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Since 2014, CG Garage has brought lively, informal conversations with Oscar-winning legends, visionary artists, and the innovators driving the industry's biggest technological leaps. From in-depth interviews to spirited roundtable discussions, hosts Chris Nichols and Daniel Thron explore the art, craft, and future of filmmaking. With Hollywood in the middle of a major revolution, we talk to the fi... more

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From disrupting the print industry with the original Macintosh to building bespoke tech for Premier League teams, Ivan Reel has always lived at the bleeding edge of media. Now the Head of Studio Technology at StradaXR, Reel traces his evolution from ... more

Why does the superhero spinoff Gen V often look more visceral and grounded than its blockbuster feature film counterparts? The answer lies in the unique philosophy of Visual Effects Supervisor Karen Heston, who joins Chris and Daniel to reveal the an... more

Ben Mauro is one of the industry's most respected concept artists, known for defining the look of blockbusters like Halo Infinite, but his latest venture is a masterclass in how artists can successfully build and own their own intellectual property. ... more

AI is revolutionizing cinematic lighting control with Beeble AI's Switchlight. Founder Hoon Kim explains how his tool, originally a general AI concept, became a powerful VFX asset by tackling the difficult process of relighting. Switchlight "unlights... more

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Recent Guests

Hoon Kim
Founder of Beeble.AI, a company focused on AI technology for the film industry.
Beeble.AI
Episode: Episode 526 - Hoon Kim of Beeble AI: How Switchlight Creates 'Relightable Footage' for Real-Time Filmmaking
Gabriel Regentin
VFX supervisor at Ingenuity responsible for the movie "Weapons," with extensive experience in visual effects and animation.
Ingenuity Studios
Episode: Episode 522 - Gabriel Regentin: How Ingenuity Studios Made Weapons Unbelievably Real
Sean Faden
VFX Supervisor known for his work on "Murderbot" and many other films
Episode: Episode 519 - Sean Faden, VFX Supervisor - Murderbot
Autumn Durald Arkapaw
Cinematographer known for her work on films like 'Sinners', 'Loki', and 'Wakanda Forever'
Episode: Episode 516 - Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC - Cinematographer, "Sinners"
Susan O'Neal
VFX, Post, and Technology Recruiter
BLT Recruiting
Episode: Episode 512 - Susan O'Neal - VFX, Post, and Technology Recruiter, BLT Recruiting
Michael Ralla
VFX Supervisor on 'Sinners' with a background in music and visual effects.
Chaos Group
Episode: Episode 508 - Michael Ralla - VFX Supervisor, "Sinner"
Jess Loren
CEO of Global Objects and a serial entrepreneur
Global Objects
Episode: Episode 507 - Jess Loren - CEO, Global Objects
Johnson Yan
A pioneer in computer graphics and real-time rendering
Episode: Episode 506 - Johnson Yan — Real-time CGI Pioneer
Sebastian Sylwan
VFX and technology executive with a career spanning multiple prestigious studios.
Former CTO of Weta, Technicolor Scanline
Episode: Episode 505 - Sebastian Sylwan - VFX and Technology Executive

Host

Chris Nichols
Host and main voice of the podcast, Chris brings enthusiasm and insights to the conversation with his extensive background in the field.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • VFX generalists and specialists

    I love this podcast and all of your guests. Being a former VFX artist myself, maybe you could reach out to some others like Kevin Kutcher, Chris Zapara, Kevin VanHook and Mark Kochinski. Look them up they are incredible artists that I think would add to your wonderful show. Again thank you for keeping this show so informative and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony92376
    United States7 months ago
  • One of the best

    Wonderful! Really appreciate this podcast. Thank you for bringing it! And a great honor to prof. Krivanek. What a loss for the rendering world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bing-grapgics
    United States5 years ago
  • Great content

    Love the show!

    Just wish the host would let the guests finish their sentences instead of interrupting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mmeammel
    Australia5 years ago
  • 10/10

    Love it! Googled best VFX podcasts and came across this one, not disappointed 🤲🏾 keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huoilyas
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • 5 out of 5 rating

    Thank you Chris for the authenticity, consistency and enthusiasm with which you create the podcast. The CG garage shows talk from the Chaos Group artist network during a weekly podcast with some of the biggest namens in the graphics industry. I have a portrait drawing service and I am developing in eco build design, and V-Ray renders the most enjoyable result. 5 out of 5 rating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Today 2D
    Netherlands5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many appreciate the informal, yet informative style of the conversations, finding them both entertaining and educational.
Listeners praise the engaging discussions and insights, noting the high quality of content and diverse guests.
Overall, the show is regarded as essential listening for those in the VFX and filmmaking industries.
There are calls for smoother dialogue with guests, as some listeners wish for fewer interruptions during interviews.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 527 - Ben Mauro: Expanding the World of Huxley
Q: What have you been up to since 2022?
Ben discusses completing Halo Infinite, publishing the original HUXLEY graphic novel, and working on its sequels.
Episode 525 - Dennis Berardi on Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein & Resurrecting Mr. X
Q: How did you get introduced to del Toro?
Dennis shares that he initially worked with del Toro on the film "Mimic," where they first crossed paths, and later collaborated on projects like "Pacific Rim" and "Crimson Peak."
Episode 519 - Sean Faden, VFX Supervisor - Murderbot
Q: What excites you most about your upcoming project, Highlander?
I'm excited about the potential for action and the opportunity to bring fresh ideas to a classic; it's fun to be involved in such a significant reboot.
Episode 519 - Sean Faden, VFX Supervisor - Murderbot
Q: How did you get involved with Murderbot?
I was recommended to the team early on when they were still writing the scripts, and we hit it off very well, which led me to joining the project.
Episode 516 - Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC - Cinematographer, "Sinners"
Q: What was your first introduction to visual effects?
My first major experience would be working on 'Loki', which was a big jumping-off point for me.

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