According to Technicolor Creative Studio Academy trainer Sai Prasad Kokla, in today's world of filmmaking, layout and previsualization (previsualization) play a huge role in creativity.
On July 25th, in the 10th episode of the “Learn, Create & Grow” webinar series on “Layout and Previs,” Kokkula provided viewers with a comprehensive understanding of layout and previs concepts, their definitions and various We explored its importance in the industry. Includes key roles in film, animation, and game development and production processes.
Before introducing Kokkula, Annabelle Pais, Training Coordinator at Technicolor Creative Studios Academy, said: This is a great learning resource for aspiring students and talented artists alike. ”
The Academy's expert-led FX Master Classes allow you to “explore a variety of topics through new episodes released monthly.”
She described Kokkula as a visual effects expert with over 12 years of experience and said he has held multiple positions including 3D artist, on-set supervisor, VFX supervisor and VFX producer. Projects he has contributed to include the films “Black Widow,'' “Captain Marvel,'' and “Paddington,'' she said, adding: “He has an outstanding skill set and an unwavering passion that That makes him an asset to the visual effects industry.”
As for what he's doing with Technicolor, Kokula says: In addition, he has developed skills in planning camera movements, planning scenes, camera angles, composition, lighting, and other film techniques, an industry standard for many years. He uses software such as Maya to create effects for short films. to help you plan and visualize. ”
He told viewers: “Laying things out and pre-visualizing things in VFX and filmmaking is very important in order for the pipeline to work. Layout involves planning the placement of characters, props, and other elements in a scene. It determines scene composition, spatial relationships, and camera angles. Previsualization The process goes one step further by creating a rough animation sequence like this: [how] The look and feel of the final result. Through this process, you can visualize and plan complex scenes, test creative ideas, and identify potential challenges before production begins. ”
Previs and layout are nothing new, he told viewers: “They have a long history going back decades.” “Traditionally, directors and cinematographers used sketches and physical models to plan camera movements and scene composition in the early days of film production. As technology advanced, computer graphics and 3D The availability of digital tools such as software allows for more accurate and dynamic pre-visualization.”
That brings us to the modern era, he says, where “layout and previsualization have become an integral part of the film production pipeline, allowing filmmakers to plan and visualize complex shots before filming.” ” he said.
He said: “There are several key principles that guide the process. One of them is composition in layout and previs. Composition is the arrangement of elements within a frame to create a visual that conveys meaning. The purpose of layout is the placement of characters, props, and other objects in the right places to direct the audience's attention and effectively tell the story. During previsualization, you can adjust camera angles, movement, and other aspects of the shot as a whole. design will be considered in more detail.
He explained: “The ability to create compelling and visually appealing sequences can be enhanced by applying compositional principles. To excel in the areas of layout and previsualization, certain skills are essential. Essential. One of the key skills is a strong foundation in cinematography. Layout and previsualization involves planning camera movement, shot composition, and visual storytelling, so you can truly understand cinematography. Understanding is essential: The ability to understand cinematography techniques such as framing, camera angles, lighting, and shot sequences is critical to creating visually appealing layouts and previsualizations. You need specialized software, such as a 3D application.”
He went on to say that several films “utilize layout and previsualization during the production process,” pointing out that: “Many films rely heavily on layout and previsualization to create immersive worlds, choreograph epic battles, and create breathtaking visual effects.”
For example, he said, films such as “The Jungle Book'' and “The Lion King'' were “carefully planned and filmed in advance.”
He added, “Through these films, we see the critical role that layout and previs play in achieving a director's vision and delivering a great cinematic experience.”
