Visual Effects

In Hot Water, NOMINT

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Overview

Images, film or text manipulated or enhanced through digital, practical and in-camera effects. For commercial design, gaming and advertising projects.

Judges will prioritise craft over idea in this category.

Subcategories

  • 4101 - Colour Grading

  • 4102 - Computer-Generated

  • 4103 - Compositing

  • 4104 - Practical Effects

  • 4105 - Use of AI & Technology

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