Alasgar Hasanov

VFX Made Easy with Houdini (eBook, ePUB)

A mesmerizing journey into procedural modeling, simulations, visual effects, and rendering

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Unlock Houdini's procedural power to create dynamic simulations and cinematic renders with expert guidance from Alasgar Hasanov, a VFX artist with more than a decade of experience crafting CGI and visual effects for films, television, and commercials. In this comprehensive guide, he demonstrates easy workflows for complex effects, teaches you how to think procedurally, and makes learning Houdini both fun and rewarding. Through step-by-step tutorials, real-world examples, and insider tips, you'll master Houdini's renowned node-based workflow. You'll also learn how to control procedural forces to simulate natural phenomena and produce compelling, visually striking renders, giving you the tools to bring your creative visions to life. This book provides a solid foundation in Houdini FX fundamentals for beginners, while also helping more experienced artists push the boundaries of innovation. It is designed to be an indispensable companion on your journey to building a strong foundation for future growth as a Houdini artist. By the end of the book, you will be comfortable creating procedural setups, running simulations, and rendering your own creative effects in Houdini.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Packt Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 418
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. September 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781835882917
• Artikelnr.: 75402280

Autorenporträt

Alasgar Hasanov is a CG and VFX artist with over a decade of professional experience, specializing in complex dynamics simulations created entirely in Houdini. His work spans a wide range of effects, including large- and small-scale water simulations, advanced pyro FX, abstract particle systems, and both rigid and soft body dynamics. While FX remains his primary focus, Alasgar brings a broad, multidisciplinary skill set that includes modeling, look development, rendering, and compositing, enabling him to contribute effectively to multiple stages of the production process. His work has been featured in major feature films such as Doctor Strange, Thor, Ant-Man, Ms. Marvel, X-Men: Dark Phoenix, It Chapter Two, Bad Boys for Life, and Snake Eyes (G.I. Joe). He has also contributed to acclaimed television series, including Game of Thrones, American Gods, The Boys, Vikings: Valhalla, and Jupiter's Legacy. Beyond film and television, Alasgar has created high-end FX and look development for global brands such as Nike, Dolby Digital, and Proline, among many others. In addition to his production work, Alasgar has been actively involved in education, serving as a professor, program supervisor, and lead at Think Tank Training Centre, Technicolor Academy, and Humber College. He has also developed professional courses for Gnomon Workshop. With a passion for pushing technical and artistic boundaries, Alasgar continues to blend creativity with precision, delivering cinematic, high-quality visual effects that bring stories and worlds to life for global audiences.