Building Complexity from Simplicity | Marco Rossi | OFFF HIVE 2024

From simplicity to complexity, in this presentation, we will explore a series of techniques that originate from simple concepts but are cleverly combined to produce visually rich and complex results.We will embark on a journey through the various techniques employed in the Symphony project, an immersive audiovisual experience that transports the viewer on a journey through emotions and classical music. Using Houdini, we will bring to life an imaginary and magical forest that grows and transforms in harmony with the music. Furthermore, we will explore other strategies applied in different projects, which allow the combination of seemingly simple techniques to achieve visually captivating effects.

Marco Rossi has extensive experience in the field of CGI. Currently, he works as a VFX Artist at Glassworks Barcelona. Thanks to his solid technical background and great versatility, Marco can work as a Technical Director, VFX Artist, or CGI Supervisor according to the specific needs of each project. With a career spanning various fields, at Glassworks, Marco has specialized in research and development (R&D) of various effects, especially those of notable complexity that pose a challenge. He uses Houdini as primary tool in this process, creating visual effects that are then used by the rest of the team.