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Manuel Kotulla

28 posts
Manuel Kotulla works as a freelance Creative Director, Motion Designer, and 3D / VFX Artist in Hamburg. Previously, he spent many years as Creative Director for Animation & VFX at the Serviceplan Group. He has a passion for Houdini, cinematic lighting, and his Fuji camera.

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Screenshot of a 3D modeling software interface displaying a dark scene with illuminated structures, navigation controls at the bottom, and light settings on the right panel.
3 min

Blackmagic Fusion 20

At NAB, Blackmagic presented what is probably the most relevant update for Fusion since the Acquisition of Eyeon. But what exactly is in it?
Manuel Kotulla
10.04.2025
Manuel Kotulla
29.10.2023

Houdini 20

The long-awaited update has finally been released and brings with it a whole host of new features. So many, in fact, that a special issue would be worthwhile. For now, here's an overview and an in-depth article on rendering by Olaf Finkbeiner in the next issue.
10 min
A close-up view of a bicycle, featuring sections of the handlebar with controls, the frame junction, the chain and rear wheel, and a bike pedal. The image highlights the intricate design and materials used in the bike's construction.
8 min

Direct Modeling (R)evolution für Houdini

For most people, the idea of modelling directly in Houdini causes them to break out in a sweat at the very least, and some are even said to have thrown the mouse out of the window in sheer horror. The reasons for this are understandable at first glance.
Manuel Kotulla
20.04.2023