FX Solutions® FX Trading
Live Quotes and News, Open a Free FX Practice Account w/ FX Solutions
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Live Quotes and News, Open a Free FX Practice Account w/ FX Solutions
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Special Effects for Film
Devices for Creating Realistic Battle Field and Training Scenarios
www.theorlandoproject.com
Devices for Creating Realistic Battle Field and Training Scenarios
www.theorlandoproject.com
Movie Stunt Secrets
Learn the secret science of movie stunts and special effects
www.ScienceInTheMovies.com/book
Learn the secret science of movie stunts and special effects
www.ScienceInTheMovies.com/book
Performance Solutions SFX
Special Effects, Set Construction Film Theatre Feature Commercials
www.performancesolutions.net
Special Effects, Set Construction Film Theatre Feature Commercials
www.performancesolutions.net
Adiabatic Cooling
Nozzles atomize pressurized water Save Energy And Cut Costs Today!
MeeFog.com/humidification
Nozzles atomize pressurized water Save Energy And Cut Costs Today!
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Art Of Special Effects
Tom Savini's Special FX Course. Comprehensive 16 Month Training.
www.douglas-school.com/savinisite
Tom Savini's Special FX Course. Comprehensive 16 Month Training.
www.douglas-school.com/savinisite
Special Effects Hair Dye
Buy hair color and bleach kits by Special Effects, Manic Panic & more
www.GarmentDistrict.com
Buy hair color and bleach kits by Special Effects, Manic Panic & more
www.GarmentDistrict.com
Los Angeles Film School
Begin Your Career in 3D Animation and Effects at LA Film School.
www.LAFilm.com
Begin Your Career in 3D Animation and Effects at LA Film School.
www.LAFilm.com
Laser Shows & Special FX
Laser Shows, pyrotechnics, confetti CO2 effects, water screens and more
www.excitementtechnologies.com
Laser Shows, pyrotechnics, confetti CO2 effects, water screens and more
www.excitementtechnologies.com
Entertainment Engineering
A Free online Engineering Magazine Technology. Creativity. Fun.
www.EntertainmentEngineering.com
A Free online Engineering Magazine Technology. Creativity. Fun.
www.EntertainmentEngineering.com
Listings
Qwato Interactive Studios
Is a film and interactive entertainment production company headquartered in Virginia that develops a unique artistic vision through original story development, use of cutting edge technology, and collaboration of talented production.
www.amfilm.com
Is a film and interactive entertainment production company headquartered in Virginia that develops a unique artistic vision through original story development, use of cutting edge technology, and collaboration of talented production.
www.amfilm.com
Anima FX
Information on Make-up Special Effects, Puppets, Mechanics & Animatronics for Movies, Television & Theatre in Mexico.
www.animafx.com
Information on Make-up Special Effects, Puppets, Mechanics & Animatronics for Movies, Television & Theatre in Mexico.
www.animafx.com
ARRI/Arriflex
Company offers rentals, film and TV services, as well as cameras, lighting, film projection equipment and digital systems.
www.arri.com
Company offers rentals, film and TV services, as well as cameras, lighting, film projection equipment and digital systems.
www.arri.com
Atelier Digital
Atelier Digital specializes in Editing, Special Effects, Graphics, Compositing, Animation. Featuring Discreet Logic's Flame/Fire and Avid Editing.
www.atelierdigital.com
Atelier Digital specializes in Editing, Special Effects, Graphics, Compositing, Animation. Featuring Discreet Logic's Flame/Fire and Avid Editing.
www.atelierdigital.com
Autometric Inc.
With over forty years of landmark achievements in visual technology- from the surveying of the Apollo Lunar Landing sites, exploiting early satellite imagery from space to the 3D modeling and visualization of radioactive particle transport in th...
www.autometric.com
With over forty years of landmark achievements in visual technology- from the surveying of the Apollo Lunar Landing sites, exploiting early satellite imagery from space to the 3D modeling and visualization of radioactive particle transport in th...
www.autometric.com
Balsmeyer & Everett, Inc.
