We talk to DD VFX sup. Aladino Debert about the challenges of completing a Cisco spot in a tight four week schedule.

fxguide takes a look at the animated features and animated shorts nominated for the 84th Academy Awards.

Surface Mimic makes 3D scanned depth maps for digital sculpting, allowing artists to brush high-res details onto models with industry software such as ZBrush, Mudbox, Mari and 3D-Coat. We speak to founder Paul Callender.

How Luma Pictures used mo-cap, Light Stage and Arnold to bring the Underworld: Awakening Lycans to life.

Our Super Bowl XLVI coverage starts with a post-apocalyptic Chevy spot and CG cheetah work for Hyundai.

Pixomondo VFX supe Bjørn Mayer breaks down his studio’s key shots for Red Tails.

Our Super Bowl XLVI coverage continues with a look at several more of the major VFX spots airing during the game.