Starting January 1, 2025, VFX expenditure under the AVEC will benefit from a substantial uplift in tax rebates, increasing from 25.5% to 29.25% net after tax. This rebate is exempt from the overall 80% cap on the total budget eligible for UK tax relief. This enhancement allows productions to claim: All VFX activity must be…
The VFX industry is no stranger to generational shifts, but the arrival of Gen Z has introduced new challenges for both the workforce and the studios trying to integrate them. While Gen Z brings fresh perspectives, tech-savvy skills, and a passion for innovation, their struggles within the VFX industry stem from deeper systemic and cultural…
Here’s a list of 50 positive and 2024 Merry Christmas wishes for VFX artists: 🎄 “May your holiday season bring you peace, happiness, and plenty of time to recharge!” ❄️ “May your holiday season be filled with joy, peace, and inspiration!” 🎅 “Wishing you a magical Christmas filled with joy, creativity, and endless inspiration!!” 🌟…
The visual effects (VFX) industry in 2024 feels like the plot of a dystopian sci-fi movie . On one hand, cutting-edge AI and machine learning tools are revolutionizing workflows. On the other hand, studios are downsizing, projects are vanishing, and artists are left wondering if their craft is still valued. Let’s dive into the key…
Let’s face it: the best Christmas gift for a VFX artist right now is probably a stable job. With layoffs, crunch time, and the ever-evolving landscape of the VFX industry, security is at the top of everyone’s wish list. But if you’re looking for something a little more tangible and a lot less existential, here’s…
Tippett Studio, the acclaimed animation and visual effects production company founded by Oscar-winning filmmaker Phil Tippett, has announced the appointment of Christina Wise as Vice President of Business Development. Wise, a seasoned entertainment executive with over 25 years of experience, will report directly to Tippett CEO Gary Mundell. Wise began her career in live entertainment…
28 YEARS LATER PG 2025 Post-apocalyptic , Horror Academy Award-winning director Danny Boyle and Academy Award nominated writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, a terrifying new story set in the world created by 28 Days Later. Written by: Alex Garland Directed by: Danny Boyle Starring: Jodie Comer Aaron Taylor-Johnson Ralph Fiennes Alfie Williams…
Foundry has announced the release of Katana 8.0, Mari 7.1, and the open beta for Nuke 16.0, delivering powerful new features aimed at enhancing workflows for VFX professionals. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new: Katana 8.0: A Game-Changer for USD Workflows Katana 8.0 introduces comprehensive USD roundtripping, allowing seamless integration between Katana and USD-based systems….
Nuke 16 Features Multishot compositing workflow, Roto Performance Improvements, updated Blink Scripts editor new raytraced reflection and refraction option in ScanlineRender2 Faster Quick export and much more Multi shot Compositing Nuke 16.0 introduces a Multi-Shot Compositing Workflow, making it possible to work on multiple shots simultaneously in a single Nuke script. With new tools like…
OpenAI is gearing up to revolutionize video creation with Sora, an AI model capable of generating 1-minute videos from text, text+image, or text+video prompts. The announcement was made by Chad Nelson during the C21Media Keynote in London, where he revealed that the technology would be available “very, very soon.” Sora’s capabilities, as showcased, are groundbreaking….
