Guess who's hopping on the mic this time? It's JR Strickland, a visual effects supervisor and director who has made a name for himself in the hip-hop music video scene. Not your run-of-the-mill journey to success, JR Strickland hustled his way into the VFX world, rubbing elbows with big names like Ariana Grande. Join us as he takes us down memory lane, from being a starry-eyed kid in Chicago suburbs to a key player in the music video business and his initial fixation with visual effects.
We're not just talking past and present here. JR Strickland also shares some invaluable lessons in visual effects and the art of client collaboration. We peel back the layers of his experiences, from being a PA to a VFX supervisor, underscoring the essence of passion, commitment, and understanding in this field. We also dive into the delicate balance between preparing for opportunities and grabbing them, as well as the significance of receiving and comprehending feedback.
But it doesn't end there! Get ready to explore the world of visual effects in hip-hop music videos, the role of real-world references in VFX, and how to get the most bang for your buck in VFX. We do a deep dive into the creation of the 'Kobe With the Fro' music video, revealing the techniques employed and the critical role of collaboration in the process. Ready to inspire your inner visual effects artist? This episode is your launching pad. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, this episode is a goldmine of insights that you don't want to miss.
Nocturnal Effects website https://nocturnaloperations.com/vfx
'A-Minor' http://aminormovie.com/
Buddy 'Find Me' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWTNbDkalAQ
Cal Scruby 'Kobe with the Fro' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qv5kEDlZM-g
Big Sean 'ZTFO' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4Dy-czTjAc
Hosted by Foxtrot X-Ray’s founder and “chief pixel pusher” Paul DeNigris, who brings to the conversation 30 years of experience in both independent filmmaking and visual effects, as well as 20 years of experience in teaching all aspects of digital filmmaking at the university level.
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