Battleship | Timucin Ozger FXTD

Above video and the images at the bottom are the actual tutorial output you will achieve !!!

Topics Covered by Chapters

Planning and Shot breakdown
Concept and reference gathering
Breakdown and shot planning
Naming conventions
Directory Setups

Animation
Houdini animation for beginners
Animation Blocking
Animation Final

Simulation
FLIP Sop Solver
Whitewater
Additional Spray Layers with POPs
Advecting and floating with volume fields
Pyro Solver

Pipeline
Shot creation with presets
Versioning with python
Variables
Houdini Environment File
Hqueue Setup

Caching
Optimization topics
Attribute wrangling
In simulation Camera Culling
In simulation Volume sampling
VDB points for storage optimizations
Versioning with python
TOPs
Wedging
Versioning
ROP Fetch
Scheduler Settings

Rendering
Rendering with Redshift3D
Redshift Proxies
Render AOVs
Cryptomatte

Other topics covered
Wrangling with VEX
Infinite Oceans
VDB operations
Camera Exports for Comp

In the "Battleship" tutorial, we embark on an exciting journey into the realm of water simulations using Houdini. This comprehensive tutorial series focuses on various topics to help you master the art of creating realistic water effects and breathtaking ocean renders. With a strong emphasis on automation, efficiency, and performance management, you'll gain the skills needed to bring your water simulations to life.

The tutorial begins with an emphasis on the importance of planning your edit effectively. You will explore the essential considerations for creating visually compelling water simulations and learn how to conceptualize your ideas for maximum impact.

Next, you will discover how to streamline your workflow by automating shot and folder creation using Python scripting. By leveraging the power of Python, you will learn how to efficiently organize your project and save valuable time during the production process.

The tutorial then delves into scene design, animation, and camera setup. You will learn how to craft engaging scenes by creating captivating animations and strategically placing cameras to capture the intensity and beauty of the water simulations.

A significant aspect of water simulations is the Flip solver. You will master the art of setting up an adjustable Flip solver, allowing you to control various parameters and achieve the desired simulation behavior. By understanding the intricacies of the Flip solver, you will be able to create realistic water splashes, waves, and interactions.

TOPICS COVERED

Automated PDG systems for caching and baking
Pyro Sparse Solver
Flip Sop Solver
POP Solver
Custom Mist Solver
Redshift Ocean Rendering
Python for File Processing
Performance Management
Shading and Rendering
Redshift Look Dev and Lighting Workflows

Expanding on the simulation realism, you will explore the POP solver, a powerful tool for generating additional mist and spray layers. You will learn how to incorporate these elements into your water simulations, enhancing the overall visual impact and immersing the viewer in the scene.

Chapter_01
Setting up the Edit / Nuke Studio
Creating Project Folders
Setting up project variables
Project Config Files
Frame Ranges
Resolution
Color Space

Chapter_02
VFX Terms / Anim Blocking / Anim Final
Animation Setup / Single Pivot Rig
Flipbooks and animation QC
Edit continuity

Chapter_03
Env Setup
Redshift Lights
Infinite Oceans with Redshift3D
Alembic Camera Export
Sky Dome

Chapter_04
Flip Setup
Ship Cruise Setups
Custom Force Setups

Chapter_05
WW Setups
Custom Mist/Spray Setups
VDB points

Chapter_06
Scaling to Sequence
PDG Workflows
Hqueue Usage

Chapter_07

Pyro Setup

Chapter_08
Redshift Proxies
Shader Setups
Render Setups
Render AOVs and Cryptomatte

Chapter_09
Finishing first shot in Nuke
Conclusion

Efficient use of PDG systems / AUTOMATED Workflows

Efficient caching and baking of simulations are crucial for a smooth workflow. You will discover how to automate these processes using PDG (Procedural Dependency Graph) systems. By harnessing the power of PDG, you can optimize your simulations, ensuring they are ready for rendering while maximizing efficiency.

Rendering the water simulations is a vital step, and this tutorial covers Redshift Ocean Rendering techniques. You will learn how to set up materials, lighting, and shaders specifically tailored to water surfaces, enabling you to achieve stunning and realistic renders.

Managing performance is an integral part of any production pipeline. You will explore techniques to optimize your scene's performance, ensuring smooth playback and efficient rendering.