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Cinematic Environments in Houdini

Master the skills to build an epic fantasy environments in Houdini. Learn the principles of procedural modeling, asset creation, seamless USD & Solaris integration & much more.
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Cinematic Environments in Houdini

Take your Houdini skills to the next level with an in-depth course designed to teach you how to create stunning, cinematic environments using a procedural approach.
Taught by Ali Al-Tobi, a seasoned VFX artist, lead, and supervisor with experience at studios like MPC, Ghost VFX, Outpost VFX, and One Of Us, this course provides a deep dive into the techniques and workflows used in high-end film and TV productions.
Procedural Modeling
Solaris & USD
Karma
Rendering
Compositing
HDA creation

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW

Step-by-step

Building from scratch lets you follow a clear path and understand the reasoning behind every step

8-12 weeks

Students are encouraged to dedicate a few hours each week, depending on their skill level and availability.

Downloads

The files included are checkpoint hip file for a each episode, textures and HDRI used, and all the HDA created

Creating geometry

Procedural Modeling

SOPS
Attributes
Geometry creation
This course shows you how to create detailed environments, structures, and effects-driven models that can be easily adjusted and reused, saving time and effort in productions.
Whether you’re interested in film, games, or virtual production, you’ll come away with real-world skills that you can apply in studio work or your own projects.

Streamlined workflows

Technical Development

Solaris & USD
HDA Creation
Problem solving
Aside from procedural modeling, you’ll also learn how to create powerful Houdini Digital Assets (HDAs) to build reusable tools and streamline your workflow.
The course covers best practices in USD and optimization, helping you manage large scenes, clean geometry, and improved performance.

Cinematography

Look development

Lighting & Shading
Karma Rendering
Nuke Compositing
You’ll master advanced lighting and rendering techniques, learning to shape mood, depth, and atmosphere for a cinematic look. Every frame is designed with purpose and visual impact.
By the end, you’ll create a stunning final shot that that rivals blockbuster movies, and will be perfect for a standout portfolio or reel.

Industry Techniques

Our Houdini courses are taught by professionals who use the software daily in film, games, and motion graphics. You’ll gain skills rooted in real studio workflows, not just theory.

Hands-on Training

We focus on practice, not passive learning. Every lesson includes step-by-step techniques, so you can build, follow along, and get a true understanding of Houdini.

 

Real-world scenario

Projects mirror real production challenges, so you graduate with experience that matches industry needs. This way, your portfolio showcases work that employers instantly recognize and value

Lesson preview

This sample gives you a firsthand look at the step-by-step teaching style, clear structure, and practical approach you’ll experience throughout the full course.

Course information

  • Format
  • Support
  • Duration
  • Access
  • Pre-recorded lessons
  • Discord 24/7
  • 23 hours
  • Instant

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Private comunity

Learn together and connect with artists around the world.

Instructor feedback

Getting unstuck can be just a message away. Don’t hesitate to ask!

Lifetime access

Learn at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime.

Cinematic Environments in Houdini

$485

  • 23 hours
  • Downloads - Hip Files, HDAs, Textures
  • Lifetime Access
  • Private Discord Access
  • Instructor feedback
  • Learn together with other students
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$485

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$161

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Your instructor

Ali Al-Tobi is a Norwegian director, VFX supervisor, and technical director with over 15 years of experience in the visual effects industry. Specializing in procedural workflows and cinematic world-building, Ali combines technical expertise with artistic vision to enhance and streamline creative processes across high-end film and television projects. Ali has previously worked on high-profile films & TV shows such as
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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

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

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