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Nadia Stefyn28.05.2116 min read

The future is Unreal: William Faucher talks virtual production

William Faucher has worked as a VFX Artist on blockbusters such as Black Panther and the ...
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Nadia Stefyn18.05.2111 min read

Music Video VFX: Behind the Scenes with Vince Bufalino

VFX compositing graduate Vince Bufalino worked on some pretty cool projects before ...
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Nadia Rao12.05.2113 min read

What is virtual production?

Virtual production is one of the most important innovations since digital cameras ...
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Nadia Stefyn23.04.218 min read

Pixar Animation Internships: The First Step to Landing a Job at Pixar

Stephanie Soong hadn't even finished her 3D modeling course when she found out she got a ...
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Nadia Stefyn01.04.216 min read

Where to Learn Toon Boom Harmony

If you’re looking to learn Toon Boom Harmony and pursue a career in animation, CG ...
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Nadia Rao30.03.216 min read

Qualifications Needed To Become An Illustrator

If you want to turn your visual talents into a fulfilling career, you may consider the ...
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Nadia Stefyn16.03.2111 min read

Pixar intern to Ubisoft animator: Spectra's 3D animation career

CG Spectrum mentor Spectra shares her 3D animation career path, starting with how she got ...
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Nadia Stefyn10.03.2115 min read

Looking for VFX jobs? Read these demo reel & interview tips first

After 20 years in the industry, VFX Supervisor Jorge Razon has hired countless visual ...
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Nadia Stefyn07.02.2111 min read

15 types of digital illustration to help you get started

Commercial and artistic markets are constantly employing the skills of illustrators ...
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Nadia Stefyn17.12.2014 min read

Most In-Demand VFX Jobs: How to Get Hired

What are the most in-demand VFX jobs right now and how do you get them? Magdalena ...
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Nadia Stefyn16.12.209 min read

The Witcher inspired Indrek Oper to study digital painting

As a kid, Indrek loved to draw and play video games. Fast forward to adulthood, working ...
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Nadia Stefyn08.12.206 min read

The Art of VFX Compositing: The Orville & Ratched VFX Breakdowns

VFX compositors are akin to alchemists. They bring together all the disparate elements ...
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Nadia Stefyn24.11.2011 min read

Future of Animation and VFX Industry: 7 Skills to Future-Proof Your Career

Whether you're an aspiring or established VFX artist, future-proofing your career is a ...
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Nadia Rao18.11.205 min read

What is the game design process?

Game development and design is a complex process. Building a game involves creating ...
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Nadia Stefyn04.11.207 min read

Meet the 2020 CG Spectrum Art Contest Winners

The winning entries CG Spectrum recently held a Halloween-inspired art contest giving ...
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Shoshanah Wall13.09.207 min read

What are the 12 Principles of Animation?

One of the most important milestones in animation history is the development of the 12 ...
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Nadia Stefyn26.08.205 min read

Top 6 Tips for VFX and Game Artists Working Remotely

Whether you've just decided to go freelance, or are working remotely for a studio, these ...
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Nadia Stefyn05.08.201 min read

Black Knight: Character Concept Art Demo with Tyler James

In this character concept art demo, award-winning concept artist, illustrator, and CG ...
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Nadia Stefyn29.07.205 min read

Student success: Q&A with concept artist & illustrator Xiaoya Lin

Xiaoya Lin always wanted to be an artist. But it was after attending a Pixar art ...
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Nadia Stefyn26.07.209 min read

3D Modeling with Bryan Bentley: Insights on the Future of VFX

Bryan Bentley's worked at some of the coolest VFX companies including ILM Singapore and ...
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Nadia Stefyn22.07.2010 min read

Data Visualization as Art: Q&A with Data Artist Dr. Kirell Benzi

Data Artist Dr. Kirell Benzi as an extraordinary superpower. The CG Spectrum alumnus ...
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Nadia Stefyn06.07.2011 min read

Into the Uncanny Valley with Body Horror Artist Molly Brown

TABLE OF CONTENTS loading... Join us as we chat with concept and body horror artist Molly ...
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Nadia Stefyn19.06.207 min read

Using Houdini For Games: Q&A with Lucen Game Dev Kris Kebbe

Kristian Kebbe is an indie game developer and FX artist who began his career in the film ...
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Nadia Rao05.06.206 min read

Game programming vs. game development - what's the difference?

People often ask what is the difference between game programming and game development. ...
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