This course introduces students to the world of visual effects, combining digital and practical techniques. Through guided exercises, students will learn to use post-production tools to integrate computer-generated imagery with recorded footage, as well as explore practical effects used on set.
Prerequisites:
- Basic computer skills.
- Familiarity with video editing software is recommended.
- Access to compositing software (After Effects, Nuke, DaVinci Resolve, or others).
Course Modules
History and Fundamentals of Visual Effects
- Evolution of special effects in film and television.
- Differences between practical and digital effects.
- Iconic cases in the audiovisual industry.
Principles of Digital Compositing
- Layers and masks.
- Basic color correction for integration.
- VFX workflow.
Chroma Key Techniques
- Setting up a green screen recording set.
- Proper lighting for chroma key.
- Removing backgrounds and replacing them with digital environments.
Motion Graphics and Basic Animation
- Principles of animation.
- Design of titles and graphic elements.
- Integration with moving images.
Practical Effects on Set
- Use of small-scale safe pyrotechnics.
- Simulation of impacts and fake blood.
- Creation of atmospheres (smoke, rain, wind).
Final Project
- Creation of an audiovisual sequence integrating VFX.
- Submission of the final file with a technical explanation of the process.
