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How to choose your creative degree

If you’re anything like me , then you’re probably panicking about which degree you want to go into. Don’t fear as this blog gives you some helpful tips on how to decide on your final discipline!

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What do you study on a Visual Effects degree?

Hi, my name is Ethan. I have just finished my first year at Escape Studios. In this blog I will give you an overview of what it’s like to study the VFX undergraduate course, and an insight into my favourite modules from my first year of studies.

Alumni

Interview with 'Escapee', Aman Arora

We sat down with 'Escapee', Aman Arora who studied our undergraduate degree in Visual Effects. Since graduating, he has been super busy in the industry, especially with winning a BAFTA! Read on to hear more about his career journey.

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Celebrating our Alumni - The Oscars 2022

We are proud to share that 71 Escapees worked on this year's Oscar award-winning and nominated films. Read on to find out what exciting projects they worked on.

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Preparing for success in the new term

Following on from his 'Step Into the Light' blog, Saint Walker (Deputy Dean of Escape Studios) shares how students can prepare for face to face teaching this term.

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Step into the light!

We're looking forward to hopefully welcoming our current and new students onto campus this September. Check out what Saint Walker, Deputy Dean of Escape Studios, has to say about it in this blog.

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Our Successful Alumni – Oscars 2021

We are proud to share that 40 Escapees worked on 2021 Oscar award winning and nominated films. Read on to find out what exciting projects they worked on.

Visual Effects

A week in the life of a VFX student

Wondering what a typical week studying a degree in VFX at Escape Studios could be like? Hear from current student, Ben, to find out more!

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Why attend the 2021 VFX Festival

The VFX Festival is returning for another year to celebrate ‘limitless creativity’ as this year’s theme. It will be hosted online, beginning in March.

Animation

Our journey directing Box Bots

Hear from the directors of Box Bots themselves about the experience of directing a short film!

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Cinematography for VFX

Cinematography is a key subject area here at Escape Studios. Cinematography tutor, Clement Gharini, discusses it's importance within Visual Effects.

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Vine FX share production pipeline insights with Escape Studios students

Vine FX treated our Escape Studios students with a rare insight into their Production Pipeline last week! The Heads of 2D, 3D and Line Producer were on hand to answer questions following their presentation of the production steps from Pre-Vis to delivery.

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Creative Portfolio examples

If you’re in the process of creating a portfolio for your application to Escape Studios, take a look at some examples for inspiration!

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Interview with VFX 'Escapee', Michael Vodden

Take a look at a recent interview with Michael, who studied BA (Hons) The Art of Visual Effects at Escape Studios and is now hoping to peruse his career in roto/prep or compositing!

Applicants

Escape Studios- Online Learning during COVID

The Government announced the Lockdown measures in March and, as an institution, we had to quickly adapt to this, ensuring that learning continued and assessments were not disrupted.

Applicants

Top things to read and watch before starting your VFX degree

If you’re looking for areas to explore before starting your VFX degree at Escape Studios, take a look at some of our recommended books, magazines, webpages and software!

Games

Game Art Showcase: Sophia Ingledew

Check out this great work from one of our recent MA students Sophia Ingledew. This is footage from her final project for her Masters and features an Orcish blacksmith's forge

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Interview with Davi Stein - Head of 2D VFX

Take a look at how Davi got into the VFX industry, as well as what her top tips are for your UCAS application and creative portfolio!

Top Tips

Portfolio 'Tips and Tricks' for Visual Effects (VFX) (Undergraduate)

You may have seen that at Escape Studios, as part of your application, we ask you to bring along a portfolio of work to your Creative Workshop. We thought we would give you some tips and tricks for your portfolio if you have applied to a VFX degree course.

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7 essential skills for the creative industries

This blog will give you some of the skills that you might need in order to progress successfully into the creative industries.

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What to expect at an Escape Studios Open Day

Ever wondered what an Escape Studio Open Day is like? Read on for a step by step breakdown of the day.

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Escape Alumni Success over Summer

Over the summer, lots of our Escapees have secured jobs and placements at MPC, the VFX company behind The Lion King...

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An Evening With...The Lion King Animator

Escape Studios was proud to welcome MPC lead animator El Suliman to Escape Studios last week to talk about his work on the Disney blockbuster The Lion King. Check it out...

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Things to do over summer ahead of my Escape Studios degree

Starting your degree with Escape Studios this September? Here's some top things to get involved with over the summer before you start.

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Top 10 showreel tips

A showreel is your first chance to show your work to recruiters and get your foot in the door for that all important final interview. Therefore, you need to make sure that your showreel is the best showcase of your talent that it can be. Here's our ten top tips for the perfect showreel.