We are getting started from the ground up! Making sense of the UI and learning the crucial terms and concepts that will make the rest of your exploration in Houdini much more enjoyable and much less confusing.
We'll learn to create a project from start to finish, from building the geometry, through animation, simulation, lighting, materials, and finally rendering in Karma! Heck we'll even dabble just a bit in compositing for that cherry on top.
Houdini is a sandbox of potential, and as such we will explore multiple ways of approaching the same problem, to get your mind working on being free and flexible in bringing your visions to life!
We'll dive into what makes Houdini the most powerful software in the world, leaning on the incredibly flexibility of proceduralism to build a shed for a homeless little ghost. Is there any greater calling?
We'll explore the concept (an immense power) of simulation, and our first stop on the tour? Oh it's particles baby!
We will dive into particle simulation and discover how those tiny digital points can become your creative playground. You'll learn fundamental techniques to make particles move with purpose, transforming random motion into storytelling tools that can express everything from gentle snowfall to explosive energy.
This is your path to becoming a true digital water bender, mastering the art of liquid control in ways you never imagined. You'll learn simulation techniques to create everything from frothing pools of water, to infinite streams of viscous donut glaze that bend to your will.
This is your pathway to mastering the nuanced art of smoke and dynamic environmental effects. You'll learn how to precisely control volumetric simulations, understanding how to shape, direct, and choreograph smoke and a fire with mathematical precision and creative intention.
Is like learning the secret language of soft materials - how cloth moves, how hair flows, how flexible objects bend and react. You'll discover the fundamental principles that make digital fabrics and soft bodies look believable, transforming stiff animations into something that feels alive and natural.
Character rigging and crowds will introduce you to the wonderful world of bringing digital characters to life. You'll learn the foundational skills of making animatable characters in Houdini, and how to turn them into armies that only serve you. Oh, and ragdolls. We are definitely making a lot of ragdolls.
We will start by looking at the fundamentals that drive Houdini by exploring the terminology and UI to get a better sense of how the software operates under the hood.
From there we dive right into project based explorations of procedural modeling, particle simulation, rigid body destruction, pyro simulation, liquid simulation, vellum soft body, cloth and hair simulation , character rigging, animation and full crowd simulation!
This course will take you from your very first click through building fully realized, textured, lit, and rendered final products with an emphasis on helping you decode how Houdini “thinks”, all from the perspective of an artist. Upon completion you should have a comprehensive understanding of the many major paths you can take as an artist in the software, and will be ready to continue your adventure deeper into Houdini!
Jordan Allen is a member of Corridor Digital where he uses Houdini to bring his ideas to life everyday.
For the past 10 years, Jordan has been working as a freelance VFX Artist and Supervisor alongside artists like Miley Cyrus, Tyler the Creator, Bad Bunny and the Weekend, before finally joining Corridor Crew in 2021 where he has dedicated his time and energy on diving deeper into the magic of Houdini.
Jordan believes strongly in the power of consistency, discipline, and structure, and its ability to help you reach any milestone or personal goal. He fought to grasp the concepts of Houdini early on, often feeling inadequate, but never gave up; instead, venturing deeper into the software, taking on challenges that forced him to grow and adapt as an artist. Now, he is excited to use those hard-earned lessons to help you start a journey of your own, and hopefully avoid some of those same headaches, as you dive into the unlimited and exciting potential of Houdini.
We are collaborating with Griffin Animation Academy to provide you with the highest quality animation assets online.
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This will be an overgrowing library of animation assets and a good opportunity to collaborate with fellow Animators.
Our students can collaborate with Griffin animation academy students to create breathtaking unique show-reel projects you will not find assets like this anywhere else.
This will imitate a real life studio Scenario where multiple departments collaborate together with a CG supervisor like Corbin overseeing the project.
We're frequently asked, 'How can I make my portfolio unique?' Certainly not by displaying all your FX renders on a plain black background. This library offers unlimited creative freedom to help your FX stand out.
Access the workshop/masterclass for life, including future updates. Keep your skills up-to-date with rapidly evolving features.
Get personalized guidance from DJA Academy mentors to take your skills to new levels.
Together with your instructor, you can build an entire project, add it to your portfolio, and get hired.
Our instructors lead the workshops/masterclasses with extensive real-world experience & knowledge, and with their passion for teaching.
Regular updates ensure you stay ahead of the curve with the latest features (even years from now).
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