Learn Professional Visual Effects (VFX): Fusion Certification Course (1-On-1)
For students interested in a career in visual effects. I will work 1-on-1 with your student to teach fundamentals of compositing using Fusion's node-based workflow. The software is free, project files and course book are provided as well.
Chadwick Washington
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What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed60 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1 hour per week. After each class, students will be assigned to complete a specific number of pages from the course book. It will not be checked for correctness, but if students have problems they will be able to take a screenshot of their screen and send it to me for additional assistance.Assessment
Assessments will be be offered by means of Zoom's poll feature. They will be offered at the conclusion of each lesson. Students are required to take the quizzes.Class Experience
Embark on a journey where creativity meets technology, and bring your imagination to life in the world of visual effects. Delve into a realm where your passion for art and technology intertwine seamlessly, shaping breathtaking cinematic experiences. If you’ve seen the any major Hollywood blockbuster, then you’ve already seen Fusion in action! Over a 1000 major films have used Fusion to create their stunning visual effects since 2015. It’s built into DaVinci Resolve and features a node based workflow with hundreds of 2D and 3D tools. Used by professional studios and independent filmmakers alike, this course will introduce you to all the features of this powerful (and free) software. Fusion is ideal for everything from quick fixes such as retouching and repairing shots to creating true Hollywood caliber effects. You can use it to clone out an unwanted mic, replace a sign, create dynamically animated titles or even place characters into 3D scenes. It's your new secret weapon for visual effect and motion graphics! No previous background in visual effects is required. This is an in-depth, immersive course designed to teach you the complete fundamentals of VFX and you will also have the option to get certified from Davinci Resolve at the end of the course! As a visual effects artist, you'll wield the power to transform ordinary scenes into extraordinary realms, crafting worlds beyond imagination. Embrace the thrill of pushing boundaries, solving complex challenges, and leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Dare to dream big and consider a career in visual effects, where your creativity knows no bounds and your talents illuminate the silver screen! NOTES: It is strongly encouraged that you have TWO monitors, this way as I teach the course you can follow along with me on one monitor and repeat the same actions on the other. The entire course is 10 months long (January through May, then August to December). This course is for beginners but it is preferable that you have some experience using Davinci Resolve. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ( Your computer must meet at least the minimum requirements in order to run Davinci Resolve properly - updated July 2023) CPU: Minimum: Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7 Recommended: Intel Core i9 or AMD Ryzen 9 RAM: Minimum: 16GB Recommended: 32GB+ GPU: Minimum: 4GB VRAM Recommended: 8GB+ VRAM Media Storage: Minimum: SSD or RAID Recommended: SSD, Direct Attached RAID or NAS RAID (10GbE)
Learning Goals
Learning the Fusion Software
Compositing Split Screens
Sky Replacement
Replacing Signs and Screens
Compositing Green-Screen Content
Titling and Motion Graphics
Credit Rolls and Title Templates
Animating with Keyframes and Modifiers
3D Compositing
Setting up a 3D Scene
3D Broadcast Graphics
3D Particle Systems
3D Camera Tracking
Light Wrap
Smoke Creation Using Fast Noise
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
It's recommended that you have a basic understanding of Davinci Resolve but this is not hard requirement.
Supply List
Links to download the course book and project files will be provided by the teacher.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Bridgeport
I currently teach professional video editing , color grading, audio production and visual effects. I have been an educator for nearly two decades and have experience teaching a wide variety of subjects to all age groups. I am currently producing a comedy-VFX series for YouTube. Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$100
per sessionMeets on demand
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
