Using Unreal Engine for VFX with Real-time Artist William Faucher

Find ‪@WilliamFaucher‬ on RUclips ( / williamfaucher ) and Instagram ( / williamfaucher.vfx ) and learn more about our Real-time 3D and Virtual Production courses at www.cgspectrum.com/courses/re...
Real-time artist and CG Spectrum Mentor of Real-time William Faucher talks to Justin about his successful career in the entertainment industry over the past decade, which includes work as a 3D Modeler in the games industry and VFX/CGI shot credits in Marvel's Black Panther and HBO's Watchmen. They also talk about William's RUclips channel where he shares Real-time tutorials.
🔗 Episode notes: www.cgspectrum.com/podcast/un...
00:00 Intro
3:04 Constructive criticism
6:01 Benefits of being self-taught
7:40 Building a community
11:50 Specializing versus generalizing
15:05 Moving games to film, and the Unreal Engine
20:08 William’s RUclips channel
24:22 The influence of photography on William’s technical skills
31:00 Advice for people starting in Unreal
41:00 Photogrammetry and what William’s excited for
48:30 Virtual Production
52:48 Where you can find William
Connect on:
📍 / cgspectrum
📍 / cgspectrum
📍 / cgspectrum.film.and.ga...
📍 / cgspectrum
William:
📍 / williamfaucher
📍 / williamfaucher.vfx
📍 www.cgspectrum.com/mentors/wil...

[@WilliamFaucher]

I think I need to address one thing I said where I actually disagree with myself. It's not "easier" to get into the industry today than it was 15-20 years ago. Yes it is easier to create great looking visuals today, but that barrier of entry has gone up as well as a result! Hence why having a good community that pushes you hard is the key to success. :)

[@Cgspectrum]

You're right, William! There's some tough competition out there! With greater access to tools and information, more people can 'throw their hat in the ring', but it still takes persistence and dedication to your craft to get really good and stand out above the rest. And what better way to stay motivated than surrounding yourself with creative peers and mentors!

[@adrawdesign]

Thanks Will really I appreciate the work you do ☕️🎬

[@Seancstudiogames]

Amazing interview. I wish I was 30 years younger. Back then I only knew of Digipen and I couldn’t afford it. That said I’m learning Unreal, I may be 50 but I can learn still!

[@Cgspectrum]

Yes! There's no time limit, if you're motivated to learn you can start any time ☺Love to hear it! Thanks for tuning in!

[@Yuka-qv1sn]

This is so insightful. Thank you so so much for sharing!

[@Cgspectrum]

Thanks for watching Ash! :)