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VFX Lifestyle is a web-based portal empowering talents and business people by giving them tools to help them to be at their very best so that they can achieve the impossible and contribute to building striving, sustainable and healthy VFX, Animation and Game industries, as extraordinary individuals or/and as inspiring leaders.
And ultimately make the world a better place.
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How the Amazing John Moreno Made 52 Shorts in 52 Weeks!
Most people would be pretty pleased with themselves if they managed to finish one animated short every few years. Not John Morena ! This talented New York City-based indie animator set up an unbelievable goal for himself in 2017: He decided to make one animated short per week for […] Click here to view original web page at www.animationmagazine.net Article by Ramin Zahed for Animation Magazine Most people would be pretty pleased with themselves if they managed to finish one animated short every few years. Not John Morena! This talented New York City-based indie animator set up an unbelievable goal for himself in 2017: He decided to make one animated short per week for an entire year — that’s 52 in total — and called his project Area 52! Over the past two years, 25 of these 52 shorts managed to land in prestigious festivals around the world: six official selections at Annecy 2018, 10 at Anima Mundi in 2018, three at Hiroshima Intl. Animation Festival 2019, five at Ottawa 2018 and three at Animafest Zagreb in 2019. Last week, 25 of these shorts were re-released online via Autour de Minuit. We just had to track him down and find out […]
See all seven minutes of Unity’s The Heretic demo
Unity Technologies has screened the full seven-minute version of The Heretic , its new CG short designed to show the game engine’s real-time rendering capabilities, as part of the keynote at Unite Copenhagen 2019 . The short, which runs at 30fps in 1440p resolution on a “high-end gaming PC”, […] Click here to view original web page at www.cgchannel.com
Top 10 world ranking for digital illustration – 3 years in a row
An image from Flinders University / CDW Studios student Duncan Li’s Rookies’ portfolio Another placement among the world’s top 10 digital illustration schools cements Flinders University’s global reputation in the booming visual effects industry. The hotly contested The Rookies competition attracts leading multi-media schools from all over the world. […] Click here to view original web page at www.miragenews.com
Sauropod Studio closes, laying off around 20
Montreal-based Sauropod Studio has shut down, costing around 20 people their jobs. Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz , several former employees attribute the studio’s closure to poor project planning and money mismanagement throughout the course of the development of its second title, Mirador, which launched in July. Development on Mirador began […] Click here to view original web page at www.gamesindustry.biz
What is the PS5 really capable of? Developers discuss the potential of the next generation
While Sony isn’t labelling its new system the PS5 just yet – instead simply referring to it as the much-less-catchy “next-gen console” – we now know a number of key details. It’s going to have a CPU built on a third-generation AMD Ryzen chip foundation replete with eight cores […] Click here to view original web page at www.gamesradar.com
VFX, STORYTELLING & IP – GUEST: Adrian Bobb
In this Episode of VFX LIFESTYLE, Adrian Bobb Adrian Bobb, VFX Artist and Film Maker based in Toronto, Canada, shares the vison behind his award winning sci-fi short film: EXT.With a multicultural cast including Cara Gee known for her role in The Expanse, he talks as well about the importance of diversity and representation in his work.Watch more interviews on vfx-lifestyle.comLet’s start conversations on FB: VFX LifestyleIG: @vfx_lifestyleTW: @VFX_Lifestyle About Adrian Bobb Exocentric Productionswww.adrianbobb.comwww.artstation.com/abobbFB: @EXTShortIG: @abobb
Women in VFX – Guest: Zoe Cranley
In this Episode of VFX LIFESTYLE, Zoe Cranley, Head of Build at DNEG, formerly known as Double Negative, shares inspiring moments about her journey and her perspective about the VFX industry on the topic of Women in VFX. Watch the full interview on: vfx-lifestyle.com Let’s start conversations on FB: @vfxlifestyle IG: @vfx_lifestyle TW: @VFX_Lifestyle “When it comes to VFX, ANIMATION & VIDEO GAME, you can find a huge number of websites or content talking about all the science and technical aspects behind amazing shots or games. But none about the people who contribute to make the magic happen, giving blood, sweat and tears during countless stressful hours of hard work. That’s why we step up with VFX LIFESTYLE.” – JOE TAMKO – Other resources: girlswhocode.com @girlswhocode Special Thanks: Connection Events Effects America
DIVERSITY in the Video Game industry – VFX LIFESTYLE – Guest: Osama Dorias
In this Episode of VFX LIFESTYLE, Osama Dorias, Senior Game Designer at Warner Brother Games WB Games Montréal and Co-founder of Montreal Independent Game Awards, shares his thoughts about the DIVERSITY in the Video Game industry. It’s refreshing, positive and hopeful. Watch more interviews on vfx-lifestyle.com Let’s start conversations on FB: @vfxlifestyle IG: @vfx_lifestyle TW: @VFX_Lifestyle “The change is already happening. Depending on where you stand, it might feel extremely slow, but IT IS happening. And even if you like it or not there is no turning back. So buckle up and enjoy the ride leading to more Love, Compassion and Growth.” – JOE TAMKO – Other ressources: pixelles.ca
Job search depression: What it entails and how to get through it
Carlson School of Management at University of Minnesota recently sponsored a study that examines how job loss and the hunt for a new job impact the job-seeker’s mental health and well-being. Perhaps the study’s findings don’t come as a surprise; job seekers often experience an emotional low following the loss of a job, feel better when they begin searching for new opportunities, and then experience another decline in mental health when they haven’t found the right position 10-12 weeks later. This predictable shift in mental health is often referred to as job search depression: the hopeless feeling that settles in when you want or need a new job and can’t seem to land one. What makes everything worse is that the job search process is like an emotional rollercoaster, filled with ups and downs and sudden glimmers of hope only to be followed by disappointment – just check out the typical emotional stages of the job search: While there’s no simple solution to the inevitable ups and downs of a job search, there are some things you can actively do to keep your mind and spirit in good shape no matter what the job hunt throws at you. The first […]
