• So, Stephen King’s *The Institute* has graced our screens with a start so lackluster it makes a damp sponge feel vibrant. After being spoiled by the eerie brilliance of *Mr. Mercedes* and the spine-tingling *Castle Rock*, one might have expected a thrilling ride. Instead, we’ve been served a lukewarm cup of “meh,” courtesy of MGM+. It's like the show took a page from King’s lesser works—where the only thing chilling is the disappointment. Did they think we wouldn’t notice? Tune in to see if they can conjure something remotely engaging, or just stick to the books for your horror fix.

    #StephenKing #TheInstitute #TVShowReview #MGMPlus #H
    So, Stephen King’s *The Institute* has graced our screens with a start so lackluster it makes a damp sponge feel vibrant. After being spoiled by the eerie brilliance of *Mr. Mercedes* and the spine-tingling *Castle Rock*, one might have expected a thrilling ride. Instead, we’ve been served a lukewarm cup of “meh,” courtesy of MGM+. It's like the show took a page from King’s lesser works—where the only thing chilling is the disappointment. Did they think we wouldn’t notice? Tune in to see if they can conjure something remotely engaging, or just stick to the books for your horror fix. #StephenKing #TheInstitute #TVShowReview #MGMPlus #H
    Stephen King's The Institute TV Show Is Off To A Lackluster Start
    kotaku.com
    As a Constant Reader of Stephen King’s works, I also find myself a Constant Viewer of the many new television adaptations of his stories. And boy have I been treated of late, with the incredible Mr. Mercedes, the pleasingly chilling Castle Rock, and
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  • In a delightful twist of fate, it seems that Wi-Fi in the US is about to take a scenic route to slower connections, courtesy of Trump’s latest law. Yes, folks, the FCC is gearing up to auction off that precious spectrum that's supposed to usher in next-gen Wi-Fi. Who needs fast internet anyway? Let’s all gather around our slow connections like it's the good old dial-up days! And don’t worry about the under-resourced communities; they’ll just have to get creative with their buffering strategies. After all, nothing says “progress” like making connectivity a luxury rather than a basic right. Can’t wait to see how this one unfolds!

    #WiFiWoes #SlowInternet #FCC #TrumpLaw #TechTr
    In a delightful twist of fate, it seems that Wi-Fi in the US is about to take a scenic route to slower connections, courtesy of Trump’s latest law. Yes, folks, the FCC is gearing up to auction off that precious spectrum that's supposed to usher in next-gen Wi-Fi. Who needs fast internet anyway? Let’s all gather around our slow connections like it's the good old dial-up days! And don’t worry about the under-resourced communities; they’ll just have to get creative with their buffering strategies. After all, nothing says “progress” like making connectivity a luxury rather than a basic right. Can’t wait to see how this one unfolds! #WiFiWoes #SlowInternet #FCC #TrumpLaw #TechTr
    www.wired.com
    The FCC wants to auction off spectrum that's behind next-gen Wi-Fi. Consumer advocacy groups say this will make connections busier and slower, and could affect under-resourced communities the most.
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  • Ah, California! The land of sunshine, dreams, and the ever-elusive promise of tax credits that could rival a Hollywood blockbuster in terms of drama. Rumor has it that the state is considering a whopping 35% increase in tax credits to boost audiovisual production. Because, you know, who wouldn’t want to encourage more animated characters to come to life in a state where the cost of living is practically animated itself?

    Let’s talk about these legislative gems—Assembly Bill 1138 and Senate Bill 630. Apparently, they’re here to save the day, expanding the scope of existing tax aids like some overzealous superhero. I mean, why stop at simply attracting filmmakers when you can also throw in visual effects and animation? It’s like giving a kid a whole candy store instead of a single lollipop. Who can say no to that?

    But let’s pause for a moment and ponder the implications of this grand gesture. More tax credits mean more projects, which means more animated explosions, talking squirrels, and heartfelt stories about the struggles of a sentient avocado trying to find love in a world that just doesn’t understand it. Because, let’s face it, nothing says “artistic integrity” quite like a financial incentive large enough to fund a small country.

    And what do we have to thank for this potential windfall? Well, it seems that politicians have finally realized that making movies is a lot more profitable than, say, fixing potholes or addressing climate change. Who knew? Instead of investing in infrastructure that might actually benefit the people living there, they decided to invest in the fantasy world of visual effects. Because really, what’s more important—smooth roads or a high-speed chase featuring a CGI dinosaur?

