Escape Studios Courses

Advanced VFX Simulations - Houdini Tutorial

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Learn advanced VFX simulations in Houdini, covering procedural modeling, RBD tools, material fracture, and more. Master techniques for creating realistic destruction effects and dynamic visual elements.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Playing With Fire - Pyro SOP Solver, Houdini Tutorial

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Learn top tips for Houdini 18's Pyro SOP solver, covering setup, simulation, shaping, and rendering techniques for creating realistic fire effects in 3D VFX.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Toon Boom Animation Overview - The Global Landscape of 2D Animation

Explore the global 2D animation landscape, industry skills, portfolio advice, and pipeline insights. Gain valuable knowledge about job opportunities and application strategies in this evolving field.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Substance Painter Tutorial - Photorealistic Prop Texturing

Learn advanced Substance Painter techniques for creating photorealistic textures, focusing on PBR materials, surface properties, and artistic principles to achieve physically accurate and visually appealing results.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Substance Painter Tutorial - Demystifying Trim Sheets

Learn to create efficient game environments using trim sheets in Substance Painter. Explore workflows, planning, and techniques for crafting detailed textures and optimizing your 3D asset creation process.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Procedural Modelling - Houdini Tutorial

Explore procedural modelling and digital assets in Houdini for efficient geometry creation in games and VFX pipelines with expert guidance.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Groom Tools - Houdini Tutorial

Explore Houdini's Groom tools for creating realistic hair and fur, covering geometry creation, styling, coloring, and dynamics in this comprehensive tutorial for effects artists.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Real-Time Animation with BlueZoo

Explore real-time animation with BlueZoo's Phil Stewart: industry impact, technology applications, and future prospects in short films, productions, and commercials.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mech Modelling - ZBrush Hard Surface Tutorial

Learn key techniques for hard-surface modelling in ZBrush with VFX tutor Jonathan McFall. Discover fast and creative methods to create 3D mech concepts using primitives, masking, and boolean operations.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Motion Graphics Workflow - Animating Storyboards

Discover efficient techniques for animating storyboards in After Effects, from creating rough animatics to final animations. Learn workflow tips and project management for creative motion graphics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Making the Most of the 12 Basic Principles of Animation for Motion Graphics

Transform simple animations into captivating visuals using the 12 principles of animation. Learn techniques to enhance motion graphics, from keyframing to spatial interpolation, with practical examples and expert tips.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Animate Animals and Creatures Webinar

Explore techniques for animating animals and creatures with industry expert Alex Williams, covering research, reference usage, and character-specific approaches for compelling results.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

UV Tricks in Unreal Engine

Explore UV techniques in Unreal Engine for creating unique effects using math functions and textures. Learn to manipulate UV data for dynamic visuals and animations.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Media Molecule - Making Our Dreams - VFX Festival 2017 Talk

Explore expressive user-generated content and world design with Media Molecule's Art Director, delving into creativity, digital tools, and collaborative innovation in game development.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Rogue One: A Pipeline Story - Modelling and Texturing

Learn Maya and Mari workflows for modeling and texturing in this tutorial, focusing on a Star Wars-inspired project with tips on creating realistic wear and tear effects.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video