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Magical Rock Formation

Create a procedural setup driven through VOPs, without relying on time consuming simulations. Add additional particle & smoke FX to achieve a complex VFX shot.

5h 42m

Course duration

Intermediate

Level required

Format

Pre-recorded lessons

Software

Houdini & Nuke

Render

Redshift

Magical Rock Formation

Houdini is best at creating realistic, physically based simulations. In this course we explore why it’s also the right choice when it comes to stylized effects..
We’re going to cover the best ways to approach fast, dynamic FX, and how to optimize the setups to get the best results.

Course overview

What you will learn

Art-directable Setups

No slow simulations! Set up dynamic assembly animations using curves you can tweak in real-time for ultimate creative control.

Embers & Smoke

Harness the power of Pyro & Pops to create flowing smoke that drives embers, adding depth and realism to your destruction.

Stunning Environments

Generate majestic mountains with Heightfields and scatter rocks from Megascans for a complete and believable scene.

Compositing Magic

Separate layers, relight your scene, and add artistic details like fog particles for a polished final shot.

Course content

Included in your journey

Project Files & Renders

Included with the course are the completed Houdini project file and Nuke project file. Please note that both project files are with the Indie versions.

Exclusive Community

Connect with fellow VFX artists, students, and our team in a private group. Ask questions, collaborate on projects, and share your amazing work!

Lifetime Access

Enjoy the flexibility to revisit lessons whenever you need. Build a Strong Foundation: Master Houdini's core principles for long-term success.

Magical Rock Formation

ENROLL

$145

STUDENT HIGHLIGHT

Amazing work by Jake Amin, who used the techniques learned in this course to deliver a high quality logo animation for a big client. Awesome job! Make sure to follow Jake on instagram @pogsnoot

Hello there 👋​

I’m Rez and I’ve been working professionally in CGI for the last 12 years. During this time I’ve had the pleasure to work with amazing teams on various projects for League of Legends, Valorant, Puma, Final Fantasy and more! I’m here to teach you all the skills required to work on awesome projects.

STUDENT SHOWCASE

Nothing is possible without the support of our amazing students and community. Here are some of the best works from our students.

I’ve always admired sci-fi and magical style works, and Voxyde’s recent courses perfectly match my taste! Even though I’m already a senior artist working with Houdini, I found this workshop very helpful. It provided practical solutions for lightning FX and demonstrated how to composite such effects in Nuke.

Intae Jang @jit_effect
Senior FX Artist at DDIP Studio

Having collaborated with Voxyde on many projects, I can confidently say he consistently pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in Houdini. His ability to deliver high-quality FX work under extremely tight deadlines is remarkable. It’s no surprise that his journey with Voxyde has been so successful, and it’s great to see him now sharing his knowledge and helping so many students grow.

Victor Hedström
Founder / Creative Director of NMBRS

I want to thank Rez for the amazing video’s. Creating such a result is a boost to my confidence and skill in Houdini. I will for certain have to go back and rewatch some of the video’s when working on the extra exercise but that is to be expected from a beginner doing this course.

YoriVisuals @yorivisuals
3D animator and VFX artist

Just finished the course. I would like first of all to thank  you are amazing teacher and even a better artist! I come from real time VFX and this is my first time working on an actual cinematic.

Even though that I had never used Nuke in my life, the way the things are explained is just amazing.

Once again thank you.

Nikifor Milchev
VFX / Technical Artist

I have to say thanks for this course. It’s one of the best tutorials I’ve done, full of tips and tricks for building a complete scene from scratch to final render.

I love these generalist tutorials–wish there were more courses like this one. Congrats!

Jacobo Sánchez de la Villa @JackVfx1
Environment Set Dressing Senior & procedural modeler at Skydance animation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take this course as a beginner?

Although all steps are covered and explained in all courses, a certain degree of experience is expected.

If you are a beginner take a look at the Beginners section 

Are subtitles available?

Currently we have subtitles available in Chinese, Korean, Japanese, French & Spanish.

Can I use the assets in my projects?

Yes! You can use the assets in personal and non-commercial projects. Feel free to use them in your demo reel, or showcasing any FX for personal projects. You are not allowed to redistribute the assets.

If you end up using them in your projects, consider a shout out on any social media platform.

When do I get access to the course?

Access is granted immediately to the entire course upon purchasing. You will have an overview of all the courses bought in your account dashboard. 

How long will I have access to the course?

You will have lifetimes access to the entire course, including all lessons and downloadable material.

What is your refund policy?

You are eligible for a refund 28 days after enrollment. Message us at rez@voxyde.com

How do I get feedback?

You will receive a discord invite link with the invoice email. Here you can ask questions, get feedback and learn with other students!

Discount for installment payments

If you choose to pay through installments and have a discount code, all 3 payments will have the same discount.

Custom Bundles

If you would like to purchase multiple courses together, we can create a custom bundle for you to purchase at a discounted price. Contact us using the form below

Got a different question?

Contact us by using this form below or send us an email at rez@voxyde.com