Friday, January 30, 2015

3D Scanning Comes to the Doctor, and the Paleontologist, and the Fashion Runway

#3DScanning is becoming the favored choice for recreating people, props, accessories, etc., and is being used for more than just visual effects projects. Check out this article to see what's new with 3D scanning. Originally posted on Artec Group Inc.'s Facebook page.


 
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Thursday, January 29, 2015

3D Printed Shelby Cobra Marks 50 Years of Classic Car

This fully #3Dprinted #ShelbyCobra that was on display at the North American International Auto Show a couple weeks ago. It only took 6 weeks to design, manufacture and assemble!
Read full article here.


 
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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Out and about

It's always a pleasure seeing old friends, and making new ones! Here's Nick enjoying his time with fellow VES members, Andrew McDonald, Adam Howard and Nancy St. John.



 
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Slight Update On The Last Of Us Movie

Screenwriter/producer, Neil Druckmann gives an update on the film adaptation of Sam Raimi's video game The Last of Us, and confirms it's still moving forward. See full article here.

Click here to read update.


 
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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Why Choose 3D Scanning for VFX Production?

Why would a #VFX Producer choose 3D scanning for their project?

 
 
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Official Trailer: The Fantastic Four

Check out the official trailer for ‪#‎TheFantasticFour‬. This reboot, with visual effects done by MPC and Weta Digital, looks exciting!

View Trailer Here


 
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Monday, January 26, 2015

Canadian Government Announces Financial Support for British Columbia’s Creative Industries

Canadian federal government announced $1.2 million in funding to Creative BC to help build the capacity of British Columbia’s creative industries. See original article here.

 
 
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PGA Award Winners

Nick Tesi looking sharp at the 26th Annual Producers Guild Awards over the weekend.
Click here to see the list of PGA Award winners





 
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Friday, January 23, 2015

Need Mocap Services?

Our #Mocap system in action! If you're in need of Mocap services or want to purchase an affordable Mocap system, give us a call!



 
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Exclusive: When Will We Meet The Characters of The WALKING DEAD Spin-Off?

Did you know a #WalkingDead spin-off was in the making? Learn more about 'Fear the Walking Dead' which may air during the mid-season break. See the article here.


 
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Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Cinefex’s Don Shay says goodbye after 35 years

After 35 years, #Cinefex publisher Don Shay has retired. Take a listen as fxguide talks to him about his time at the magazine in their latest podcast. #VFX Listen to the podcast here.


 
 
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Sports Studio Party

Check out Nick and Bill at the Sports Studio party. If you're in need of sports wardrobe, props, castings or product placement, they're your guys!


 
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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

PlayStation's "Powers" Series To Launch March 10th

PlayStation will be launching its first series titled Powers based on the comic of the same name. It will air on March 10th with the full season being free to members of PlayStation Plus. See original article here.

 
 
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TV Pilots 2015: The Complete Guide

What new episodics will be airing this year? Take a look at The Hollywood Reporters complete guide for 2015's tv pilots. #PilotSeason


 
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Monday, January 19, 2015

The X-Files Could Return To TV

What do you think of The X-Files returning to tv? See Empire's article here.


 
 
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King

 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King today! #MLKDay

 
 
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Friday, January 16, 2015

Bringing The Battle of the Five Armies to the screen

Matt Aitken from Weta Digital said he doesn't think they could have done The Battle of the Five Armies without their proprietary renderer, Manuka which was the full production renderer for the film. #vfx See original article here.


 
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Thursday, January 15, 2015

Where do you get the best visual effects for your budget?

Where do you get the best visual effects for your budget? California is still the world leader in #VFX, but who is following suit? See article here.


 
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The 87th Academy Award Nominations for the 2015 Oscars

Congratulations to all the #Oscar Nominees! Click here to see the nominees. The 87th Academy Awards ceremony will air on February 22nd at 7pm ET.


 
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015

7-YEAR-OLD BOY SURPRISED WITH NEW, 'STAR WARS' PROSTHETIC ARM

E-nable, a network of volunteers that makes 3D-printed prosthetics for kids for free, surprised a 7 year old boy with a new #StarWars prosthetic arm. In their first year they gave away more than 700 arms and hands. See original article here.

 
 
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‘Avatar 2′ Delayed By James Cameron; Now Arriving in 2017

James Cameron delays the release of #Avatar2 for a year. Read original article here.

 
 
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We're Hiring: 3D Modeler & Texture Artist

TNG is hiring! We're looking for a 3D Modeler as well as a Texture Artist familiar with Mari. Any candidate with 5 or more years of experience is a plus! If you're interested or know someone, please contact us at info@tngvisualeffects.com. #3DScanning #VFX


 
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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

We're Hiring!

TNG is hiring! We're looking for a 3D Modeler as well as a Texture Artist familiar with Mari. Any candidate with 5 or more years of experience is a plus! If you're interested or know someone, please contact us at info@tngvisualeffects.com. #3DScanning #VFX


When Is Our 3D Scanning Job Complete?

As you prepare for a #3DScanning session, it's important to coordinate your schedules with the other production crews who are working on the job. This helps avoid interruptions and delays. See our latest blog here.


 
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