VFX

This course is designed to introduce students to the art and science of visual effects for broadcast and digital film-making.
Topics covered include the visual effects workflow, video technology, image processing, creating mattes, tracking, and compositing. Understanding the difference between a visual effect and a special effect. Determining when to choose whether to create a visual effect or a special effect and determine when the two techniques can work together. Understanding basic image processing techniques. Pull mattes using various image processing techniques including chroma-keying. Track motion data using various techniques. Describe and use the compositing process and identify major applications used in the industry.