B&E provides design and visual effects for independent and studio motion pictures, and is noted for title sequences, digital effects and motion control.
www.balsmeyer-everett.com
B&E provides design and visual effects for independent and studio motion pictures, and is noted for title sequences, digital effects and motion control.
www.balsmeyer-everett.com
Black Logic
Black Logic is a full service visual effects company, offering graphic design, high-end compositing, two and three dimensional computer animation plus full live-action production.
www.blacklogic.com
Black Logic is a full service visual effects company, offering graphic design, high-end compositing, two and three dimensional computer animation plus full live-action production.
www.blacklogic.com
Channel Three Productions
Films for corporate and nonprofit clients; offers services ranging from graphic design, pre and post production work, and CD Rom creation.
www.channel3.com
Films for corporate and nonprofit clients; offers services ranging from graphic design, pre and post production work, and CD Rom creation.
www.channel3.com
CineSite
Full-service digital effects company providing a range of services, including digital compositing, 2-D and 3-D effects, wire and object removal, film stock repair and restoration and digital film scanning and recording.
www.cinesite.com
Full-service digital effects company providing a range of services, including digital compositing, 2-D and 3-D effects, wire and object removal, film stock repair and restoration and digital film scanning and recording.
www.cinesite.com
Drew Jiritano Special Effects (DJFX)
Performs all kinds of special and visual effects; highlighted services include rain effects, snow effects, smoke/fog, bullet hits, blood bags, indoor/outdoor and pyrotechnics.
www.djfx.com
Performs all kinds of special and visual effects; highlighted services include rain effects, snow effects, smoke/fog, bullet hits, blood bags, indoor/outdoor and pyrotechnics.
www.djfx.com
Dan Krech Productions (DKP)
DKP is a fully-equipped visual-effects and animation facility whose solutions to creative problems are consistently unique and innovative. Our head office and main facility are located in Toronto. Operating as a boutique, DKP has expertise in hi...
www.dkp.com
DKP is a fully-equipped visual-effects and animation facility whose solutions to creative problems are consistently unique and innovative. Our head office and main facility are located in Toronto. Operating as a boutique, DKP has expertise in hi...
www.dkp.com
Flying Foto Factory
Provider of high-end 3-dimensional computer generated animation design imaging and transfering and multimedia and video/film production services. The company uses silicon graphics workstations and alias wavefront systems. Services are provided...
www.flyingfoto.com
Provider of high-end 3-dimensional computer generated animation design imaging and transfering and multimedia and video/film production services. The company uses silicon graphics workstations and alias wavefront systems. Services are provided...
www.flyingfoto.com
Special Effects Supply
Provide hard-to-find information and materials to special effects artists and other craftspersons.
www.fxsupply.com
Provide hard-to-find information and materials to special effects artists and other craftspersons.
www.fxsupply.com
Gizmo Special Effects, Inc.
Gizmo is a provider of Motion control equipment and services for feature films and TV commercials. We have 2 portable Motion control systems, 35mm Mitchell-Fries cameras, and we have just added a shooting stage. We use Kuper Controls motion cont...
www.gizmosfx.com
Gizmo is a provider of Motion control equipment and services for feature films and TV commercials. We have 2 portable Motion control systems, 35mm Mitchell-Fries cameras, and we have just added a shooting stage. We use Kuper Controls motion cont...
www.gizmosfx.com
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM)
ILM creates special effects, has pioneered and is at the forefront of the digital revolution. As a part of San Francisco-based Lucasfilm Ltd, ILM is a digital production facility whose clients include both studios and advertising agencies around...
www.ilm.com
ILM creates special effects, has pioneered and is at the forefront of the digital revolution. As a part of San Francisco-based Lucasfilm Ltd, ILM is a digital production facility whose clients include both studios and advertising agencies around...
www.ilm.com
Image G
Image G provides motion control cinematography and related special effects services to the entertainment, advertising, and multimedia industries. It has consistently pushed the limits of computer-controlled camera technology and developed new t...
www.imageg.com
Image G provides motion control cinematography and related special effects services to the entertainment, advertising, and multimedia industries. It has consistently pushed the limits of computer-controlled camera technology and developed new t...
www.imageg.com
Lamb & Co.
