Module #1 Introduction to Visual Effects and Compositing Overview of the role of visual effects in animation, the compositing process, and the importance of collaboration between animators and VFX artists.
Module #2 Fundamentals of Compositing Understanding the basic principles of compositing, including color correction, layering, and node-based compositing.
Module #3 Software Overview:Nuke, After Effects, and Blender Introduction to the three main software tools used in visual effects and compositing:Nuke, After Effects, and Blender.
Module #4 Compositing Pipeline:From Script to Screen Understanding the entire compositing pipeline, from scriptwriting to final rendering.
Module #5 Footage Preparation and Plate Management Importing and preparing footage, managing plates, and organizing elements for compositing.
Module #6 Tracking and Stabilization Understanding camera tracking, object tracking, and stabilization techniques to create realistic VFX.
Module #7 Node-based Compositing in Nuke Hands-on training in node-based compositing using Nuke, including node creation, connections, and workflow optimization.
Module #8 Layer Blending and Color Correction Techniques for layer blending, color correction, and grading to achieve desired visual effects.
Module #9 Compositing Fundamentals in After Effects Introduction to compositing in After Effects, including layer management, effects, and animation.
Module #10 Keyframe Animation and Dynamics Understanding keyframe animation, velocity, and dynamics in the context of compositing and VFX.
Module #11 Matte Painting and Environments Creating realistic environments and set extensions using matte painting and projection techniques.
Module #12 Rigging and Simulation Introduction to rigging and simulation techniques for realistic character and object interaction.
Module #13 Creature and Character FX Creating realistic creature and character FX, including hair, fur, and cloth simulation.
Module #14 Explosions, Fire, and Water Simulation Techniques for simulating realistic explosions, fire, and water effects using particle systems and fluid dynamics.
Module #15 Compositing for 3D and CG Elements Integrating 3D and CG elements into live-action footage using compositing techniques.
Module #16 Visual Effects for Animation Designing and creating visual effects specifically for animation, including particle effects and dynamics.
Module #17 Lighting and Rendering for Compositing Understanding lighting and rendering principles for compositing, including HDR, EXR, and depth passes.
Module #18 Compositors Toolkit:Scripts and Plug-ins Using scripts and plug-ins to automate tasks, increase productivity, and create custom tools in Nuke and After Effects.
Module #19 Collaboration and Communication Effective communication and collaboration techniques for working with directors, producers, and other artists.
Module #20 Quality Control and Delivery Ensuring high-quality output, reviewing and revising composites, and delivering final assets.
Module #21 Compositing for Broadcast and Film Understanding the specific requirements and considerations for broadcast and film compositing, including resolution, frame rate, and delivery formats.
Module #22 Career Development and Portfolio Building Building a strong portfolio, finding job opportunities, and growing as a VFX artist and compositor.
Module #23 Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies Exploring current trends and emerging technologies in visual effects and compositing, including AI, machine learning, and real-time rendering.
Module #24 Project-Based Learning:Compositing a Scene Hands-on project-based learning, where students will composite a scene using the skills learned throughout the course.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Visual Effects and Compositing for Animators career
