Adobe has officially released Photoshop 26.0, introducing a range of new AI-driven tools designed to streamline creative workflows. Central to this update are two major generative AI features, which have now moved out of beta: Firefly-based Generative AI and the Generative Background tool. The Generate Background feature automatically detects and replaces image backgrounds, with users…
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….
Adobe just revealed an exciting glimpse of its new Firefly AI video mode, set to hit Premiere Pro in beta later this year. In a recent blog post, the company mentioned that they’ve been working closely “with the video editing community” to refine the model, incorporating feedback from users to push its capabilities further. Since…
Why VFX is so expensive? Visual effects is a very competitive market worldwide. The volume of work being produced today would have been unimaginable 20 years ago.
When you step into a VFX studio, the lack of diversity is almost as glaring as that Tech error in the background (you know, the one nobody caught). For women in particular, the industry can feel like a never-ending uphill climb, especially when you throw in the typical VFX challenges like insane overtime, impossible deadlines,…
VEGAS Fest 2024, a key event celebrating the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) industry, kicked off at the iconic Kalaivanar Arangam in Triplicane. The event brought together students, delegates, and industry experts for a packed schedule of over 20 knowledge sessions, 10 panels, and six hands-on workshops, featuring more than 60 speakers who…
ComfyUI has rolled out support for Nvidia Cosmos, introducing groundbreaking tools for AI video generation. This update includes the Cosmos 7B model, optimized for high efficiency on GPUs with 24GB VRAM and even functional on 12GB GPUs, albeit with slower render times. By lowering hardware demands, the integration promises broader access to advanced AI video…
The Hollywood Professional Association- HPA Awards Committee has revealed the nominees for the creative categories of the 2024 HPA Awards, honoring outstanding contributions to entertainment content. ILM Receives Seven Nominations Across Three Category. Dune 2 aind Inside out 2 leads in Feature films Nominations. Celebrating its 19th year, the HPA Awards continue to recognize excellence…
Inspired by Robert Greene’s timeless The 48 Laws of Power, we’ve distilled the essence of navigating the VFX industry into The 48 Laws of VFX. This guide isn’t about manipulation or office politics—it’s about understanding the unspoken codes of the craft, the workflows, and the psychology of working in a fast-paced, creatively demanding environment. Ready…
Universal Scene Description (USD) is a powerful framework for the interchange of 3D computer graphics data. Originally developed by Pixar, USD was designed to handle complex, heavy scenes seamlessly across multiple digital content creation (DCC) tools. A .usd file is more than just a container for geometry (like .usdc files). It encapsulates a wide range…