SALESMEN BUCK DROPS AND THE CROWD GOES WILD

Two new shorts, “Meet Buck” and “Salesmen Pete,” have emerged from France by a group of extremely talented filmmakers coupled together on the same site.

“Meet Buck,” directed by Denis Bouyer, Yann De Preval, Vincent E Sousa, Laurent Monneron, takes us on an exquisitely designed and perfectly paced piece of storytelling featuring an antler-laden hero in search of some quality time with his girlfriend.  Just when you thought things were cool, enter: her dad, the hunter—and the real fun begins.

“Salesmen Pete” directed by Marc Bouyer, Max Loubaresse, Anthony Vivien, takes us on an equally intense ride as we follow a government enhanced super-agent out to stop thieving bad guys who now control an extraordinary magic stone. This ride is chocked full of fun characters, fast-paced action and spot-on design and animation. You gotta love it.

Be sure to check the Salesmen Buck site, under gallery, to find some cool process work on “Meet Buck,” and also check out this entire blog dedicated to Salesmen Pete and its process.

Meet Buck:

Denis Bouyer

Yann De Preval

Vincent E Sousa
(Rigging reel : vimeo.com/​13957690)

Laurent Monneron

Sound Design: Julien Begault

Music : Yannis Dumoutiers and Mickaël Védrine
yannisdumoutiers.com

Salesmen Pete :

Marc Bouyer

Max Loubaresse

Anthony Vivien

Music: Cyrille Marchesseau
cyrillemarchesseau.com

Sound Design: Mael Vignaux

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Terry Evans.

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The visual effects of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

The visual effects of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

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Head over to fxguide for more coverage of Deathly Hallows: Part 1, including an article on MPC and Cinesite’s work and in-depth podcasts with Framestore and Dneg.

Freelance Stereoscopic Nuke Compositor

Freelance Nuke Compositor needed for stereoscopic title sequence. Need to work in our Santa Monica studio, we provide workstation and software. Must have stereoscopic experience.

Start this Friday the 10th, work through Wednesday the 23rd, need to be available for possible weekend work, as well.

If available, please send contact info, rate, and link to your work. Thanks!

recruitinator@gmail.com

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38th Annual Annie Nominations

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Creating an Alpha with QuickPaint Clone?

Hey Guys, I did a quick search and dont think anyone has asked this yet (sorry if it ends up being a re-post :/) I am doing some wire removal, and need to paint some bits out. I was hoping to use the QuickPaint clone tool, and wanted to make it so that wherever I painted, it created an alpha (so I can mix it back in with grain later on).

In the past, I have always use a common node to create an alpha, however I was hoping to be able to use my paint strokes and keep the detail around the edges.

Any suggestions?

thanks so much!!
Sabrina

NUke python: merge node mask channels

Hi everyone
Im having an issue trying to figure out how to connect the mask input on a merge node to connect to a read node.
any ideas on how to do this in python?

alternately how would I set the alpha channel drop down box for the A input

Tracking Artist: Vancouver, Canada

Prime Focus: Tracking Artist

Our Vancouver studio has an immediate opening for intermediate level tracking artist for a feature film project.

Skills & Responsibilities:

•Converts background plates to various formats to use with specific software to create digital motion files that match the plate photography. This includes animating any live action character or relative object in the scene

•Generate 2D Compositing elements, while maintaining the accuracy of camera perspective.

•Models the set geometry used to create the matchmove and environment for Animators and Technical Directors.

•Does basic composites of the files with the background to judge the move.

•Team acts as a central hub for all shot preparation to ensure continuity and camera accuracy in CG Elements

•Under the direction of the project Supervisors, the Match mover will setup the technical and aesthetic approaches of the matchmove work for a shot, sequence, or even an entire aspect of a show.

Requirements:
•Minimum of three years experience working in a Feature film or commercial environment

•Ability to reproduce exact camera moves within a computer environment.

•Understanding of photography and the effects of different lenses on perspectives.

•Typically has experience as an artist, animator or camera operator.

•Proficient in Boujou, PF track, or Syntheyes

•Must have a willingness to learn new tools, proven ability to be detail-oriented and to work efficiently within a production environment.

•Excellent problem solving skills including the ability to work under tight deadlines.

•Good written and oral communication skills including strong interpersonal skills.

Proficiencies required:3D Studio Max

Qualified candidates, please email your CV and reel to roula.lainas@primefocusworld.com

On the Grid.

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