Join us for conversations about where computer graphics and filmmaking meet. From VFX and virtual production to real-time workflows, AI, and emerging technology, we talk with the people actually building, creating, and shaping the future of production.
AI Native Productions - Manage AI assets, workflows and production at scale I CG Pro Podcast Ep.103
In this episode of the CG Pro podcast, host Edd D-T engages with Gary Mundell and Remko Noteboom, industry veterans in VFX and technology. They share their journeys into computer graphics, discussing the challenges and innovations in the field, particularly around data management and the integration of AI in filmmaking. The conversation highlights the evolution of VFX workflows, the impact of software like Maya, and the founding of Loft Apps, which aims to address ongoing challenges in the industry. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the transformative impact of AI on creative processes, particularly in visual effects and filmmaking. They explore how AI tools are evolving to enhance creativity, streamline workflows, and enable real-time collaboration. The discussion also touches on the implications of AI in software engineering, the changing nature of asset management, and the ongoing challenges of achieving photorealism in digital art. They reflect on the balance between technology and human creativity, emphasizing the need for collaboration between AI and human artists.They emphasize the importance of collaboration between artists and scientists, the necessity of organization in creative processes, and the development of tools for effective asset management. The conversation also touches on the legal aspects of AI, the introduction of the Loft AI platform, and offers advice for aspiring creatives in a rapidly changing landscape!
30 Jul 2026
From Comic Books to Cinematic Masterpieces: Marc Rienzo's VFX Supervisor Journey I Podcast Ep.102
What happens when a comic book artist becomes a visual effects supervisor at the forefront of filmmaking technology?
In this episode, Marc Rienzo shares his journey from drawing comic book panels to creating cinematic worlds through visual effects. Along the way, we explore how the VFX industry has evolved, what AI means for the future of filmmaking, and why great storytelling will always matter more than the tools we use.
29 Jul 2026
Human-Centered Animation at Scale: Balancing tech, talent, and budget | Sarah Watling CG Pro Podcast EP 101
What happens when AI hype collides with a real production pipeline? In this episode of the CG Pro Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Watling, Co-Founder and CEO of JALI Research, to discuss the economics of animated character performance, the hidden costs that derail productions, and why great performances still depend on human creative decisions. JALI's facial animation technology has been used by leading studios and developers including Blizzard, CD Projekt Red, Riot Games, Sony Interactive Entertainment, LEGO, and many others. Rather than chasing shortcuts, Sarah shares a practical perspective on how automation can help artists scale production while preserving the performance, emotion, and storytelling that audiences connect with!
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