Mar 03

Confusing Transform Manipulators?

Posted in: NUKE from The Foundry
Hello,

Noob question. When having a script with tons of transform controls on multiple objects in a 2D setup, the manipulators tend to be very confusing on the screen with all of them looking the same and overlapping over each other etc. If I am not mistaken, double clicking on a transform node doesn’t automatically get it selected in the viewer. There are also no names or labels in the viewer. Is this just the way it’s done? Is there something I am missing to make this simpler? Thanks in advance for any help…

Junx

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Mar 03

fxphd Nuke compositing classes – suggestions needed :)

Posted in: Beginners Talk
Hi everyone!

I’m sorry to be asking about this but I’m planning to sign up for April11 term on fxphd. I’m planning to apply as (entry level / first time) Nuke compositor / stereo compositor after the term, and I’m wondering what could be the best nuke/stereo nuke courses I’ll be taking that you know (or you’ve taken before) that will be worth to take and learn.

I’m planning to sign up for the 5 courses, three courses are already my final choices, they are:

1. Intermediate Nuke
2. Advanced Nuke
3. Intro to Maya 11

I’m still in dilemma for the remaining 2 courses, among to choose are:

1. Nuke and Sterescopic
2. Nuke 2D to 3D Stereo Conversion
3. Nuke Stereoscopic Workshop ( i hope they still have this in April)
4. Roto Techniques for Stereoscopic Conversion ( i hope they still have this in April)

Just a note, i don’t have yet any experiences with compositing and roto in the real industry, and i want to choose the courses well so I’ll get prepared with my reel and to have much confidence the moment i apply to vfx houses.

Thank you in advance for the help and suggestions. I owe you this. Hope to hear from everyone. 😀

Cheers!

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Mar 03

Lexus[cadillac] commercial, What effect are they using?

Posted in: Adobe After Effects
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_b99j…feature=relmfu

at 00:11 seconds you can see this awesome streak they’re using in this commercial, they use it through out the entire commercial.

I dont think its anything like a magic bullet effect or a motion blur on highlights because you can see those streaks break up and change with distance *hard to explain*

anyone know how they’re doing that or what they may be using? really appreciate any info on this as that effect looks amazing.

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Mar 03

F5 SPEAKERS – ROUND 2

Posted in: Eclectic Method, f5, f5 fest, General, Heather Knight, Industry, Jacob Escobedo, Onesize, Radical Friend, round 2, speakers, Students, Tool of North America

Part two of the three-part speaker trilogy!   This second group of artists speak directly to the larger design community in their breadth and approach. It can be narrative live action or cultural live mash-up. Robotics or digital flesh.  Danger Doom or Chiller. They all give exquisite life to an image. And provide us with a new set of specs to see through.

  • Radical Friend: acclaimed experimental//experiential directing duo
  • Onesize: creative studio powerhouse
  • Eclectic Method: audiovisual remix masters with culture on their minds
  • Heather Knight: innovator of robotic entertainment
  • Jacob Escobedo: celebrated network exec-cum-designer behind [adult swim], Cartoon Network, and a whole slew of musical projects
  • Tool of North America: leading the new wave of interactive storytelling
We couldn’t be any happier with the overall line-up so far. The imagination they share — the messages they speak — the moments they design — each speaker is a catalyst for us to create with fearless expression and dedication.

Now, with less than two months left and tickets already flying away, we ask you to come along for the ride. Head over to the site for more information!

 

Posted on Motionographer

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Mar 03

Beside v3

Posted in: art, Design, illustration, Interactive, photography, typography

A refreshing, clean look for my portfolio — BESIDE v3. Get an inside look on my blog.

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Mar 03

TrueLight profiles (?)

Posted in: Digital Intermediary (DI)
Hi guys, i hope this fall within here…

lately i was trying to get into Filmlights Truelight system, but since i am mostly from Compositing dpt., i have no special knowledge of DI. Workin’ on Foundry’s NUKE 6.2 with calibrated monitor (LCD – EIZO CG243W) in controlled enviroment. From time to time i had to work with scanned film DPX seq. but also with digitaly captured source images (RED, HD, …). Nuke has build-in Truelight plugin, but only a few basic profiles provided. So the main question is: "Who is creating truelight profiles, and where can i reach them? Is it Filmlight Ltd. themself or stock makers ? Or do we need DI specialist with Truelight hardware to build custom ones ? I am just wondering what is the right way to use them, and learn some new stuff…

CU-K 😮

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Mar 03

how to set full size format automatically from Read1 node

Posted in: NUKE from The Foundry
as soon i add first read node i suppose it as root size so how to link Read1 dimensions to full size format in Project Settings?
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Mar 03

Senior Matchmover artist

Posted in: The Job Lot
Senior Matchmove artist – contract, London

Skills:
* proficient in 3D Equalizer, Maya, Boujou
* solid knowledge of modeling, and tracking
* in depth understanding of camera moves and filming techniques
* matchmove experience in a feature-film VFX production environment
* a proven minimum 4 years on-set experience
* a team leader, must be able to run a team of matchmovers both in the facility and on location

This role will require you to:
* report to the Head of 3D
* work closely with department heads and VFX supervisors

If you have the relevant skills please apply by 31st March by emailing a covering letter, link to CV, ‘Showreel and ‘Showreel Breakdown’ to vacancies@blue-bolt.com quoting reference: SM001

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Mar 03

Effects Artists Needed

Posted in: The Job Lot
SPIN VFX TORONTO IS RECRUITING FOR A FEATURE FILM

Spin VFX Toronto is currently recruiting seasoned effects artists..

Start date: ASAP

End Date: approx. May 31/11

Software utilized include:

Maya, Realflow

Qualified applicants should have a minimum of 3 years experience in an effects artist or effects TD position on photo real feature projects. Programming knowledge (python / MEL) is considered an asset.

These are contract positions that could lead to full time for the right individual.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume with a link to your online website/portfolio to:

toronto-resume@spinpro.com

Demo reels should include shot breakdowns that indicate exactly what aspects of the shot were your responsibilities. If you are submitting by mail, please send info and DVD to:

Spin VFX Toronto
620 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario Canada
M5V 1M6

www.spinpro.com

Preference will be given to Canadian residents.

Due to the number of anticipated responses, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

No phone calls or drop-ins please.

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Mar 03

help problem using furnace in nukex6.2v2

Posted in: Nuke Plugins & Scripts
Following error I get when I try to use Furnace plugin. How do I solve this problem. Path is looking for Nuke5.1 which I dont have anymore in my system How do I change the path to look into right path.

FLEXlm LICENSE DIAGNOSTICS
—————————
No such feature exists.
Feature: furnace_ofx_i
License path: /Library/Application Support/TheFoundry/FLEXlm//nukex6.2v2.lic:/Applications/Nuke5.1v5/Nuke5.1v5.app/Contents/MacOS/:/Applications/Nuke5.1v3/Nuke5.1v3.app/Contents/MacOS/:/usr/local/foundry/FLEXlm/:
FLEXnet Licensing error:-5,357
For further information, refer to the FLEXnet Licensing End User Guide,
available at "www.macrovision.com".

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