In this Houdini Connect Untold Studios offers a behind-the-scenes perspective on their VFX process, focusing on their collaboration with VCCP and Virgin Media to produce a memorable feature with a CG walrus. Take a deep dive into their VFX pipeline, highlighting Houdini as the central software for simulation, lighting, and rendering.

00:00 Introduction to Untold Studios

00:15 Houdini's Role in the VFX Pipeline

00:35 The Importance of Houdini

00:54 VCP and Virgin Media Collaboration

01:20 Creating the CG Walrus

01:41 Walrus Grooming: Wet and Dry

02:10 Shading and Look Development

02:25 Asset Loading and Wet/Dry Looks

02:44 Water and Boat Simulations

03:03 Integrating the Walrus and Boat

03:37 Refining the Walrus's Look

04:01 Dynamic Wet Maps

04:20 Houdini and Collaboration