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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 12h

It's time, people 👻🎃 This year we're hosting #Flipbooktober2026 once again on our Discord server. Feel free to hop on and start animating tomorrow: discord.gg/Rb62W8agyc #FramebyFrame #VFX #Animation #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 17h

Shapes, colors, and composition are the bread and butter of stylized effects. That is what weeks 4 and 5 are all about in the Stylized Class 🧵 Kicking off on October 19th: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/styl... #GameDev #RealTimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Magic Beam by Renzo Solorzano Created using Unity, Blender and Photoshop www.artstation.com/artwork/1xKeV3 #RealtimeVFX #Unity3D #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hand-painted acid rain VFX by Vladyslav Horobets Created using Unity, Krita, and Blender www.artstation.com/artwork/P6JZl8 #VFXArt #GameVFX #Unity3D

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Porcelain Lissandra, League of Legends by Jose Estrada www.artstation.com/artwork/klae10 #LeagueOfLegends #VFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're incredibly proud of the work our students did during the Professional VFX Portfolio class! So much work went into creating and polishing these effects. #GameDev #VFX #Unreal #Unity #RealTimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Here are some incredible effects our students created during the Professional VFX Portfolio class. Our mentors worked together with the group to develop the best final versions 🎉 #GameDev #VFX #Unreal #Unity #RealTimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're incredibly proud of the work our students did during the Professional VFX Portfolio class! So much work went into creating and polishing these effects. #GameDev #VFX #Unreal #Unity #RealTimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Clear AOE helps maintain competitive integrity in the most intense gameplay moments. Our guide breaks down how VFX artists use color theory, shape language, and visual tricks to make multiplayer battlefields instantly readable: www.vfxapprentice.com/blog/area-of... #GameDev #TechArt #RealTimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A look inside Week 1 of our Timing Class: rigorous analysis and precise calculations 🧮 By breaking down complex timing and structural frames, these artists extract actionable production expertise to accelerate their growth as VFX professionals. #VisualEffects #VFXArtist #GameDevelopment #TechArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A look inside Week 1 of our Timing Class: rigorous analysis and precise calculations 🧮 Our students selected their own production references to reverse-engineer and deeply understand the professional workflows of high-end studios. #VisualEffects #VFXArtist #GameDevelopment #TechArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Here's what our Stylized VFX in Unreal students graduated with at the last launch. Our mentors are already prepping for the next cohort this October 🎉 #GameDev #VFX #Unreal

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Round and soft vs. spiky and sharp - you don't need to speak shape language to feel its impact! Learn how to fix boring shapes with Jason's classic Shape Style Guide: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQDQ... #VFX #RealTimeVFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

How does Genshin Impact achieve its iconic, snappy combat feel? They rely on clever technical art tricks rather than heavy physics to craft its legendary VFX. Deconstruct the magic behind the stylized combat: bit.ly/4h1Iw4f #GenshinImpact #VFX #TechArt #GameDev #AnimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Chromatic Surge by Florian Dury Made using Unity, Photoshop, Blender, After Effects, and Substance 3D Designer #Unity #VFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Anime Sci-Fi Gunner VFX by Can Bayar Created using Unreal Engine, Clip Studio Paint, Blender, Houdini, and Substance Designer #GameDev #VFX #UE5

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Tuatara @tuataragames.com · 17/09/2026

In collaboration with Riot Games, we contributed VFX work to the Blackthorn Collection in #VALORANT for the Classic, Marshal and Guardian. See more of the work here: tuataragames.com/work/valorant #realtimevfx #gamedev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Area of Effect (AoE) spells are just as critical to a game’s identity as character design. 🪄 Whether balancing 3D hitboxes or designing clear visual outlines, learn how top artists craft stunning, high-performance AoE indicators. www.vfxapprentice.com/blog/area-of... #GameDev #VFX #TechArt

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The VFX Artist's Guide to Area of Effect - What is AOE?

The Area of Effect refers to an ability or spell that can affect multiple targets within a specific designated area. Let's learn how to create AOE VFX in games!

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

💫 Elemental VFX Designs by Julie Lafeuille #VFX #ConceptArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Mizuchi Shield by Thomas Corvée Created using Unreal Engine 5, Photoshop, Blender and Mixamo #UE5 #VFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

A throwback to these incredible Flamethrower VFX by Ivan Boyko, created using Adobe Animate 🔥 #VFX #2DVFX #FrameByFrame #Animate #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

💥 LAST CHANCE: Advanced Shader Class starts TODAY at 7 PM CDT 💥 See what our students created in this class! Master the intermediate-to-advanced technical toolkit top studios use to create satisfying, high-fidelity VFX in production. #UnrealEngine #UE5 #VFX #TechArt #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🧊 Build advanced shaders in Unreal and learn the best practices with live art direction and critique. Our mentor Ashley Lyons (Borderlands 3&4) is ready to take off with the new group tomorrow! You can still join in: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/adva... #TechArt #GameDev #VFX #UnrealEngine

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Your effects should feel rewarding even in greybox. This is what our students do during the Timing class: plan timing with block-in, tweak it until the effect hits the spot. A few spots are still available: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/inte... #GameVFX #GameDev #TechArt #RealtimeVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We kick off in a few hours! Jason Keyser and Mia Yang are getting ready to meet the group and host the first session 🧑‍🏫 Some spots are still available. Once we start, enrollment is closed until next year: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/inte... #GameDev #VFX

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Intensity Timing for Games | VFX Apprentice Mentored Course

Add the punch your game VFX are missing. Timing is a difficult fundamental to master. Learn the difference between average effects and intense real-time impacts.

