Houdini for the first time, photorealistic high-end VFX (Japanese, Eng sub)

If you’re concerned that Houdini might be too challenging to use, I encourage you to give it a try. While Houdini is renowned for its complexity, given its incorporation of theoretical and academic elements such as mathematics and physics, our curriculum is designed to be beginner-friendly. Initially, you’ll learn to navigate Houdini using only its basic functions and understand the workflow necessary to replicate high-quality effects akin to those seen in movies.

Subsequently, we’ll delve into the production of four common types of effects frequently demanded in VFX studios, aiming to equip you with industry-standard skills highly applicable in the field. This course particularly emphasizes completing video works, including techniques for lighting and shading to enhance the effects you create, along with compositing techniques to elevate overall quality. Even if you’re new to Houdini, we’ll introduce some tips and tricks that will empower you to produce visually striking effects.

Discover the secrets behind crafting convincing high-end FX, a skillset unique to Hamaro, who boasts extensive experience in the VFX industry.

How to Create Convincing Effects: Merely moving effects procedurally or applying simulations won’t necessarily make them convincing. Our course focuses on adjusting movement and scale perception to create effects that appear realistic and immersive.

Tips for Creating Attention-Grabbing Work During Job Hunting: Given the high turnover in VFX studios, employers sift through numerous demo reels. We’ll teach you how to curate your work and compose your demo reel to stand out and secure job opportunities.

Includes Example HIP Files: Houdini’s files are structured to record data processing steps, allowing you to follow the lecture content closely with the provided HIP files, facilitating efficient studying. Additionally, we’ve included videos demonstrating the creation process of example problems, guiding you through an easy-to-understand approach for updating your work.