Special effects (SFX or FX) are illusions or visual tricks created for movies, television, or other media to enhance realism, create fantastical elements, or achieve a specific artistic effect. They are used to make things appear that aren’t really there or to manipulate what is already there to create a more impactful scene. Key Characteristics … Read more
Motion graphics are pieces of animation or visual effects that are used to create moving images, often used in advertising, film, and television. They are often used to create engaging and visually appealing content that can help to communicate a message or story effectively. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Movement: Motion graphics are characterized by … Read more
Computer graphics is the field of creating and manipulating images using computers. It involves the creation, storage, and manipulation of images in digital form. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Raster Graphics: Images made of pixels (e.g., JPEGs, PNGs). Vector Graphics: Images made of mathematical equations (e.g., SVGs). 3D Modeling: Creating three-dimensional representations of objects. Rendering: … Read more
Cartooning is the art of creating cartoons, which are drawings, often humorous or satirical, typically featuring simplified or exaggerated representations of people, animals, or objects. It’s a visual storytelling medium with a wide range of styles and purposes. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Exaggeration: Cartooning often uses exaggerated features to create humor or emphasize a … Read more
Animation is the rapid display of a sequence of images to create an illusion of movement. It’s a technique used to bring drawings, models, or computer-generated images to life. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Frame-by-frame process: Animation involves creating many individual images (frames) that differ slightly from one another. Persistence of vision: The human eye … Read more