Portfolio
Hi, I'm Sai Shashank, a lighting and Compositing artist. This is my website where I showcase my VFX works. Feel free to browse through my portfolio and discover my creative projects.
Train Window Green Screen Replacement
Keying/Compositing/Nuke X Particle System
In this VFX compositing project, I worked on replacing a green screen background for a train window scene. My responsibilities included keying out the green screen to ensure a clean extraction of the foreground elements. I performed color grading to harmonize the inserted background with the scene's overall tone, enhancing realism and visual coherence. Additionally, I utilized Nuke X particles to create realistic water drops on the window. The project also involved adding camera shake, grain, lens scratches, and reflections to enhance the authenticity and immersion of the final composition, resulting in a compelling and dynamic visual experience.
CGI Integration Dragon
CGI integration/Deep Comp/Lighting Match/Full Composite
A photorealistic CGI integration of a dragon into live-action footage. This scene was meticulously crafted using advanced compositing techniques in Nuke, focusing on accurate lighting, shadow integration, and environmental interaction to seamlessly blend the dragon with the real-world environment, achieving a highly realistic and immersive final result.
Portfolio
DEEP Compositing CGI
Deep Comp/Lighting Match/Full Composite
Full CGI shot with a major focus on deep compositing. Utilized advanced compositing techniques to achieve accurate depth interactions and realistic lighting, enhancing the overall visual depth and integration of the scene.
Automobile CGI
Matchmove/Deep Comp/CGI Integration
CGI integration of a car into live-action footage, employing advanced compositing techniques in Nuke to achieve a seamless blend of digital and real elements. This project focused on meticulous attention to realistic lighting and reflections, ensuring that the CGI car accurately matched the environment's lighting conditions and reflections. By utilizing techniques such as color correction, depth of field adjustments, and motion tracking, the integration was optimized to enhance photorealism and maintain visual consistency throughout the scene. The final result showcases the ability to blend CGI elements with live-action footage convincingly, creating a cohesive and immersive visual experience.
Real Steel Inspired Scene
Cinematography/Matchmove/Lighting/CGI Integration
In another project inspired by "Real Steel," I took on multiple roles, including cinematography, matchmoving, CGI integration, compositing, and lighting. I performed matchmoving in 3D Equalizer to synchronize the live-action footage with the CGI elements precisely. For the lighting, I used Maya to create realistic and visually appealing lighting setups. Finally, I handled the compositing in Nuke, seamlessly blending the live-action and CGI components to achieve a cohesive and dynamic final shot, showcasing my expertise in creating complex visual effects.
CUTICURA COMMERCIAL
Compositor and 3d Generalist
In a commercial project, I took on the role of a compositor to enhance a scene featuring falling bottles. Going beyond the usual, I crafted the entire scene in 3D. But here's the real twist—I seamlessly added labels to each falling bottle through precise rendering and compositing. This creative approach not only captured attention but also showcased the fusion of technology and artistry. 3D scene crafting meets seamless label integration, turning a simple commercial into a visually captivating narrative.
CGI Car Drift
Cinematography/Matchmove/Lighting/CGI Integration
CGI car drift sequence featuring comprehensive integration of digital and live-action elements. This shot involved filming the live-action plates, followed by detailed compositing, precise lighting adjustments, and match moving. The process began with capturing the live-action footage, then the CGI car was integrated using advanced compositing techniques in Nuke. Realistic lighting and shadows were crafted to match the dynamic environment of the drift, enhancing the overall believability of the scene. Match moving ensured accurate alignment between the CGI elements and live-action footage, contributing to a smooth and seamless visual experience. The result is a visually compelling and immersive depiction of a high-speed car drift.
UNREAL- NUKE LIVE LINK
LIVE LINK UNREAL-NUKE,COMPOSITING
In compositing this shot, I integrated virtual elements with live-action footage using Live Link between Nuke and Unreal Engine. Taking control of the live linking process ensured real-time adjustments for cohesion. I managed green screen compositing, adeptly removing backgrounds and replacing them with Unreal Engine renders with precision. By closely monitoring the live feed and adjusting camera angles, lighting, and virtual assets, I maintained consistency in perspective and aesthetic. The result was a seamless blend of real and virtual worlds, elevating the shot's visual impact and storytelling.
MATCH TO LIVE ACTION
LIGHTING,COMPOSITING,RENDERING
Within this project, I undertook the challenge of seamlessly integrating CGI object into the real world, a process that required expertise in color, lighting, rendering, and compositing. Through a meticulous study of the real-world environment, I ensured the CGI elements not only mirrored reality but enhanced it. This fusion of technical precision and creative flair resulted in a visual composition where color, lighting, rendering, and compositing converge, elevating the project to a realm where the virtual seamlessly harmonizes with reality.
MINIATURE CAR VFX
Matchmove,Animation,Lighting and Compositing
In this project, I seamlessly integrated live-action footage with a composited miniature 3D car, overseeing 3D lighting, matchmove, and animation. Ensuring a flawless blend, it resulted in a visually immersive experience showcasing technical expertise in composition. Explore the fusion of live action and miniature dynamics, where each frame tells a story of precision, innovation, and a passion for visual storytelling.