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VFX Therapy @vfxtherapy.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Stylized beach shader by @LirazLinzen, where CG code meets sun, sand, and sea. A little experiment in art + programming. Always learning, always experimenting. 🌊 #vfx #techart

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LumosLogica @lumoslogica.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Having fun with Curl Noise Force, mesh orientation, and facing modes in Niagara 🌀 Love how much motion character comes out of combining these simple forces 😍 @unrealengine.bsky.social @vfxapprentice.bsky.social #UnrealEngine #Niagara #VFX #GameDev #TechArt #RealTimeVFX #UE5

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Gearbox Software VFX Lead Ashley Lyons is guiding our upcoming Advanced Shader class. Learn production-proven techniques directly from a veteran who shapes AAA worlds. A few seats are still available, starting September 15th: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/adva... #TechArt #UE5 #RealTimeVFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

"As long as you still keep the passion and love doing it, it doesn't matter if you progress a little bit slower." - Mia Yang, a mentor of the upcoming Timing Class. A few seats are still available, starting September 14th: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/inte... #VFXArtist #RealTimeVFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

What is competitive integrity in video games, and how can VFX make or break it? #VFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Here's what our students created during the Advanced Unreal Shaders class. Want to learn the intermediate technical toolkit for VFX in production? Join the next launch, starting September 15th: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/adva... #UnrealEngine5 #TechArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Shifting to a player-first perspective changes everything. If your game prioritizes high-fidelity, punchy, and deeply satisfying AAA immersive effects over pure stylization, players will feel the impact. #GameDev #VFX #Gaming

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

📈 During Week 1 of the Timing class, we will learn methods to analyze VFX intensity, visualize it clearly, and start building your own library of stylish, punchy references. Starting in 2 days: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/inte... #VFX #RealTimeVFX #GameDev #Animation

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Super excited to kick off with our students enrolled in the Advanced Unreal Shaders class next week. If you've been wanting to join, these are the final days to sign up for the mentorship from a Lead VFX Artist at Gearbox Software. www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/adva... #VFX #GameDev #TechArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Keep in mind that high-intensity effects may interfere with gameplay clarity when it matters most. #VFX #GameDev #RealTimeVFX #GameDesign

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

💥 Is VFX fan art worth doing? Absolutely. Recreating studio effects is one of the best ways to reverse-engineer how professionals solve problems. A direct copy won't stand out in a portfolio, but the educational value is unmatched! #VFX #GameDev #RealTimeVFX #VFXArtist #FanArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Level up your real-time VFX skills with Magic Shield Breakdown! This intermediate course takes you inside Unreal Engine 5 to build a stunning, starry magical shield using the Niagara particle system. #VFX #RealTimeVFX #UnrealEngine5 #UE5 #NiagaraVFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

⚔️Melee Sword Combo Attack by Shannon Grosenbacher Created using Unreal, Blender, and Photoshop #GameDev #RealTimeVFX #UE5

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

"Giving a skill to someone else makes the whole team better. A rising tide lifts all boats." 🌊That's the mindset Gearbox Software VFX Lead Ashley Lyons brings to Advanced Unreal Shaders Class: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/adva... Watch his demo reel below! #VFXArtist #UnrealEngine #GameDev #VFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Want to master the rhythm, vibe, and pacing of your effects? Mobile game VFX artist Mia Yang is guiding our upcoming 4-week class focused entirely on VFX timing: www.vfxapprentice.com/courses/inte... See the punch you’re about to learn from below! #VisualEffects #RealtimeVFX #GameArt #TechArt

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

When different departments give conflicting notes, artists can easily doubt their own talent. Know that you're not the problem! We have a community to remind each other of our worth, share our struggles, and lift each other up ❤️‍🩹 #VFX #GameDev #ArtistLife #CreativeCommunity

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

If you want to understand the core mechanics of color and digital light behavior in real-time engines, we have broken it all down for you. Read our full guide on Color Theory 101 for VFX Artists: www.vfxapprentice.com/blog/color-1... #VFX #GameDev #Art #ColorTheory #RealTimeVFX

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Learn Color Theory for VFX Artists

What do RGB and HSV even mean? Let's learn Color Theory for VFX together: dive into the fundamentals of color and how to use color to create visual effects.

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kit does vfx @simplyjustkit.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I recently took the Advanced Shader class by @vfxapprentice.bsky.social and created a "magical orb" material from scratch, incorporating lots of new techniques and workflows. Thank you to Oli McDonald for your mentorship throughout the 4 weeks! #realtimevfx #vfx #ue5

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Meet your next mentor: a Senior Real-time VFX Artist, Mia Yang. ⚡She specializes in crafting stylized hero skills inspired by the aesthetics of games like League of Legends. See her exceptional flow and movement in the demo reel below! #VFX #GameDev #StylizedVFX

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Yellow & purple are NOT friends on the color wheel 💜🙅💛 Mix them linearly, and your render goes gray. Nature fixes this by bridging the gap with magentas and oranges. Keep your pixels vibrant! #VFXArtist #3DArt #VFX #GameDev

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VFX Apprentice @vfxapprentice.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Meet your next mentor: Ashley Lyons, VFX Lead at Gearbox Software! With over a decade of experience crafting iconic effects for Borderlands 3 and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, he’s bringing his AAA expertise straight to our students. Watch his stunning demo reel below⚡ #VFX #GameDev #TechArt

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