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VFX Made Easy with Houdini. A mesmerizing journey into procedural modeling, simulations, visual effects, and rendering
Alasgar Hasanov, Debra Isaac, Philip Dobree
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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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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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- 1. Introducing Houdini
- 2. Demystifying Procedural Modeling
- 3. Unleashing the Power of Particles
- 4. Igniting Pyro Effects
- 5. Breaking through Rigid Body Dynamics
- 6. Diving into Water FX
- 7. Effects Case Study: Disintegration FX
- 8. Effects Case Study: Explosion FX
- 9. The Big Finale: Part 1
- 10. The Big Finale: Part 2
- 11. The Big Finale: Part 3
- 12. Best Practices for Houdini Artists
- Title:VFX Made Easy with Houdini. A mesmerizing journey into procedural modeling, simulations, visual effects, and rendering
- Author:Alasgar Hasanov, Debra Isaac, Philip Dobree
- Original title:VFX Made Easy with Houdini. A mesmerizing journey into procedural modeling, simulations, visual effects, and rendering
- ISBN:9781835882917, 9781835882917
- Date of issue:2025-09-15
- Format:Ebook
- Item ID: e_45u3
- Publisher: Packt Publishing
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