Services the American Midwest, and specializes in computer graphics and digital special effects.
www.lamb.com
Services the American Midwest, and specializes in computer graphics and digital special effects.
www.lamb.com
Le Maitre Special Effects, Inc.
Produces special effects using pyrotechnics, fog & lasers.
www.lemaitrefx.com
Produces special effects using pyrotechnics, fog & lasers.
www.lemaitrefx.com
Macquarium Intelligent Communications
A full services firm based in Atlanta, providing strategic consulting, content and brand development, database system integration.
www.macquarium.com
A full services firm based in Atlanta, providing strategic consulting, content and brand development, database system integration.
www.macquarium.com
Maris Ltd.
Provides lighting, audio & special effects equipment for theatres, theme parks, visitor centres, museums, and studios.
www.maris.co.uk
Provides lighting, audio & special effects equipment for theatres, theme parks, visitor centres, museums, and studios.
www.maris.co.uk
Nexus Multimedia
Based in Phoenix, Arizona they combine the latest computer technology with traditional photography as the basis for their work.
www.nexusmultimedia.com
Based in Phoenix, Arizona they combine the latest computer technology with traditional photography as the basis for their work.
www.nexusmultimedia.com
Pacific Ocean Post (POP)
A Santa Monica, California based company that is a full service multimedia studio.
www.popstudios.com
A Santa Monica, California based company that is a full service multimedia studio.
www.popstudios.com
Replica Technology
3D content developer of model packs and CD-ROM collections used with consumer photo-imaging and business productivity software packages.
www.replica3d.com
3D content developer of model packs and CD-ROM collections used with consumer photo-imaging and business productivity software packages.
www.replica3d.com
Rhythm and Hues Studios
Los Angeles based film production studio specializing in visual effects for feature films, television commercials, theme park rides, music videos and interactive games.
www.rhythm.com
Los Angeles based film production studio specializing in visual effects for feature films, television commercials, theme park rides, music videos and interactive games.
www.rhythm.com
Silicon Graphics Inc. (SGI)
California based SGI designs workstations and servers that help broadcast engineers, graphics artists, animators, effects designers, and software developers express their inner vision better, faster, and more affordably than ever before.
www.sgi.com
California based SGI designs workstations and servers that help broadcast engineers, graphics artists, animators, effects designers, and software developers express their inner vision better, faster, and more affordably than ever before.
www.sgi.com
Tesla Systems Research
Manufacturer of electrical equipment that is commonly used to create dazzling special effects. Amongst research and other possible applications, their large custom-designed Tesla Coil systems can be used to create spectacular high-voltage displa...
www.teslasystems.com
Manufacturer of electrical equipment that is commonly used to create dazzling special effects. Amongst research and other possible applications, their large custom-designed Tesla Coil systems can be used to create spectacular high-voltage displa...
www.teslasystems.com
Visual Effects Headquarters Archive
Find up-to-date news, links, and information on the visual effects industry.
www.vfxhq.com
Find up-to-date news, links, and information on the visual effects industry.
www.vfxhq.com
YFX Studios
Special effects company producing animatronic creatures and prosthetics for the entertainment industry.
whats new at yfx | contact | animatronics | special makeup fx
www.yfxstudio.com(Paid)
Special effects company producing animatronic creatures and prosthetics for the entertainment industry.
