The Collective Podcast

Video Copilot’s very own Andrew Kramer is here to share his thoughts on the visual effects industry, his process of learning and sharing new skills, and what motivates him to be such a badass. GUEST LINKS: Video Copilot: http://www.videocopilot.net/ Video Copilot on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Video-Copilot-106337146331/ Andrew’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/videocopilot Andrew’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewkramer Saber (Free Plugin): http://www.videocopilot.net/blog/2016/03/new-plug-in-saber-now-available-100-free/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Beeple: http://beeple-crap.com/ Jiro Dreams of Sushi: http://amzn.to/2pjCq2

Cinematographer and VFX artist Jim Geduldick joins us this week to discuss the passion of his craft, as we explore his origins in skateboarding and how that naturally evolved into his film career. We get a bit meta, digging deep into things which envelop most creatives such as time management, focus, purpose, and most importantly - how and why we do the things we do. GUEST LINKS: Jim’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Filmbot Jim’s Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/filmbot Jim’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmbot/ Jim’s Behance: https://www.behance.net/filmbot Pretty Sweet: https://vimeo.com/75631552 The Art of Flight: https://vimeo.com/75631143 ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast --------------

Multidisciplinary artist Maxim Zhestkov joins us this week to share his thoughts on the universal language of art, how MTV music videos shaped his fascination with media, the painful lessons of making film, and his endless goal to find bliss in his work. GUEST LINKS: Maxim’s Website: http://www.zhestkov.com/ Maxim’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zhestkov/ Maxim’s Behance: https://www.behance.net/Zhestkov Maxim’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZhestkovMaxim/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: 47 Ronin: http://amzn.to/2mZPiwU The Gift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRNv-V7jV-g On Writing: http://amzn.to/2n08YRl How Artists Work: http://a

Makeup and Vanity Set’s very own Matt Pusti joins us this week to discuss how he draws inspiration from his favorite films and injects it into his own work, his recent transition into freelance and working from home, and how he manages to navigate his new life. GUEST LINKS: Makeup and Vanity Set Website: http://makeupandvanityset.com/ Makeup and Vanity Set Bandcamp: https://makeupandvanityset.bandcamp.com/ Makeup and Vanity Set on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makeupandvanityset/ 88:88 - https://makeupandvanityset.bandcamp.com/album/88-88 Hit TV - https://vimeo.com/165450397 ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Karate Kid: http://www.imdb.com/t

CG generalist Chris Bjerre joins us this week to discuss his outlook on being a generalist and his craft, the fine balance needed for a successful freelance lifestyle, and the reasons he devotes so much focus on his passion projects. GUEST LINKS: Chris’s Website: http://chrisb.tv/ Epoch: https://vimeo.com/198811503 ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Mastery: http://amzn.to/2knB6bJ My Kid Could Paint That: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0912592/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Michael Rigley: http://www.michaelrigley.com/ Damn Good Advice (For People With Talent!): http://amzn.to/2laHhnJ Tickled: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5278506/ Deep Work: http://amzn.to/2kK4U5V Intr

Jessie Kawata, a creative strategist and industrial designer at NASA JPL, joins us this week to discuss the beginnings of her career in design, the complex and constantly evolving nature of her unique role, and what her thoughts are on the industry as a whole. GUEST LINKS: Jessie’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/okawater NASA JPL: http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Google Span: https://design.google.com/span-2016-la/ Art Center: http://www.artcenter.edu/ Journey to Mars: https://www.nasa.gov/content/nasas-journey-to-mars/ “When I look up to the stars and I think ... ‘there’s billions of galaxies out there’ … there’s gotta b

Rare Volume co-founder and creative director Jonathan Kim joins us this week to share the story of starting his company, the impact his amazing, supportive wife has had on his career, and managing the the tricky territory of the work/life balance. We dig into some really big topics throughout the episode including what Jonathan hopes to achieve in his legacy, what design means to him, and what his goals are in life. GUEST LINKS: Jonathan’s Website: http://jonathankim.work/ Rare Volume: http://rarevolume.com/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Prologue: www.prologue.com Otis College of Art and Design: http://www.otis.edu/ Ego is the Enemy: http://am

