FANTASY FX IN HOUDINI​

CREATE HIGH-END FANTASY FX INSIDE HOUDINI.​

In this course, you'll learn how create stunning fantasy FX work utilizing the latest techniques inside Houdini

FANTASY FX IN HOUDINI​

CREATE HIGH-END FANTASY FX INSIDE HOUDINI.​

In this course, you'll learn how create stunning fantasy FX work utilizing the latest techniques inside Houdini

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FEB 9​

START DATE

25+ HOURS​

TRAINING

8-WEEKS​

DURATION



CERTIFIED




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Want to see what Fantasy FX in Houdini is all about? Check out the course trailer to see what you'll learn in this exciting VFX course.

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SKILL LEVEL

INTERMEDIATE

SOFTWARE

HOUDINI

LOCATION

100% ONLINE

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR​

GUY TOURGEMAN

VFX ARTIST

AWARD-WINNING FXTD​

Guy Tourgeman has been an influential figure in the CG industry for over a decade. His journey began as a 3D generalist, where he honed his skills in disciplines such as modeling, lighting, and rigging. The turning point in his career came when he discovered the power of Houdini, which sparked his love for visual effects. Combining his passion for both science and art, Guy found his niche in the world of Fantasy FX.












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COURSE BREAKDOWN​

Creating compelling and realistic Fantasy FX requires an understanding of how to tackle projects from a procedural perspective. It often takes FX artists years to discover the secrets to approaching intricate FX projects. But in this course, you'll be leapfrogging ahead in your understanding of Houdini workflows, guided by industry expert Guy Tourgeman.

In this advanced-level course, Guy Tourgeman will serve as your mentor, leading you through the planning, development, and creation of film-quality Fantasy FX projects.

The course begins by teaching you how to approach VFX problems and think in a logical, step-by-step manner. In the first module, we'll delve into advanced concepts like Environment Creation, Fire Simulations, and Rendering in Nuke. Guy will provide an in-depth examination of Shield Creation and Magic Energy Effects, crucial elements in the creation of fantastical scenes.

As the course progresses, we'll prepare and analyze additional scenes, giving you the opportunity to practice these techniques for yourself and build an impressive demo reel. This is your golden opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional in the field, and elevate your Fantasy FX skills to new heights.

WEEK 1: ENVIRONMENT AND FIRE​

Our adventure begins with the foundations of fantasy FX. This week, we will dive into environment creation and setup for fire simulations. Guy will guide you through the process, sharing professional techniques that will bring your fantasy worlds to life.

WEEK 2: RENDERING + COMPOSITING​

Moving on to the next stage, we will focus on rendering out all the different elements and compositing them together in Nuke. This week is all about polishing your creations and preparing them for the final presentation.

WEEK 3: SHIELD + MAGIC ENERGY FX​

In week three, you'll get hands-on experience with creating magical effects. From creating a protective shield to crafting a stunning magic energy effect, you'll learn to weave magic into your creations.

WEEK 4: COMPOSITING MAGIC​

This week, we will render all the elements we need for the shield and magic effects and composite the shot in Nuke. This process will bring your magic effects to life, adding a whole new layer of depth to your scenes.

WEEK 5: TELEPORTATION + ENERGY​

In week five, we will step into the world of high-energy effects. You'll learn to create an eye-catching teleportation effect and a powerful energy explosion that will give your scenes a sense of dynamism and excitement.

WEEK 6: COMPOSITING FX​

This week, we'll bring together the elements of the teleportation and energy explosion effects, rendering and compositing them for the final scene. You'll see how these elements combine to create a stunning visual spectacle.

WEEK 7: MAGIC MISSILES​

In the seventh week, we'll delve into the creation of magic missile trails, complete with explosions, shockwaves, and sparks upon impact. This lesson will teach you how to create effects that add tension and drama to your scenes.

WEEK 8: FINAL COMPOSITING​

As we reach the end of our journey, we will render out all the different elements and composite them all in Nuke. This week will bring together all the skills you've learned throughout the course, culminating in a spectacular final scene.

STUDENT FEEDBACK​

Rebelway taught me the skills to create a reel and land my first FX job at MPC Vancouver. Since then, I have continued to learn from their great courses & further my career.


BRONIC BEDNAREK
FX ARTIST - MPC



Rebelway helped me learn how to think about the foundations of CG for FX. More importantly, Rebelway fast tracked starting my career in 6 months from ground zero.


Max Moseley
FX ARTIST - BLIZZARD