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Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs: Most Read Posts

Silverdraft - MobileViz First Look

By Brian Pohl | Monday, April 25, 2011 at 9:48 am | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Previs Technology | Site Categories: 3D, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, Technology, Visual Effects

Imagine combining the power of a 1728 core supercomputer with the mobility of an 18 wheeler. No, its not Optimus Prime, but we're definitely one step closer with MobileViz, Silverdraft's first mobile supercomputer on wheels. This 18 wheeler goes all out to become an evolutionary step in virtual film production.

Previs Goodies at NAB 2011

By Brian Pohl | Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 12:29 pm | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Previs Technology | Site Categories: 2D, 3D, Broadcast Design, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, Places, Technology, Television, Visual Effects

I'll admit. I love going to trade shows. With this day of internet accessibility, many think the idea of the big conference is sort of a dinosaur. I disagree. What better opportunity do you have to actually get some hands on exposure to various products, tools and people that the point-click mentality of the internet just can't provide?Desiring to get my techo lust fix, I packed up the car and decided to go on a little road trip to Vegas. My final destination was NAB.

The Call for Cinematography

By Brian Pohl | Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 1:35 pm | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Editorial Comment | Site Categories: 3D, CG, Films

After an important gathering of cinematographers at the International Cinematography Summit Conference, a number of luminaries met with previs professionals to discuss the impact of new technologies on cinematography. The result was rather educational, but it was apparent that more work has to be done.

Previs: Love it or leave it...it's here to stay

By Brian Pohl | Monday, April 4, 2011 at 2:31 pm | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Previs Education | Site Categories: CG, Education and Training, Films, Technology

What is it about previsualization that seems to elicit either a dyed in the wool religious response or a near rabid hatred of the technique? Whether previs is being used to technically plan options for the VFX supervisor, act as a budgeting tool for the producer or serve as an exploration process for the director, many have stated previs either dramatically enhanced their film or down right crippled their production. In this entry, we'll take a look at what a true anti-previs advocate has to say on the subject.

Examining the VES Open Letter

By Brian Pohl | Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 6:19 pm | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Editorial Comment | Site Categories: 3D, Business, CG, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Places, Visual Effects

Recently, the Executive Director of the VES delivered an open letter to the VFX community describing what he believes are a number of issues currently facing the VFX industry. The letter was passionate, but is his approach to the issue of globalization potentially damaging?

Upgrading your Previs Workstation

By Brian Pohl | Monday, May 23, 2011 at 1:26 pm | Blog: Idea Pioneers - The Practice of Previs

Posted In | Blog Categories: Previs Technology | Site Categories: 3D, CG, Technology

Every so many years, a previs artist has to evaluate the equipment he’s working on. Moore’s law and the computer industry will pretty much ensure that your hardware will rapidly become obsolete. In mere months, the powerful workstation you were so proud of when you first put your rig together now looks long in the tooth and woefully underpowered.

What should a previs artist be concerned about when considering his/her next rig? Join me as I take a quick look some general guidelines previs artists should consider when upgrading their hardware.