6 steps to take now if you want to change your career path next year
While humans are creatures of habit, they are also inherently curious, and well, most are easily bored. In an age where very few professionals are ‘lifers’ who remain at the same company for their entire lives, more and more are wondering not only what else is out there, but taking actionable steps to discover their passions. Career expert Steve Grant explains changing a career path is oftentimes an important — or mandatory — step to take to achieve success and fulfillment. While it shouldn’t be one that is taken lightly or spontaneously, the pursuit of happiness could be the driving force that propels you to make moves, according to Grant. This doesn’t just mean you’re after a rose-colored perspective from the time you clock in at 9 and leave at 6, but rather, you also desire a more challenging role and you want to be more motivated by doing something you love. Here’s the deal though: Changing careers isn’t an easy process, and may require some unpaid downtime to make it a reality. If this is your professional goal for the upcoming year, experts recommend the actionable steps you should be making right now to prepare yourself for the journey. […]
Mindful Eating Explained
You may be familiar with the concept of “mindfulness” and “mindful eating”, and here’s what it means – and why being more mindful around meals will make a huge difference to how great you look and feel. Mindfulness is simply the practice of paying attention (in a non-judgemental way) to an activity. It’s a very effective method to manage stress: one study found regular mindfulness meditation actually changes the structure of the brain, creating more neural connections, which might protect us from depression and dementia. Ultimately, being more mindful gives you a different perspective on your thoughts and feelings and helps you approach situations in a calmer, more thoughtful way. And being mindful when eating can have a positive impact on your physical and mental health, without requiring too much effort! The Mindfulness Connection When you eat mindfully you pay attention to the appearance, texture and taste of your food, and your body’s hunger signals. It takes time for your brain to register signals from your stomach’s stretch receptors, so mindful eating can prevent overeating by slowing you down and making you more aware of how you’re feeling (regularly overeating can blunt your body’s fullness signals and contribute to weight […]
Three Mindfulness Exercises To Try On The Way To Work
Mindfulness exercises can help clear the head and combat stress, so what better time to try them than on the way to (or indeed from) work? Traveling as part of the hordes with a full eight hours ahead of you is one of the most stressful times of the day for many people, so building a few mindfulness techniques into your commute can […]
Job search depression: What it entails and how to get through it
Carlson School of Management at University of Minnesota recently sponsored a study that examines how job loss and the hunt for a new job impact the job-seeker’s mental health and well-being. Perhaps the study’s findings don’t come as a surprise; job seekers often experience an emotional low following the loss of a job, feel better when they begin searching for new opportunities, and then experience another decline in mental health when they haven’t found the right position 10-12 weeks later. This predictable shift in mental health is often referred to as job search depression: the hopeless feeling that settles in when you want or need a new job and can’t seem to land one. What makes everything worse is that the job search process is like an emotional rollercoaster, filled with ups and downs and sudden glimmers of hope only to be followed by disappointment – just check out the typical emotional stages of the job search: While there’s no simple solution to the inevitable ups and downs of a job search, there are some things you can actively do to keep your mind and spirit in good shape no matter what the job hunt throws at you. The first […]
Here’s why we shouldn’t lie about taking mental health days
One morning in September, Sarah Billington told her manager she had to go home for the day because she was feeling sick. But she didn’t have an upset stomach like she let on — she was on the verge of a breakdown. The author and editor had been struggling with anxiety well before that moment, but according to her candid op-ed in the Huffington Post, she knew in that instant that powering through was no longer a viable option. So she played the sick card and took the day off. “I went home, removing myself from the situation that was making me spiral with anxiety and giving myself a chance to regroup, to curl up in bed for an afternoon and overcome the panic and negative self-talk.” Billington writes. Billington opens up in her story about facing an unsettling matter in her personal life while juggling a slew of stressful tasks at a previous job. She’d had conversations with her then-manager about taking time to prioritize her mental health, but when it came time to request time off, her boss was less than understanding. “She found it inappropriate and unacceptable,” Billington writes. “[I ended up] feeling ashamed and anxious for […]
Why Mindfulness Is the Ultimate Habit for Success
There are habits you can develop that impact nearly every aspect of your personal and professional success. Running is a great example, because people who run regularly see powerful benefits, like having more energy, thinking more clearly and getting sick less often. I am a runner and a huge proponent of running, but I realize that for many people, regular running will never become part of their lives. It’s a habit that requires a lot of effort, sweat and sometimes even pain. Fortunately there is another habit that impacts nearly every aspect of your success, as well. This habit requires about as much effort as remembering to look both ways before you cross the road and definitely doesn’t require sweating. In fact, it doesn’t even require you to add anything to your schedule. It’s the habit of being mindful. Mindfulness is often described as sitting still, breathing deeply and paying attention to your breath. Although that certainly can be a mindfulness practice, being mindful is simpler and can offer a wider array of benefits. Being mindful is a shift from “being our thinking”—being that blabbering voice in our heads—to being aware of our thinking. This subtle inner shift allows us […]
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