    As we delve deeper into this world of tax credit excitement, let’s not forget the underlying truth: these credits are essentially a “please stay here” plea to filmmakers who might otherwise take their talents to greener pastures (or Texas, where they also have sweet deals going on). So, here’s to hoping that the next big animated feature isn’t just a celebration of creativity but also a financial statement that makes accountants drool.

    So get ready, folks! The next wave of animated masterpieces is coming, fueled by tax incentives and the relentless pursuit of cinematic glory. Who doesn’t want to see more characters with existential crises brought to life on screen, courtesy of our taxpayer dollars? Bravo, California! You’ve truly outdone yourself. Now let’s just hope these tax credits don’t end up being as ephemeral as a poorly rendered CGI character.

    #CaliforniaTaxCredits #Animation #VFX #Hollywood #TaxIncentives
    Ah, California! The land of sunshine, dreams, and the ever-elusive promise of tax credits that could rival a Hollywood blockbuster in terms of drama. Rumor has it that the state is considering a whopping 35% increase in tax credits to boost audiovisual production. Because, you know, who wouldn’t want to encourage more animated characters to come to life in a state where the cost of living is practically animated itself? Let’s talk about these legislative gems—Assembly Bill 1138 and Senate Bill 630. Apparently, they’re here to save the day, expanding the scope of existing tax aids like some overzealous superhero. I mean, why stop at simply attracting filmmakers when you can also throw in visual effects and animation? It’s like giving a kid a whole candy store instead of a single lollipop. Who can say no to that? But let’s pause for a moment and ponder the implications of this grand gesture. More tax credits mean more projects, which means more animated explosions, talking squirrels, and heartfelt stories about the struggles of a sentient avocado trying to find love in a world that just doesn’t understand it. Because, let’s face it, nothing says “artistic integrity” quite like a financial incentive large enough to fund a small country. And what do we have to thank for this potential windfall? Well, it seems that politicians have finally realized that making movies is a lot more profitable than, say, fixing potholes or addressing climate change. Who knew? Instead of investing in infrastructure that might actually benefit the people living there, they decided to invest in the fantasy world of visual effects. Because really, what’s more important—smooth roads or a high-speed chase featuring a CGI dinosaur? As we delve deeper into this world of tax credit excitement, let’s not forget the underlying truth: these credits are essentially a “please stay here” plea to filmmakers who might otherwise take their talents to greener pastures (or Texas, where they also have sweet deals going on). So, here’s to hoping that the next big animated feature isn’t just a celebration of creativity but also a financial statement that makes accountants drool. So get ready, folks! The next wave of animated masterpieces is coming, fueled by tax incentives and the relentless pursuit of cinematic glory. Who doesn’t want to see more characters with existential crises brought to life on screen, courtesy of our taxpayer dollars? Bravo, California! You’ve truly outdone yourself. Now let’s just hope these tax credits don’t end up being as ephemeral as a poorly rendered CGI character. #CaliforniaTaxCredits #Animation #VFX #Hollywood #TaxIncentives
    3dvf.com
    La Californie pourrait augmenter ses crédits d’impôt pour favoriser la production audiovisuelle. Une évolution qui aurait aussi un impact sur les effets visuels et l’animation.Deux projets législatifs (Assembly Bill 1138 & Senate Bill
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  • This is my first VFX shot.

    For camera tracking - After Effects
    Composition - Blender
    HDRI - Created by me of my room
    Model - K-2SO head Created by me (Tutorial courtesy - MARWAN PAINTER )
    Engine - Cycle (sample - 100)

    It took me around 7 Hrs to render. Sorry about the actual video footage being too low quality.

    Hopefully next time I can pull off a industry standard quality VFX.
    This is my first VFX shot. For camera tracking - After Effects Composition - Blender HDRI - Created by me of my room Model - K-2SO head Created by me (Tutorial courtesy - MARWAN PAINTER ) Engine - Cycle (sample - 100) It took me around 7 Hrs to render. Sorry about the actual video footage being too low quality. Hopefully next time I can pull off a industry standard quality VFX.
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  • 5th 3D render

    K-2SO Chibi version Head from star wars

    Blender 4.0

    Engine - Cycle(150 sample)

    Texturing - Substance Painter

    Course courtesy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXKHI9LYz4U&list=PLAChrYYbCCDDe02sWOBuk2YWfBjGEF6h8
    5th 3D render K-2SO Chibi version Head from star wars Blender 4.0 Engine - Cycle(150 sample) Texturing - Substance Painter Course courtesy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXKHI9LYz4U&list=PLAChrYYbCCDDe02sWOBuk2YWfBjGEF6h8
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