whats new at yfx | contact | animatronics | special makeup fx
www.yfxstudio.com(Paid)
FX Solutions® FX Trading
Live Quotes and News, Open a Free FX Practice Account w/ FX Solutions
www.FXSolutions.com
Live Quotes and News, Open a Free FX Practice Account w/ FX Solutions
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Special Effects for Film
Devices for Creating Realistic Battle Field and Training Scenarios
www.theorlandoproject.com
Devices for Creating Realistic Battle Field and Training Scenarios
www.theorlandoproject.com
Movie Stunt Secrets
Learn the secret science of movie stunts and special effects
www.ScienceInTheMovies.com/book
Learn the secret science of movie stunts and special effects
www.ScienceInTheMovies.com/book
Guide to Special Effects
Special effects bring your movie to life
Movie special effects are an excellent addition to most films. They captivate the audience, and they help create a buzz about your film. Finding the right special effects company can be tricky, though, as you not only want experience in terms of years, but experience in terms of creativity of skill and stretching your budget.
Film special effects can be as simple as makeup to as complex as outer space, giant waves or raging fires. Depending on your level of experience, you may be able to handle your special effects within your own team, but if you are tackling a major endeavor like large quantities of water or fire, special effects services are probably your best bet in terms of cost effectiveness and safety.
To find the right special effects for your next project:
1. Determine what film special effects you are going after. Are you trying for a period piece? Are you going for big action? Ask yourself what your vision is for the picture.
2. Determine your budget.
3. Seek out professional help for any large or dangerous special effects projects.
Film special effects can be as simple as makeup to as complex as outer space, giant waves or raging fires. Depending on your level of experience, you may be able to handle your special effects within your own team, but if you are tackling a major endeavor like large quantities of water or fire, special effects services are probably your best bet in terms of cost effectiveness and safety.
To find the right special effects for your next project:
1. Determine what film special effects you are going after. Are you trying for a period piece? Are you going for big action? Ask yourself what your vision is for the picture.
2. Determine your budget.
3. Seek out professional help for any large or dangerous special effects projects.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Start with special effects makeup and props as a simple inexpensive first step
Special effects makeup can be the starting point of your special effects endeavor. It is cheap and easy to purchase and manage. You can easily create your own masterpieces in little time.
I recommend:
Visit Special Effect Supply Corp. for special effect supplies as well as support materials and staff. Take a look at the special effect makeup and wig shop from Makeup-FX. Check out the wide variety of stage makeup kits and cases from International Fun-Shop stage makeup page, or even consider the Tom Savini's Special Effects Make Up School.
Consider fog special effects supplies
Fog and other water special effects can easily bring a movie to life.
I recommend:
For movie special effects check out Special Effects Unlimited, Inc. They did a 40' Dump tank for Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean. They can do windows rigged for fire, and they have supplied the ground fog for the Academy Awards. They have worked on the following movies: Live Free or Die Hard, Charlotte's Web, Rush Hour 3, I Now Pronounce you Chuck and Larry, Wild Hogs, Miami Vice, House of Wax, Lemony Snicket, Bewitched, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Oceans 12, National Treasure and more. Find bubbles, fog, dry ice, haze, snow, simulated flames and indoor pyrotechnic effects from LeMaitre FX.
Use fire in your next special effects for film project
Fire special effects are dangerous and costly. Stick to a professional when attempting to use fire for a movie.
I recommend:
Find Flame and Fire Effects, Indoor/Outdoor Fireworks and Pyrotechnics, CO2 and LN2 (cryogenic) Fog Effects, Confetti and Streamer effects from Orlando Special Effects. Look for Pre-Packaged Pyrotechnics for the Entertainment and Movie Industries from ProStage Pyrotechnics. Check out the customized theatre installations, close proximity indoor pyrotechnics, fireworks displays and laser effects by Pyrotek Special Effects Inc.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide- Computer special effects can always be added in after the fact, but you will be limited to the skill and capability of your computer designers. Major motion pictures like I Am Legend with Will Smith are an excellent example of digital video special effects where they filmed a particular area then digitally removed extra people and added foliage and animals.
