VFX (Visual Effects) and compositing are techniques used in the post-production process of film, television, and video production to enhance and manipulate visual elements. VFX involves creating and manipulating visual effects such as explosions, fire, and other special effects, while compositing is the process of combining multiple visual elements into a single image or shot.
VFX involves the use of software programs such as Autodesk Maya, Houdini, and Cinema 4D to create and manipulate digital assets such as 3D models, particle systems, and simulations. VFX artists use their creativity and technical skills to create realistic and visually stunning effects that enhance the story and visual experience of the production.
Compositing involves combining multiple visual elements such as live-action footage, VFX assets, and background plates into a single shot using software programs such as Adobe After Effects, Nuke, and Fusion. Compositors use various techniques such as color grading, rotoscoping, and masking to seamlessly integrate the visual elements into the shot.
VFX and compositing are important in creating visually stunning and immersive productions, and they are used in a wide range of applications such as feature films, television shows, advertisements, and video games. They are often used to create scenes that would be impossible or too expensive to film in real life, or to enhance the visual impact of a production.