shutting its doors and most importantly, what this ongoing trend means for your future and career in Visual Effects. Join our stre

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

Our industry isn't straightforward. Often, there are no clear educational or professional paths to follow. We have to make tough decisions and find our way into the roles and studios we want. This is an incredible challenge for anyone who is just beginning to grasp the depth of an entire industry. At the same time, we are influenced and supported by the people in our lives. This can be parents, friends, colleagues or even a kind stranger who mentors us, either directly or ind

Can a Visual Effects studio survive only on film work? " Absolutely not!" Scott Ross is an important part of the history of Visual Effects. He was manager at ILM, Senior VP at Lucasfilm, Chairman & CEO of Digital Domain and one of the Founding Members of Visual Effects Society. He summarized his experiences and a part of the industry's history in his book “Upstart”. In our episode we trace a line from the cloistered halls of ILM and Lucasfilm through the founding of Digi

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In this episode, MadlookzVFX talks with me about my journey as a technical director as we share insights into my career in visual...