VFX limb removals – need good examples

Hi all.
Im helping on a pitch where we need to have an actor lose a leg, and spend quite a lot of the show with the lower half of his leg missing. I know most of this will just be paint-out shots, but it would be good to see examples of how other vfx companies have tackled this.
This is a good example:
http://engineroomhollywood.com/news/soul-surfer/

I vaguely recall seeing a behind the scenes for a war film where and actor lost his lower leg and they did things like cut holes in the side of a boat that he had to swing his leg stump over, allowing the supposedly missing part of his real leg to move freely through the gap, then painted the boat back in. Its those mind of subtle considerations that will allow the best acting performance that Im trying to
find.

Thanks

First Tutorial

Hey guys, just added my first tutorial for Houdini to my website. I am writing them as I am learning the package, so they will be a journey with me as I learn the systems. I am hoping that people who are just learning will be able to follow along with them and follow them easily. Take a look and let me know what you think. The link to my site is in my signature.

getting flickers in my walkthorug scenes

Dear all,

am getting flickers in my walk through scenes. am using 3d max vray settings. i have added vray trees..

please help me..

raghu n

Radical Friend

Two of my favourite artists who spoke at F5 this year were Radical Friend a collaborative directing duo consisting of of LA based directors Kirby Mcclure and Julia Grigorian. Their video for Yeasayer’s Ambling Alp is a NSFW post trippy classic and their interactive work is constantly pushing what can be done with current technology. […]

Riding my Donkey – Music Vid

I had to result to After Effects to get this guy to ride his donkey, lol, video that involves a lot of cheezy effects and an even cheezier rapper. They was happy with my effects work. lets hear some feedback
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sf39RPmnTTU

Music Video Reel

Creative Director (Full Time – SF Bay Area)

Picturelab is seeking a Creative Director. This is a full-time position located in Mountain View, CA.

Position Description:

At Picturelab, a Creative Director is a team leader who is passionate about great design, animation, and the tech sector. He or she is responsible for developing a creative approach to animation and visual effects projects and leading a team in the execution of those projects. He or she displays strong artistic aptitude with an exceptional sense of design and a clear interest in motion graphics and related technology. He or she delivers quality results under high pressure deadlines, and attention to detail combined with a strong working knowledge of design-related applications is essential.


Responsibilities:

Writing and designing scripts and concepts that align with and enhance a client’s stated objectives
Translating clients’ needs into designs that are visually appealing and meets their goals and requirements.
Designing mood boards, storyboards, and animation concepts
Designing and producing art and animation that meets or exceeds objectives
Providing quality assurance on creative deliverables
Building and maintaining rapport with team personnel and project managers
Engaging in ongoing technical teaching and learning with our creative team


Requirements:

A minimum of 4 years education or 5 years motion design or creative direction work experience
Ability to articulate creative ideas
Great communicator and writer

Aptitude for quick creative thinking and attention to detail

Passion for design and eagerness to collaborate
Advance knowledge of After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Cinema 4D
Moderate knowledge of FCP and Mac OS
Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work well with others and as the leader of a team
Passion for new technologies in the web/tech sector

Picturelab is the design, direction, and animation arm of Transvideo Studios LLC. We’re a team of artists, directors, and producers, and every team member has the opportunity to make a big impact. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about his or her work and plays well with others (especially us).

Please e-mail your resume, a link to your demo reel and minimum hourly pay requirement to jobs@picturelab.tv. In the Subject line, please include “Creative” followed by your initials. Sample: Creative AB

Wierd colour contamination on edges

Hey guys, As part of my Uni project i am rendering out from Houdini and have just brought in the image sequence into Nuke and noticed some odd colouring happening around some of the edges. If you could take a look at the attached imaged and if you think of anything i can use within Nuke to remove this id be very thankful

Ideally i don’t want to re render as it took me a while…

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Stereo Hardware for Nuke

Hi, I´m looking to buy a stereo system for work in nuke. Maybe somebody can help me with some recommendations.
For start I have this links, one for quadro graphics cards and one for monitors. (I have the computer, only looking for Monitor/3DGlasses/VideoCard).

quadro
http://www.nvidia.com/object/quadro_…cs_boards.html
monitors
http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-visi…uirements.html
glasses
http://store.nvidia.com/DRHM/store?A…tID=227658600#

one last question, Its ok for work the 3D Vision Wireless Glasses Kit? Or I need the Vision Pro version?

thanks a lot.
Max

3d match moving

hello friends, i m new to match moving. please tell me how to attach a model to boujou taking data in maya. please help me.