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Easier Typed than Done
AI, Lesson, Opinion David Hixon 4/3/23 AI, Lesson, Opinion David Hixon 4/3/23

Easier Typed than Done

AI is so easy a caveman could do it, right? But is it really? Here’s a brief look at what it takes to actually put intention into using AI as an art tool.

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After Effects Tutorial: Dynamic 3D Outlines
Lesson, 3D, After Effects, Tutorial David Hixon 12/1/17 Lesson, 3D, After Effects, Tutorial David Hixon 12/1/17

After Effects Tutorial: Dynamic 3D Outlines

Want to add the outline of a 3D object into a composition in After Effects, but without seeing the object? This simple tutorial will show you how!

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Everything You Know About Color Is (Probably) Wrong
Lesson, Color Theory, Art David Hixon 8/19/17 Lesson, Color Theory, Art David Hixon 8/19/17

Everything You Know About Color Is (Probably) Wrong

What you know about color probably only applies to painting on paper. If you’re talking video, there's a good chance you may not have a clue.

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Make The Most Of Mood Lighting
Lesson, Film Production, Art, Films, Lighting David Hixon 7/10/17 Lesson, Film Production, Art, Films, Lighting David Hixon 7/10/17

Make The Most Of Mood Lighting

Need to set a certain mood in a scene you’re filming for a video project? Lighting is essential to getting the scene just right.

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The Where And When Of Lighting
Lesson, Art, Lighting David Hixon 6/6/17 Lesson, Art, Lighting David Hixon 6/6/17

The Where And When Of Lighting

Don’t discount how vital lighting is to make your video pop. This article gives away tips and tricks for lighting for both live-action and animation.

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Why Light?
Lesson, Lighting, Color Theory David Hixon 3/26/17 Lesson, Lighting, Color Theory David Hixon 3/26/17

Why Light?

In video production, everyone knows lighting a live-action scene is essential, but people forget to do the same in animation. I’ve got tips for digital lighting in 2D and 3D.

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Should Animated Features Have Their Own Academy Award Category?
Lesson, Lighting, Color Theory, Films, Animation, 3D, 2D, Opinion David Hixon 2/6/17 Lesson, Lighting, Color Theory, Films, Animation, 3D, 2D, Opinion David Hixon 2/6/17

Should Animated Features Have Their Own Academy Award Category?

Buckle up, we're talking Oscars. Do animated films need their own category? If they didn't, would they be going toe-to-toe with live-action best-picture nominees?

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Motion Tracking In More Ways Than One
Lesson, VFX David Hixon 1/11/17 Lesson, VFX David Hixon 1/11/17

Motion Tracking In More Ways Than One

Improve your skills as a video production professional. We're talking motion tracking, how to choose software and best practices for using motion tracking in video content.

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Motion Tracking Made Easy
Lesson, 2D, 3D, VFX David Hixon 12/21/16 Lesson, 2D, 3D, VFX David Hixon 12/21/16

Motion Tracking Made Easy

Get an introduction to motion tracking and learn how to easily incorporate it into your next video production project. I’m here to share tips and tricks with you.

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Dissecting The Production Of An Animated Film
Lesson, Animation, Film Production David Hixon 10/25/16 Lesson, Animation, Film Production David Hixon 10/25/16

Dissecting The Production Of An Animated Film

A good animator does more than create images that dance on screen. In this post, I show you what else you need to know.

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Creating A Stereo-Safe Camera
Lesson, 3D, VFX, Animation, Film Production David Hixon 9/26/16 Lesson, 3D, VFX, Animation, Film Production David Hixon 9/26/16

Creating A Stereo-Safe Camera

Learn how to make your own stereoscopic camera in Maya with advice and custom coding. It's easier than you think!

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Is Stereoscopic 3D Here To Stay?
Lesson, VFX, Lighting, Color Theory David Hixon 9/7/16 Lesson, VFX, Lighting, Color Theory David Hixon 9/7/16

Is Stereoscopic 3D Here To Stay?

If you’re working in video production, here are the five things you need to know plus a bonus affirmation to remind you you’re awesome at doing what you love.

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