Like we always do about this time – the winter VFX/PDX meeting (teaming with AEPDX) is together and worthy to be marked on ye old calendar. With 2 of my favorite artists on tap, this one has earned the name “NW Master Sessions” and we couldn’t set the bar any higher for this first one.
Following up on his amazing retrospective at NW Film Center this past summer, Orland Nutt will be screening his latest short film “Bear of Heaven” among others, complete with behind the scenes. I’m not sure behind the scenes really does it justice – into the mind might be more appropriate. A CalArts grad and mainstay of Portland mixed media moguls Bent Image Lab, Orland defines creativity and pairs this with serious, serious After Effects skills that are used to great effect (pun most certainly intended!) when supporting his original creations. Bear of Heaven is a significant achievement.
Also on the docket is the young and talented Ben Luce, who’s recent illustration and 2D animation continues to define his unique style. Hot off the heels of his AEMoji contest victory at Design Week last year, Ben has been absolutely on fire and will show some of his recent work and the techniques used – be ready to see Photoshop and After Effects teaming up like you never knew possible!
This is a one time chance to get a glimpse into the workflows of two very bright stars in our Portland sky – be sure to step out for this one, or prepare for the agony of everyone raving about this afterwards! 🙂
Please grab yourself a free ticket over at Eventbrite –
https://vfxpdxwinter2015.eventbrite.com
Special thanks to software gurus 3DV for the use of their projector and Jamal Qutub for the great poster design above.
Thursday, February 12 @ the Ebay Community Lounge
1400 SW 5th Avenue, 3rd Floor
6:30pm-8:30pm
See you there!
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