JPL, VFX and Space Exploration
Henry Turner delves into how JPL is using visual effects to advance science in the area of space exploration.
The Power of 3D in Biomedical Visualization
Mary Ann Skweres examines the connections between the visual effects industry and medical visualization.
The Digital Eye: The Chemistry Degree
With the production of vfx looking more and more like the principal unit, Jenny Fulle discusses the importance of chemistry in matching people with projects at Sony Pictures Imageworks.
Magic vs. Science: Is it Live or Animation?
Christopher Panzner ponders the future of 3D and visual effects in creating immersive worlds beyond what can be imagined today.
'The Ring Two': Creeped Out with More VFX
Tara DiLullo scares up the secrets behind the creepy effects in The Ring Two.
SpeedGrade DI: The Next Phase in Color Correction
Andy Stout gets the lowdown from users on why Iridas new SpeedGrade DI offers the future direction of how we will do this business.
Houdini 7 Review: Magic Concealed in Special Ops
Anime expert Fred Patten reviews the latest anime releases including Chrono Crusade, Get Backers, Knight Hunters: Eternity, Rave Master and Time Bokan.
'Tekken 5' Review
Mary Ann Skweres sniffs out the 411 on UVPhactorys CG stylings for Pete Misers hip-hop video, Scent of a Robot.
'Inspired 3D Short Film Production': Production Planning — Part 1
In the first of a multi-part series from the Inspired 3D Short Film Production book, Jeremy Cantor & Pepe Valencia begin to help you organize your project with detailed planning.
'Prey Alone': Not Your Typical Irish Short
Andy Stout looks at the impressive greenscreen and other CG work that went into the 15-minute short from Stephen St. Leger and James Mather. Includes QuickTime movie clips!
'Inspired 3D Short Film Production': Case Study 1: 'Virgil and Maurice' — Part 2
In the second of a two-part series from the Inspired 3D Short Film Production book, filmmaker Morgan Kelly continues to explain how he made the short film The Terrible Tragedy of Virgil and Maurice.
A CG Fragrance: 'Scent of a Robot' Music Video
Mary Ann Skweres sniffs out the 411 on UVPhactorys CG stylings for Pete Misers hip-hop video, Scent of a Robot.
'Cursed: 'The Curse of the Werewolf
Henry Turner heads out into the woods to uncover what haunting effects Wes Cravens Cursed beholds.
Oscar Nominees Discuss 'Azkaban', 'I Robot' and 'Spider-Man 2'
Bill Desowitz talks with visual effects supervisors from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, I, Robot and Spider-Man 2 about each others work.
The Digital Eye: VFX — What’s Coming Next?
Peter Plantec pontificates on the future of vfx and where todays hot trends are headed, so plug-in and read on.
'The Polar Express' Diary: Part 3 -- The MoCap/Anim Process
David Schaub breaks down some of the key sequences and creative/technical challenges in the latest installment of his exclusive Polar Express Diary.
Back to Blocking & Tackling for 2005 Super Bowl Spots
Bruce Shutan reports that it was back to basics for the 2005 Super Bowl spots, which continued the trend of seamless vfx.
Going to Hell and Back is a Nuclear Blast in 'Constantine'
Alain Bielik uncovers the demonic inspirations and digital challenges of bringing Hellblazer to the big screen as Constantine.
'Son of The Mask': Channeling Chuck Jones in CGI
Alain Bielik speaks with ILM and Tippett Studio about raising the digital bar when it comes to cartoony CG antics in Son of the Mask.
Honoring Bob Abel: VES Bestows First George Méliés Pioneer Award
Ellen Wolff traces Bob Abels legendary power to do magic on the eve of his posthumous VES honor.
Imagina 2005: On the Pulse of Emerging Technologies
Tulay Tetiker presents an overview of the many companies competing in the growing German visual effects industry.
'The Polar Express' Diary: Part 2 -- Performance Capture & the MoCap/Anim Process
In the second part of our Polar Express production diary, animation supervisor David Schaub chronicles the performance capture and "MoCap/Anim" processes.
Laffey Branches Out with 'X-Games' Spec Spot
Tara DiLullo goes behind the scenes to discover how vfx artist Joe Laffey made the attention-grabbing spec spot, X-Games Skateboard.
'X-Games Skateboard'
Gene Deitch looks at his diverse fan base, which ranges from lovers of Tom Terrific to his work on Weston Woods Studios projects.
Animal Logic Helps Cartoon Network With 3D Rebranding
Animal Logic creates a series of interstitials to complement Cartoon Networks international rebranding effort. Includes QuickTime clips!
