Special Effects

Introduction

More and more special effects are being utelised in todays visual productions.

Description

Special Effects are visual techniques in movies that are difficult or impossible to film. Models, costumes and props all combine to produce visual illusions. The best special effects are most successful when building a realistic and believable impression that the viewer can fully relate to.

Technical Interfaces

Special Effects are more than ever being facilitated by computer software. 3D CAD and animation software like Maya are used to create animated sequences that can be perfected. Physical Special Effects involve actors, painting, art and model sculpting, among many other techniques.

Ideas for Special Effects

Special Effects are increasingly dependent on computers. Clay-mation techniques and stop-motion animations are frequently surprising and refreshing when you are surrounded by similar visual effects. Finding a good balance between choice of effect technique can keep the viewer guessing and surprised.

Projects primarily in this medium

  • Aragorn Weapon Stunt Doubles
  • Army of the Dead Weaponry
  • Gimli's Axes
  • Haradrim Bows and Arrows
  • Hobbit Sword Stunt Doubles
  • On-Set Filming - The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring
  • Sauron Stunt Suit of Armour
  • The Lord of the Rings Film Trilogy
  • The Mouth of Sauron Helmet
  • Various Rohan Armour