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Here is a WIP of a Dodge Challenger that I am working on in C4D. The project is mostly R&D for render settings and PyroClusters. Please note that these images do not feature the motion blur and other camera effects that will be present in the final renders.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 17:32:11 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/753657

I recently completed the vfx work on Joe Cardona's latest music video entitled "Shut Up Baby." The project involved extensive roto, paint, camera tracking and comp work. You may view the full video on Vimeo http://vimeo.com/4629524

It should also be noted that this project was done with a tight budget, and absolutely no money was spent on elements - they were either free, commercial stock or original.

(please know that the views expressed in this video are solely those of the singer and not of ExplosiveGraffix)]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:33:37 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/753634

Here is a fictional depiction of what historical Navy Pier could have looked like in 1930. Done for a film sequence, this model is an interpretation of the original designs, coupled with the original Ferris Wheel from the 1893 World's Fair. Done entirely in Maya, this was an excellent modeling exercise. ]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:49:51 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/771513

Here is a modern rendition of Pixar's famous '1984' image, which was one of, if not THE first image to feature motion blur. It completely turned the industry on its head and introduced a new era of CGI. fxguide.com posted an article on the original image, and asked for modern renditions of it.

The image above was created in Cinema4D in about three hours.

Update: This photo was featured on fxguide:
http://www.fxguide.com/article534.html]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:57:18 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/705328

Here is a 'generic car' that I needed to texture and render for a commercial. The model was provided by my friends at 3dxtras.com, but I did all of the materials, lighting, and rendering. ]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2008 03:29:50 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/670626

These are boards from an animation spec that I did for a fictional Speed Channel show called Sleek, Sexy Racing. I used Mental Ray to render out the cars within Maya and then comped everything within After Effects. You can stop by YouTube to see the video. ]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:39:02 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/491803

This was a project inspired by Max Lucado's book entitled "He Still Moves Stones." In the text, he encourages the reader to make images of themselves before and after encountering God. This is the latter of the two for me. This is a very personal project for me, and I am glad that I can share it with you. The piece is entitled "Transformed into His Likeness," which has become somewhat of a motto for me of late. Please remember to check out www.explosivegraffix.com for more of my work, or just to say hi. I would appreciate any and all critiques. ]]> Wed, 02 May 2007 01:46:52 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/510814

Having worked with versions of Poser in the past, I was excited to finally sit down and explore some of the texturing, bump mapping and subsurface scattering features. ]]> Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:27:01 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/532406

Hey everyone! I finally decided to start working with Mudbox, and this is what I came up with after about 2.5 hours of experimentation. This model is by no means complete, so please be sure to give me your crits by checking out the WIP forum http://forums.cgsociety.org/showthread.php?p=4606567#post4606567. ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 03:26:08 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/548120

This was a quick project that I completed for a class. The assignment was to take a bunch of primitives, arrange them, and light them in a scene. I decided to go a step further. This is my first time using light linking and lights with negative intensiteis, so this was a great little study.
Image completed in approximately one hour. ]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2007 23:36:29 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/522732

What do you say to the person who saved your life? I honestly do not know, but this is what came to mind...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:03:06 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/523700

Inspired by the book 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S. Lewis, this is to be a portrait of a demonic being. ]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2007 05:29:10 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/481570

This image combines an orginal photograph (church) and a sky rendered in Vue 6 Xstream. The clouds took about six hours to render, and I worked about two hours in Photoshop to retouch it. This image is part of my wallpaper gallery on my website, which features many more resolutions, should you want to download it. ]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2007 03:32:10 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/499230

This was a project that I made for a class in the Fall 2006 semester. The assignment was to create a magazine cover and table of contents that had a science theme. Knowing my background and my unquenchable thirst for everything and anything Christian, I figured I'd make it about God. The image has since been modified since it was created in order to insert a new Ark render. ]]> Wed, 23 May 2007 01:22:39 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/489535

Here is my latest project. It's entirely a work in progress, but I would still like to hear your comments! The final piece will be a fully furnished version, with accompanying 30-second animation. The animation will show the destruction of the temple, so there will be plenty of smoke and fire effects. Stay tuned, and visit www.explosivegraffix.com for more renders!]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2007 06:48:19 +0000 http://theapostle.cgsociety.org/gallery/481855

This was my midterm project for my Maya class. I find myself consistently unmotivated in my work if I am doing something that has absolutely nothing to do with God. Therefore, I decided to pursue one of my dreams and model the Ark. The project took several days to complete, and you can read my full commentary on my website, where you can also see more renders. If you would like to see more renders on CG Society, then let me know!]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2007 21:09:11 +0000