by Nick Cortes | Apr 22, 2015 | Inspiration
Sorin Voicu shows us a VFX breakdown of a beautiful motion graphics piece, “The Internet of Things”. It helps not only to give us a better understanding of the technology around us, but of how this gorgeous video was created. See the full animation here: https://vimeo.com/108620293...
by Nick Cortes | Apr 22, 2015 | WIP
Today I was working on a simple lower-third for a client who wanted “techy, maybe swirly things” in the background behind some text. This kind of vague direction from a client can sometimes be a blessing. I remembered a look/feel I’d seen a couple years ago in a web graphic and decided to make my own with Cinema4D. The idea was to make a simple flat colored background with these mysterious glass shapes, or “sweeps” flowing through it. In terms of modeling, it’s really very simple. It’s something that can be done very quickly and easily. Keep in mind, this is assuming you have some basic knowledge of Cinema4D already Here’s how I did it: I first made a blob using the bezier curve tool Then is used the bezier tool again to make a 3-dimensional spine. I knew I was going to use the Sweep NURBS, so I twisted the line a bit in 3D After grouping both into the Sweep NURBS, and checking the “parallel” option I then created the material for the shape. You can use a stock glass material or build your own by: Removing the color Adding reflection. Heighten the specular as much as possible, then add another reflection and set it to “reflective”. Increase reflection to 100% Adding transparency. I like to apply a Fresnel to it, then reversing the gradient knots so the center in transparent. It’s also a good idea to make sure the transparency is additive and the exit color is similar to the intended background I also add environment, and make it a similar color to the intended...
by Nick Cortes | Apr 21, 2015 | Inspiration
Believe it or not, these portraits by Ramon Nunez are made digitally. A quick glance and you’d think they’re painted. His use of color is almost photo-realistic, but if you look closely, there are nice little flecks of color reminiscent of oil paint. I can’t wait to see more work by this talented artist. Check out his portfolio on Behance: http://www.behance.net/RAMON_N90 ...