Chris Do, the entrepreneurial CEO and founder of the studio Blind, joins us this week to share his family history and the beginnings of his career in design, what some of his personal and professional goals are, and the current state of brick and mortar art education and how he aims to change things up. GUEST LINKS: Blind: https://blind.com/ Are you a “bricklayer” or an art director?: http://motionographer.com/2016/07/25/are-you-a-bricklayer-or-an-art-director-chris-do-explains/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Devil You Know: Jason Silva: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jason_Silva 5 Whys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5_Whys Tony Hseih: https://e

Concept artist and illustrator Justin "Goby" Fields joins us this week to discuss the humble beginnings of his career, the profound effect his friends and family have had on his success, and how some of his earliest influences have shaped his work and personality over the years. GUEST LINKS: Justin’s Website: http://www.justinfields.com/ Ironklad Studios: http://www.ironkladstudios.com/ Ironklad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ironkladstudios/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: The Force Awakens: http://amzn.to/2h2iCkn Midway Games: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midway_Games Gnomon: https://www.gnomon.edu/ Image Comics: https://imagecomics.c

Musician Ben Sharp, otherwise known by his moniker Cloudkicker, joins us this week to discuss the origin of his musical career, the struggles of being left-handed, and the overwhelming benefits exercise and a healthy lifestyle can have on your mental state. GUEST LINKS: Cloudkicker Website: http://cloudkickermusic.com/ Ben’s Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/bmsharp Cloudkicker on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cIoudkicker/ The Discovery: http://cloudkickermusic.com/album/the-discovery Intronaut: https://intronautofficial.com/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Tortoise: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tortoise_(band) New Bon Iver album: http:/

TO SYNC UP WITH US, SKIP TO 00:19:35! Collective Commentaries is a series in which we chat with a guest as we watch some of our favorite films. Watch along with us in our second episode, as production designer and director Gavin Rothery joins us to discuss James Cameron’s Aliens. GUEST LINKS: Gavin’s Website: www.gavinrothery.com/ Gavin’s Twitter: www.twitter.com/gavrov Gavin’s Blog: www.gavinrothery.com/my-blog/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ BUY ALIENS HERE: http://amzn.to/2g8Rxam SHOW NOTES: Aliens Comics: http://amzn.to/2g8dxSO Solaris (2002): http://amzn.to/2eVLObS Galaxy of Terror: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galaxy_of_Terror The views and opini

This week we’re joined by Ben Radatz, a partner and co-founder of the legendary Kansas City-based production studio MK12. We discuss how Ben got his start in the industry and how MK12 came about, the bizarre economy of pitching in the motion graphics industry, and how detrimental it can be to work for free. GUEST LINKS: MK12: http://mk12.com/MKXII/ An Insulting Pitch: http://motionographer.com/2016/06/24/an-insulting-pitch-email-from-mk12-co-founder-ben-radatz/ Quantum of Solace: http://www.artofthetitle.com/title/quantum-of-solace/ Stranger Than Fiction: https://vimeo.com/3193923 ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Kansas City Art Institute: http:

This week's episode is a live recording from Industry Workshops event held in London this past August. We're joined by video game and film concept designer Mike Hill, where we discuss the organic chemistry which goes into interpreting his favorite films, the rigorous process he goes through for creating his functional concept designs, and the psychology and careful consideration behind creating a powerful work of art. GUEST LINKS: Mike’s Website: http://www.mikehill.design/ Mike’s ArtStation: https://www.artstation.com/artist/mikehill Mike’s Gumroad: https://gumroad.com/mikehill Mike’s Terminator Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhG3PJPx4Sk Industry Workshops: http://www.industryworkshops.co.uk/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on

Founder of Cinematography Database and Cine Designer, Matt Workman joins us this week to discuss his perspective on the future of the industry, how his company has become his personal vision, and how important it is to believe in yourself to make your goals a reality. GUEST LINKS: Cinematography Database: http://www.cinematographydb.com/ Cinematography DB on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cinematographydb/ Cinematography DB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographydb/ Cinematography DB on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cinedatabase Modern Cinematographer: http://www.cinematographydb.com/category/podcast/ Cine Designer: http://www.cinematographydb.com/cinedesigner/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.tw

