Advanced Flame II

Taught by John Montgomery

Course Number:
FLM302
Software Version:
2008 
Original Run Date:
January 2008 
Duration:
6 hours 18 minutes 
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This course was recorded on Flame 2008. Some of the information is outdated, but due to popular request we have brought it back since there is still useful information as part of the course.

An advanced look at flame, covering a broad range of subjects for various workflows. For instance, we'll take a look at using Flame for feature film and higher bit depth work. We'll also cover things such as scripting to automate batch renders, soft import workflow and assembly of XML from Final Cut Pro, dealing with QuickTime, and more.
 
Advanced Flame II
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Class Listing

Class 1

Zombie torso fix for "I Love Sarah Jane". Tracking tips and alternate fix methods using patches and camera projection

Class 2

Automation of batch renders through scripting. Also covers command-line tools for creating QuickTime movies and uploading files.

Class 3

A conversation with Jeff Heusser about film compositing on FFI

Class 4

FCP XML support in flame, working with RED Log DPX, QuickTime, and a scripting quick tip

Class 5

Guest prof Victor Wolansky takes us through integrating 3D renders and models in action into the fxphd car scene. Part 1 of 2.

Class 6

Guest prof Victor Wolansky takes us through integrating 3D renders and models in action into the fxphd car scene. Part 2 of 2.

Class 7

A breakdown of a graphics design project in batch, including a cool caching trick using soft import. Also, setting up nfs watch folders on OSX to automatically generate movies with codecs that are unsupported on linux.

Class 8

Mike takes a look at projectors.

Class 9

A close look at the Warper tool.

Class 10

Practical use of the Distort tool.