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by Ian Failes
Here's a couple of broadcast design and idents projects that have caught our eye recently - from NASCAR to MTV and the BBC - featuring work by The Mill, Polynoid and Engine Room. read more...
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by Ian Failes
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Adobe’s new pro video tools: NAB sneak peek
by John Montgomery
Adobe has revealed its next versions of Premiere Pro, After Effects, SpeedGrade, Audition, Prelude, Media Encoder and Story. read more...
The Iron Man science project
by Ian Failes
Behind the scenes of an Iron Man-themed Verizon TV spot, with visual effects by The Embassy. read more...
fxguide’s guide to FMX 2013
by Ian Failes
The definitive guide to the effects, animation, games and transmedia presentations planned for FMX 2013 in Stuttgart, Germany from 23 to 26 April. read more...
The best tech demos from GDC2013
by Ian Failes
Some of the best game engine and tech demos from this year's Game Developers Conference in San Francisco. read more...
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by Ian Failes
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G.I. Joe: Retaliation – kick-ass action
by Ian Failes
Find out how the biggest effects shots in G.I. Joe: Retaliation were created by ILM, Digital Domain and Method Studios. Featuring exclusive Digital Domain making of VFX clips. read more...
Rhythm & Hues auction won by Prana Studios (UPDATED x2)
by Jeff Heusser
Rhythm and Hues has been sold at auction following bankruptcy to Prana Studios. Final hearing scheduled for Friday at 10:00 am. read more...