Houdini FLIP Masterclass by Ed Ferrysienanda

Ready to create jaw-dropping water effects that look like they came straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster? This Houdini FLIP Masterclass dives deep into the FLIP solver, teaching you everything from the core theories to full-blown production workflows. You’ll go from understanding the basics to building complex scenes like a village flood FX, all guided by an industry veteran.

🎯 What you’ll learn

• Master the FLIP solver and its underlying fluid simulation theories.
• Create a variety of realistic water effects, including fire hydrants, beach setups, boat wakes, and creature splashes.
• Implement best practices and production-ready workflows for high-end VFX.
• Develop skills in meshing, optimization, and post-processing for fluid simulations.
• Build a portfolio-ready scene, such as a village flood FX.

✅ Requirements

• Skills: Familiarity with Houdini interface and basic 3D concepts.
• Tools: Houdini (version 19.5 or later recommended).
• Hardware: A capable workstation for running complex simulations.

📝 Description

This course is a deep dive into creating high-end water effects using Houdini’s FLIP solver. It was originally designed as an 8-week guided program, offering comprehensive modules, practical homework assignments, and example files. You’ll explore various simulation types, from simple splashes to complex scenes like a village flood. While the course was created on Houdini 19.5, the fundamental principles and workflows taught remain highly relevant for current versions. The content focuses on practical application and production-ready techniques, ensuring you can tackle demanding VFX projects.

🧑‍🎓 Who this course is for

• VFX artists looking to specialize in fluid simulations.
• Houdini users wanting to master the FLIP solver for realistic water effects.
• Students and professionals aiming to build a strong portfolio with advanced fluid FX.
• Anyone interested in the technical and artistic aspects of creating water for film, TV, and games.

🧑‍🏫 About the Author

Ed Ferrysienanda is an FX Supervisor at Framestore, with over 12 years of experience delivering visual effects for more than 20 movies and TV series. His extensive background provides a deep understanding of VFX development, efficient production pipelines, and collaborative processes necessary for achieving top-tier visual quality. This course leverages his practical, real-world expertise.

🏁 Final Result

• A completed portfolio piece showcasing a complex village flood FX scene, demonstrating mastery of Houdini’s FLIP solver and production-level water simulation techniques.