“The Software Has Crashed. Do You Want to Share Additional Information With the Developer?” Ever seen that message pop up and thought, “Should I? Shouldn’t I?” Relax—it’s just your device asking if it can “phone home.” But wait, what does that even mean? What Is ‘Phoning Home’ Anyway?Before we dive in, let’s rewind to where…
Framestore isn’t new to Rowling’s world. These VFX wizards were behind the iconic visuals in all eight Harry Potter films. Remember Buckbeak’s majestic flight in The Prisoner of Azkaban? That took 90 artists 15 months to perfect over 80 shots. And let’s not forget Dobby, the House Elf who won hearts (and maybe made us…
Moonraker VFX has teamed up with Netflix and Wild Space Productions to bring the invisible forces of ocean currents to life in the docuseries Our Oceans, narrated by none other than Barack Obama. This visually stunning series dives into the science behind our interconnected oceans, revealing how they shape life across the planet. Oceans, with…
Fxguide, in collaboration with NVIDIA, has launched a groundbreaking resource titled Generative AI in Media and Entertainment: A New Creative Era. Authored by Mike Seymour, the guide explores the profound impact of generative AI on the media and entertainment industries, offering actionable insights, ethical considerations, and a forward-looking roadmap. The guide includes expert contributions from…
Nikki have just dropped something game-changing for animators: Cascadeur Mobile, a mobile version of their powerful AI-powered animation software, now available for iOS devices—yes, specifically for iPhones and iPads. With Cascadeur Mobile, you can now create animations anywhere, anytime, using an impressive set of character animation tools designed for on-the-go creativity. To get started, simply…
VFX producers juggle a lot—bid packs, turnover dates, constantly shifting schedules, temp deliveries, full awards, partial awards… and that’s before you even consider crew availability across multiple departments. It’s chaos. But now, instead of frantically plugging numbers into spreadsheets and praying you didn’t miss a formula, you can visually map out all those moving parts…
VFX Assets just dropped their 2D Cloud Textures Pack—a free collection of 125 cloud textures for all your compositing dreams (or last-minute deadlines). And yes, you read that right: free. The pack comes in JPEG format with clouds set against black backgrounds, making them perfect for motion graphics, animation, or VFX projects where you need…
One of the actually cool things about the VFX industry is that some studios are entering the share market. Why? Because now, a regular VFX artist can sneak a peek behind the curtain and see how these studios really work. Just hop over to the company’s website, click on the investor center (yes, that button…
Foundry has announced a major update to its Mari texturing software, introducing new tools and workflows designed to enhance efficiency for both 2D and 3D artists. The Mari 7.1 release brings significant upgrades, including a 2D Painting Mode, an expanded Smart Mask system, a versatile Switch Node, and Paint Node Creation Presets, offering a more…
Marvel brought the heat to last weekend’s D23 Brazil event, unveiling a thrilling new trailer for Captain America: Brave New World. Anthony Mackie and Danny Ramirez hyped up the crowd in person, giving fans an epic welcome before the big reveal. This next chapter sees Mackie’s Sam Wilson officially wielding the shield as Captain America….