V-Ray legend and the brains behind Mastering CGI, Grant Warwick, joins us this week to discuss his passion for teaching, a bunch of nerdy goodness about rendering engines, and the importance of truly loving what you do. GUEST LINKS: Mastering CGI: http://masteringcgi.com.au/ Grant’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masteringcgi/ Grant’s CGSociety: http://sathe.cgsociety.org/ V-Ray: https://www.chaosgroup.com/ Cream Studios: http://www.creamstudios.com.au/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: 3D-Coat: http://3dcoat.com/home/ Vitaly Bulgarov: http://www.bulgarov.com/ Geof Darrow: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geof_Darrow The Matrix: http://amzn.to/2

Art Director Nidia Dias joins us this week to discuss her origins from Portugal, her undying passion for doing personal projects, and the inspiration derived from working with other artists. We also get into her fascination with album artwork and movie posters, how much of a workaholic she is, and try to figure out what's going on with all of the shoe porn in the motion graphics industry. GUEST LINKS: Nidia’s Website: http://nidiadias.com/portfolio/ Nidia’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/imnidiadias Nidia’s Behance: https://www.behance.net/nidia-dias Analog: http://www.analogstudio.co.uk/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Film 4 Idents: http://www

Hardsurface modeler Kirill Chepizhko joins us this week to share the story of how he came to America, how he got his start in the industry as a concept designer, and how he worked his way up to a dream job at Industrial Light and Magic. We dig deep into his process, how Kirill uses 3D software to deconstrcut the world around him, and his new fascination with virtual reality. GUEST LINKS: Kirill’s Gumroad: https://gumroad.com/kirillchepizhko Kirill’s ArtStation: https://www.artstation.com/artist/fett Industrial Light and Magic: http://www.ilm.com/ Fusion 360: http://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: N

Legendary animator, writer, and director Peter Chung joins us this week to share a candid discussion about his viewpoint on what it is to be creative, working in the medium of film and animation, and what inspires him. GUEST LINKS: Peter Chung: https://zerply.com/pkchung/public Peter’s Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user44930142/videos/sort:plays/format:thumbnail Peter on Acme Films: http://www.acmefilmworks.com/directors/peter-chung/ Animatrix Interview with Peter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5qJERBvS2s Aesthetics in Flux: https://formerpeople.wordpress.com/2014/02/28/aesthetics-in-flux-a-conversation-with-peter-chung/ The State of Visual Narrative in Film and Comics: http://www.awn.com/mag/issue3.4/3.4pages/3.4chung.html Reflexions: http://www.matrix-happening.net/reflexions/reflexions_chung.htm Firebreather: http://herocomplex.latimes.com/tv/aeon-flux-animator-sparks-firebreather-movie-for-cartoon-network/ ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/news

We're finally back from our hiatus, joined by one of our most sought-after guests - Sir Richard Taylor - the founder, creative director, and head of New Zealand's legendary Weta Workshop. Join us as we go in depth on Richard's backstory, how he started the Workshop, and where he hopes to take it in the future. We cover everything from Richard's professional aspirations, how he cultivates creativity in his talented team, and how he manages a hectic schedule while maintaining strong personal relationships. Seeing as Richard has worked on some of the most iconic projects in the history of entertainment, it's quite a treat for us to have had this opportunity, so we really hope you enjoy his insight as much as we did! GUEST LINKS: Weta Workshop: http://wetaworkshop.com/ Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War: https://www.tepapa.govt.nz/visit/whats-on/exhibitions/gallipoli-scale-our-war ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: ht

Collective Commentaries is a series in which we chat with a guest as we watch some of our favorite films. Watch along with us in our inaugural episode, as past guest and good friend of the show Gavin Rothery joins us to discuss Ridley Scott's masterpiece Alien. Buy Alien (Theatrical Cut) here: http://amzn.to/28JKXX9 If you enjoyed this commentary, please let us know on Facebook, Twitter, or over email! We'd love to hear from you. ------------------------------ The Collective Newsletter: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/newsletter Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: http://www.thecollectivepodcast.com/rss Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.