Chroma Key :- How to avoid common green screen mistakes
When you are using chroma or a green screen it is possible to create cool visual effects, but it is just as easy to screw up a chroma shoot which...
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Introduction to Three point lighting setup- Key light , Fill light and Back light
Three point lighting is a standard method of lighting a subject in visual media and computer generated imagery. Photographer or a CG Artist illuminates the subject by placing lights at three...
Top 5 tips for convincing 3D lighting and Rendering
There is more to lighting a scene than simply running a simulation of real-world parameters. You strive to achieve certain visual goals so that viewer appreciates the scene. How the...
Top 3D Animation,Graphic design and VFX institutes in India
India has many best animation institutes recognized as centers of excellence to its credit, viz, ARENA MULTIMEDIA, MAYA Academy of Advanced Cinematics, TOONSKOOL Pvt. Ltd, JJ School of Applied Arts...
File structure and naming conventions : How to name a VFX Shot
Files are often misplaced as the assets are passed around different department of studios during post production. This confusion can be prevented by using proper file naming conventions. In this...
10 reasons why you should get Autodesk Certification
Set yourself apart and receive industry recognition for your proven expertise with Autodesk® software. Autodesk® Certification is a validation that you have the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively meet...
Monitor calibration: How to calibrate a monitor
You have created a perfect image with proper colors, contrast and brightness on your computer looked faded , dull and dark on your clients computer after delivery ? Then your...
How to estimate your worth as a freelancer
Just look at your current paycheck and you will figure out your value as an employee in a company. But when it comes to freelancing, valuing your work becomes trickier....
10 tips: How to get a job in animation and vfx industry
Getting a job in CG industry as a fresher can be a challenge. Artists are often confused about what to add in a showreel, how to present your work, how...
Life Of Production Coordinator in a Studio
Production Co-ordinators are the people who reports to producers and Production managers to schedule and decide the daily workings of entire production team. He is the person who ensures that...
5 Killer Tips to Prepare a Great Showreel
A quality visuals and eye candy is a key to a great showreel. You have to impress people with your artwork and then you stand a chance to get hired, no...
10 BEST ADOBE PHOTOSHOP PRACTICES EVERY DESIGNER MUST FOLLOW
Photoshop is a very powerful software which allows user to accomplish same tasks in endless number of ways. It is difficult to understand which technique is best to accomplish a...
10 points you should consider before starting as a freelancer
Freelancing in cg industry is a situation where you work for yourself by accepting assignment from studios or clients. Freelancing can be part time or full time. A full time...
3 things artists can learn from Newton’s Laws of Motion
Sir Isaac Newton , an influential scientist who made us believe that a human mind can achieve impossibilities. In last 40 months I have interacted with great artists in different...
MUST READ FOR THOSE WHO COMPLAIN ABOUT NOT GETTING JOBS IN ANIMATION AND VFX INDUSTRY.
Written by Pete Draper – Co-founder, Division Head & Chief Technical Director – Makuta VFX ,Hyderabad Regarding animation and visual effects training and alleged fraud against such institutes and closure...
Starting Salary of VFX Compositors , Animators and 3D Artists
While starting your career in Animation industry or opting VFX compositor as your profession, it’s always important to know the market value of a Trainee and intern to get the...