
Learn how to master feature-film quality fire effects using Houdini, Karma XPU and Nuke.
ONLINE WORKSHOP
Mastering Fire FX in Houdini
$199.00
Instant access to 17 lessons
Master realistic Fire FX
Rendering in Karma XPU
Compositing worfklows in Nuke
Renderable assets provided
Access to private discord
Skill Level
Intermediate
Time to Complete
5 Hours + Access to Private Discord
Software
Houdini & Nuke
Prerequisites
Houdini Fundamentals
Nuke Fundamentals
In recent years fire effects have become easier than ever to create, but creating convincing and photo-realistic fire worthy of the big screen is a whole thing entirely. This workshop will help you gain a deep understanding of how to master any fire effect in Houdini so you have the essential skills you need as an FX Artist to tackle any task with confidence. Not only will you learn to master fx simulations but you'll also learn how to light, shade, render and composite production-quality shots using Houdini, Karma XPU and Nuke - must have skills for any FX Artist.
Alex Halstead has played a part in shaping some of the world’s most iconic films, games and television series. Working at award-winning studios such as Industrial Light & Magic, Sony Imageworks, Animal Logic and Method Studios. After years of honing his craft as a Senior FX Technical Director, Alex transitioned into creative supervision in 2016. Overseeing teams in various roles as an FX Lead, FX Supervisor and Head of FX. His credits include Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, The Lego Movie, Terminator: Dark Fate, Game of Thrones, Aquaman and Star Wars projects such as Ahsoka and Skeleton Crew.
Alex is currently an FX Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic.

I'm an FX TD with 10 years experience and always eager to improve my skills and learn new tricks from other talented artists. I'm really enjoying the content, very well explained and straight to the point, without getting lost in overcomplicated setups, I love your teaching style. The lookdev/comp part is great and makes the course a well rounded product.

German De Benito
FX Supervisor at Squeeze Animation Studios
One can tell from the first video that Alex is a great teacher, has a very structured mindset and an insane amount of experience. I like that he keeps things simple the most - with native Houdini tools you can do a lot. I would recommend it to any FX TD whether junior, mid or even senior. There are hidden gems for everyone. Highly recommended!

Mohamad Shammaa
FX TD at Unexpected GmbH
I can confidently say that this workshop exceeded all my expectations. Under the expert guidance of Alex Halstead, an experienced FX Supervisor, I embarked on what proved to be a truly transformative learning journey. What immediately struck me was how the workshop mimics real studio workflows. Rather than just teaching isolated techniques, Alex walks you through creating a complete, production-quality meteor effect shot. Without hesitation, I give this workshop my highest recommendation. It's more than just a tutorial; it's a masterclass in professional meteor FX creation that has genuinely elevated my capabilities as a VFX artist. The skills I gained have already become essential tools in my FX arsenal. I find myself constantly referring back to techniques learned during the workshop as I tackle new projects. For anyone looking to take their Houdini and Nuke skills to the next level, this workshop is an invaluable investment in your growth as an artist.

Ari Reisner
Compositor at Framestore / The Mill / Transition VFX
ONLINE WORKSHOP