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About<\/h1>\n

I’m Phill; a Product Owner and VFX technical artist specializing in phenomena, simulation, and procedural workflows. I have over 10 years of experience working in the creative industry. Visual programming and proceduralism are my tools of choice when creating visual effects ranging from destruction to magic. I am using my passion and experience to develop new products and features to empower artists worldwide.<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” vertically_center_columns=”true” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#fbfbfb” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”0″ bottom_padding=”0″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#f7f7f7″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-1-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]
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Houdini<\/h4>\n

I am fluent in simulation and procedural workflows using Houdini. I have experience setting up tools and digital assets to optimize productions. Creativity, problem solving, renderfarms, distributed simulations, and python are used often to solve complex problems and deliver\u00a0art directed\u00a0results. <\/div>

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Nuke<\/h4>\n

Compositing tool of choice. Another procedural powerhouse that enhances my 3D workflow. <\/div>

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Maya<\/h4>\n

Compliments my skillset in other 3D digital content creation apps. Proficient in lighting, rendering, and simulation. <\/div>

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Scripting<\/h4>\n

An essential tool for a technical artist. Python, Bash, CSH, HScript, Mel, and Vex are languages I am using most often to streamline production and create innovative toolsets. <\/div>

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Computer Hardware \/ Software<\/h4>\n

Experience with Linux, Unix, OSX, and Windows operating systems. Understanding of essential system architecture. <\/div>

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Problem Solving<\/h4>\n

No two effects are the same. Unique, art directable solutions require creative solutions and an open mind. Learning is part of the process. <\/div>

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Bifrost<\/p>\n\t\t\t

99<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Houdini<\/p>\n\t\t\t

98<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Maya<\/p>\n\t\t\t

50<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Nuke<\/p>\n\t\t\t

60<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Adobe Suite<\/p>\n\t\t\t

45<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Python<\/p>\n\t\t\t

55<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Photography<\/p>\n\t\t\t

65<\/i>%<\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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VFX Supervision<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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The Latest and Greatest<\/h3>\n[divider line_type=”Small Line” custom_height=”50″]\n

Have a look at the best new work I’m able to share. A selection of my professional work for film and commercials.<\/h2>\nMy Work<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-7-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ffffff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

Dig a little deeper<\/h3>\n[divider line_type=”Small Line” custom_height=”50″]\n

See what is cooking in the lab. Tests, breakdowns, and passion projects are just a click away.<\/h2>\n

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