Render / Generate (250 Tutorials)
In Depth: What in the Heck is Bokeh?
July 18, 2019
Bokeh is a type of defocus or lens blur where the blur takes on the shape of the lens diaphram. We explain how to pronounce the word, how it is created, and show lots of cool examples. Also, a few plug-ins to create a bokeh in post-production.
Changing Day to Night with Sapphire and Mocha
May 31, 2019
Nick Harauz and Ian Robinson show Premiere Pro and After Effects artists how Sapphire and Mocha can accomplish advanced sky replacement.
Pixar RenderMan 5-Part Tutorial Series
March 12, 2019
Visual effects artist Rusty Hazelden has released an in-depth 5 part RenderMan tutorial series on YouTube. The Art of RenderMan Volume 1 provides an introduction to Pixar’s RenderMan for Maya.
e-on Software Tips & Tricks – Metacloud Creation, PBR Materials & More
February 26, 2019
Get your e-on Software skills up to speed with these 3 tutorials from Barry Marshall, covering metacloud creation, how to create a metacloud from an imported mesh, and how to set up PBR materials in VUE.
Burning Question: Greeble… What is it and how to make your own.
January 30, 2019
A greeble is really all about faking out your audience! It’s the small details that make something appear to be more complex than it actually is.
Next Limit Realflow | 3ds Max Getting Started Tutorial Compilation
January 22, 2019
We’ve compiled several tutorials to help you get up and running with Realflow | 3ds Max. Covered topics include setting up a basic scene, working with different solvers, working with 2 or more fluids, and more.
In Depth: Gunfire and Muzzle Flash (Updated 18 January 2019)
January 18, 2019
If you’re planning on making an epic action film like Max Max: Fury Road or Rambo, you’re going to need lots of fire power. Here is a rundown on how to add spectacular muzzle flash and gunshot effects to your films in your host of choice. I’ve also included info on 3D models of weapons and some sound effects.
Red Giant Trapcode Form 4: New Features Tutorial
January 2, 2019
Trapcode Form 4 came out at the end of October. In case you haven’t upgraded and want to know more, here is a walk through of all the new features including the new Dynamic Fluids physics engine, Designer and more.
Cinema 4D: Use Kitbash 3D Models to Build a Space Colony in Octane
December 21, 2018
In this Cinema 4D Octane tutorial, you’ll learn how to texture, assemble, light, and integrate Kitbash3D space colony buildings into a Mars environment.
Create Blade Runner Inspired Fog with Redshift for Cinema 4D
December 11, 2018
Chad Ashley of Greyscalegorilla introduces an excerpt from the new Greyscalegorilla training about creating fog using Redshift for Cinema 4D.
Sapphire Luna – Create a Photorealistic Moon Rendering
October 16, 2018
All manner of nightmarish creatures lurk under the light of the moon. But how do you add the moon to your creature feature scene? Watch this in-depth tutorial from John Dickinson of Motionworks.net, and learn how to use Luna in Sapphire to create a photo-realistic moon, in any phase you need.
After Effects: Stardust Physics Tutorial
September 5, 2018
Learn how to use physical particles inside the Superluminal Stardust plugin for After Effects.
Burning Question: Is it Possible to Make Atmospheric Effects in Cinema 4D?
August 21, 2018
Of course, it is! Whether you want to make clouds, fog, smoke, or other atmospheric effects, there are many elements to it…. particle effects, lighting, rendering, and more. Here are some tutorials to get you acquainted with some of the techniques.
Tutorials: Video Copilot Tutorial Compilation
July 24, 2018
Andrew Kramer has created several fun and educational After Effects tutorials over the past year or so. We’ve compiled our favorites here for your learning enjoyment.
Futuristic-Holo-Crystal Effect In Cinema 4D with Redshift
July 24, 2018
Yes, Futuristic-Holo-Crystal Effect! BLUE FOX Creation shows you how to use Voronoi fracture and a few effectors to create this cool looking crystal effect. They use Redshift to render but you can use whatever you have in your workflow.