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Master The Art of Cinematic effects

Learn to integrate Cinematic Effects, plan VFX bidding, and elevate storytelling. Gain industry insights and tools to transform your craft.

Abdel Halim Garess is an Annie Award-nominated and Broadcast Award-winning FX/VFX Supervisor and Film Producer with over

20 Hollywood blockbusters to his credit.

A graduate of Dwarf Labs in Montpellier, France, he has worked at renowned VFX studios such as MPC, Framestore, and ILM in London.

His notable projects include the Oscar-winning The Jungle Book, Prehistoric Planet, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 & 2, Star Wars, 300: Rise of an Empire, the acclaimed series Silo, and the Cyberpunk 2077 Game Cinematic.

What You'll Learn

Development Phase

  • Break narrative into exposition, conflict, climax, resolution.

  • Use visual intensity curve to guide pacing and visuals.

Production Insights

  • Capture data (HDRI, chrome/grey balls and more).

  • Solve issues on-set, avoid "fix it in post."

Pre-production Essentials

  • Plan with storyboarding, previs, techvis, and VFX budgeting.

Post-production Insights

  • Use on-set data for accurate lighting/textures.

  • Seamlessly integrate live-action and CG elements.

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Master the Art of VFX Integration  Online

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Interactive Masterclass

for 5 Artists

 

Hands-on group training to master VFX integration.

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VFX Mastery

One-to-One Coaching


Personalised guidance to refine your VFX workflow.

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Choose your session and elevate your skills today!

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Custom Advanced Masterclass:

In-Person Sessions


Tailored to meet the unique needs of organisations, including VFX and animation schools, film festivals, and educational institutions.

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For more information or to discuss your requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

This masterclass was a game-changer! Under the guidance of industry supervisor Mr. Abdel Halim, the session merged expert demos with hands-on training, breaking down compositing, motion tracking, and VFX workflows. His real-world expertise and clear instruction transformed intricate methods into actionable skills.

testimonials

Even as a professional in this industry for 8 years, I learnt so many things from this masterclass that I had previously overlooked. Abdel, a VFX veteran with years of experience and extensive knowledge, generously shared practical tips and advanced techniques that can be immediately applied to real-world projects.

This masterclass was truly eye-opening, helping me realize many aspects I missed in my learning journey, especially the importance of storytelling in cinematics. The technical segment was equally valuable, providing a comprehensive overview of industry-standard workflows. This masterclass is a must-see no matter your level or role in the VFX world!

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