Bottleship VFX Taps Thinkbox Software for Digital Destruction
Studio runs Deadline high-volume compute management software on five to 50 render nodes at any given time to render, manage and process files locally and across the cloud.
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MPC Brings the Apocalypse to Newest ‘X-Men’ Installment
Working closely with production VFX supervisor John Dykstra, MPC completes more than 990 shots for 20th Century Fox’s ‘X-Men: Apocalypse,’ including the Cerebro Room, Archangel’s wings, Mystique’s body blades, Nightcrawler’s ‘Bamf,’ and the film’s epic final battle sequence.
In 3D, CG, Films, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe, North America
Deluxe's Method Studios Does Damage Control on ‘Captain America: Civil War’
VFX supervisor Greg Steele walks us through Iron Man, Cap and the Winter Soldier’s final fight in Marvel’s hit action-adventure.
Rising Sun Pictures Extends Mastery Over Time in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’
Visual effects studio tops its award-winning effort in previous X-Men movie with explosive Quicksilver ‘Extraction’ sequence.
Australia’s Plastic Wax Helps Craft VR Game ‘Chronos’
Sydney-based CG studio teams with Gunfire Games to create Virtual Reality role-playing launch title for Oculus Rift using the Unity game engine.
SolidAnim Introduces New Versions of SolidTrack and Mr Méliès at Cinegear 2016
New release of markerless camera tracking and previs/animation solution SolidTrack for real-time visual effects & on-set visualization for broadcast and film now includes rendering game engine Unity.
In 3D, CG, Event, Films, Places, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Colorfront Express Dailies Unleashes More On-Set Power
New software enables production teams to view HDR footage on-set, rather than having to wait until downstream post-production.
Animal Logic to Recruit for ‘The LEGO Movie Sequel’ at Annecy
Award-winning digital animation and visual effects studio will be recruiting talent at Annecy 2016 for ‘The LEGO Movie Sequel’ currently in production in Vancouver.
In 3D, CG, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Places, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: Animated Travels | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: Australia, Europe, North America
Sarofsky Taps Cinema 4D for ‘Captain America: Civil War’ Title Sequence
Design-driven production company creates main-on-end title sequence for Marvel blockbuster using C4D software suite as a central content creation production tool in delivering 3D elements.
Unity Launches Subscription-Based Line at Unite Europe 2016
Cross-platform development tools for creating 2D, 3D, VR and AR games and experiences now available via three new subscription-based packages.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Games, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
SolidAnim Goes Through the Looking Glass in ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Sequel
On-set virtual tracking equipment and visualization software utilized for previsualization and tracking on Disney’s ‘Alice Through the Looking Glass.’
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Places, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
TeamTO Opens Beijing Office
Veteran Chinese film executive Shu Ye to head new production facility joining French CG animation studio’s Paris and Los Angeles locations.
In 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe
Vicon Launches Two New Cameras
Vero and Vue harness Vicon’s industry-leading technology to boost the flexibility of motion capture and offer users even more value.
Domemaster Fusion Macros V2.0 Released
Collection of 68 macros and 30 scripts simplify and streamline the process of creating VR content in the Blackmagic Design Fusion compositing package.
In 3D, CG, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Allegorithmic Integrates Substance Engine into Houdini 15
Free update brings leading 3D material creator to professional VFX artists; fast exportation to the Unity Game Engine.
Framestore Appoints Michael Eames Global Director of Animation
Internationally renowned animator is celebrated for his innovative work on VFX-intensive films including ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban,’ ‘Children of Men,’ ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ and ‘Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens.’
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
VFX Supervisor James Tichenor Joins FuseFX, Vancouver
Emmy-nominated VFX supervisor/producer has previously served stints with Sony Television, MGM Television, Entity FX and Prime Focus.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, People, Places, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Shawn Dunn Joins Original Force as Chief Technology Officer
Former head of research & development for the Motion Group at Weta Digital will be responsible for overseeing the technology foundation of the company across its Los Angeles, Beijing, Nanjing, Shanghai and Chengdu offices.
In 3D, Business, CG, People, Places, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Xsens Adds Mobile, Full Wi-Fi Support to MVN Studio
MVN Studio update supports full mobile device functionality, bringing unprecedented freedom of movement to motion capture.
In 3D, CG, Mobile and Wireless, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Carbon Boosts Chicago Creative Team
VFX supervisor Devon Taylor and lead colorist Maria Carretero join full-service creative studio specializing in visual effects, motion graphics and design.
In Business, Commercials, People, Places, Post-production, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Chris Noellert Joins ArsenalCreative as Head of 2D
Former Carbon VFX creative director/lead flame artist brings two decades of experience working on high-profile commercial campaigns at notable shops including Chimney, Syndicate and Mirada Studios.
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Geraint Hixson Joins Outpost VFX
Former MPC VFX Producer has feature credits including ‘The Martian,’ ‘Suicide Squad’ and ‘X-Men Apocalypse.’
In Business, Commercials, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Assembly Signs VFX-Driven Director Samuel Bennetts
Sydney-born, Los Angeles-based commercial director has worked with brands including VW, McDonalds, Johnson & Johnson, Castrol, EBay, Powerade and Canon.
In Business, Commercials, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
New ‘Star Trek’ Trailer Boldly Goes Beyond
New trailer showcases spectacular visuals created by VFX house Double Negative as well as the close looks at the film’s cast.
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Brickyard VFX Provides Start-to-Finish Creative for New Ghirardelli Campaign
Boutique visual effects and animation studio teams with production company Mercy Brothers and ad agency FCB West to bring a new two-spot Ghirardelli campaign to life.
