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Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Our latest work in progress
Take a look at our 3D model we've been working on. The final full body render will be featured in our April newsletter. Stay tuned!
3D Scanning for Facial Expressions
A couple tips on how to capture great facial expressions.
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Monday, March 30, 2015
Bill AB 1839: The California Film and Television Job Retention and Promotion Act
On July 1, 2015 bill AB 1839: The California Film and Television Job Retention and Promotion Act will take effect.
The bill expands eligibility to: 1. All features of any budget size (minimum budget of $1 million), with qualified expenditures limited to $100 million; 2. New TV shows of at least 40 minutes shown on any platform (minimum episode budget of $1 million); 3. Pilots for a new TV series of at least 40 minutes (minimum budget of $1 million).
See article here.
See full bill AB 1839 here.
The bill expands eligibility to: 1. All features of any budget size (minimum budget of $1 million), with qualified expenditures limited to $100 million; 2. New TV shows of at least 40 minutes shown on any platform (minimum episode budget of $1 million); 3. Pilots for a new TV series of at least 40 minutes (minimum budget of $1 million).
See article here.
See full bill AB 1839 here.
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We're Hiring a Lidar Scan Technician in Los Angeles
If you're a #lidar
scan technician in Los Angeles and interested in working with us, give
us a call at 877-879-2040 or email your resume to
info@tngvisualeffects.com. 5 or more years of experience is a plus.
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Friday, March 27, 2015
The Process Behind 3D Scanning & Processing Data
How is a 3D model created? Take a look at the process behind 3D scanning and how the data is put together to create a stunning digital double.
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Thursday, March 26, 2015
The Cinematic Magic of Making Vikings
Bill Halliday, visual effects producer at Take 5, talks about the amount of visual effects work on the show Vikings.
“In the first episode of Season 3 there were over 100 visual effects, which by television standards is a huge amount...In Episode 8...there are over 300...A feature film runs around 200 visual effects. It’s a stunning scope, and one that—if everyone has done their jobs right—nobody notices."
To read the whole article, click here.
“In the first episode of Season 3 there were over 100 visual effects, which by television standards is a huge amount...In Episode 8...there are over 300...A feature film runs around 200 visual effects. It’s a stunning scope, and one that—if everyone has done their jobs right—nobody notices."
To read the whole article, click here.
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We're Hiring a Lidar Scan Technician in Los Angeles
We're hiring! TNG is looking for a Lidar Scan Technician in Los Angeles. If you're interested or know someone, contact us at 877-879-2040 or info@tngvisualeffects.com.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2015
The Evolution of Motion Capture Technology
Did you know the first motion capture suit was created in 1969? Check out the Evolution of Motion Capture Technology.
See original article here.
See original article here.
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Maggie - Official Trailer
Have you seen the trailer for Arnold Schwarzenegger's new film #Maggie? It looks like a good one.
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Tuesday, March 24, 2015
TNG Render with Normal & Displacement Maps
We have some talented artists on our team. Take a look at our newest render we've been working on. #3dscanning
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How the VFX for 'Cinderella' Were Brought to Life
MPC created hundreds of amazing #visualeffects for #Cinderella,
including the classic transformation of a pumpkin into a beautiful,
functional carriage. Check out how they did it.
Originally posted in The Hollywood Reporter
Originally posted in The Hollywood Reporter
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Monday, March 23, 2015
Magic Leap Demo Flaunts Augmented Reality
What do you think of Magic Leap's augmented reality demo? Do you think technology like this is just around the corner?
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
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Inertial Based Mocap Vs Optical Based Mocap
What is the difference between inertial based motion capture systems and optical based motion capture systems?
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015
3D Laser Scanner Makes Haunting Works of Art
Two historians on a mission to preserve historic structures in Ethiopia inadvertently turned a cutting-edge 3D scanning device into a tool for creating works of art.
See original article here.
See original article here.
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3D Scanning for Creation of Digital Props
A 3D scanned sculpture can be used as a digital prop in film, television
or video game, or can be replicated for mass production. #3Dscanning
#visualeffects
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015
We’ve Got the Power to Meet Your Project Needs
Find out the benefits of using lidar scanning during pre-production.
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Monday, March 16, 2015
TNG Test: Creating 3D Hair
We've been experimenting with creating 3D hair. Here are a couple renders we've been working on.
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Are Your Characters Spending Your Budget?
Have you thought about #3dscanning main characters for future use? It can act as an insurance policy and save you time and money in the long-run.
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Thursday, March 12, 2015
Behind-the-Scenes with TNG Visual Effects
Check us out! Some behind-the-scenes moments with Nick Tesi giving direction to a model during a #3dscanning session.
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The practical and digital tech behind Chappie
fxguide interviews #visualeffects supervisor Chris Harvey and discusses their work on #Chappie. Take a look.
See fxguide article here.
See fxguide article here.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015
3D Scanning: What to Discuss When Going Through the Bidding Process
If you need #3Dscanning for a project you're working on, here are some tips on what to discuss during the bidding process.
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