Montage is an animation studio in Dubai that specializes in creating high-quality, 2D animated content. The studio was founded in 2004 by a team of experienced animators and programmers, and has since produced a number of successful projects.
2. Introduction to Montage
Montage is a leading video production house in dubai, specializing in all aspects of advertising
and film-making. It’s your one-stop shop for film production, line production, production
facilitation, creative development, design, visual effects, color grading, compositing, digital
manipulation, editing, animation, sound design, and music composition.
MONTAGE services the Advertising, Television, Film, Digital and Social video around the region
since 2004. Our team consists of dedicated professionals who take complete ownership and
pride in our work. With in-house editors, colorists, animators, VFX artists, music composers, and
a great pool of local and international Voice Over talents, we provide a one stop shop solution to
take any idea from script to screen.
3. Visual Effects
Visual effects (VFX) are any kind of digital or practical manipulations applied to video footage or
images in post-production to enhance or create a scene that cannot be achieved practically during
filming. VFX can include anything from adding digital characters or creatures to changing the
weather or environment, among others.
Here are some examples of how visual effects are used in film and television:
● Adding digital creatures: One of the most common uses of visual effects in films is the
addition of digital creatures like dragons, aliens, or mythical beasts that couldn't be achieved
practically.
● Creating environments: Visual effects are used to create realistic and believable environments
such as creating an entire city or changing the time of day.
4. ● Explosions and destruction: Visual effects can be used to create realistic-looking explosions, fire,
or destruction without actually destroying anything on set.
● Green screen: The use of green screens allows for actors to be filmed in front of a green
background that will later be replaced with a digital environment or characters.
● Enhancing performances: Visual effects can be used to enhance or manipulate an actor's
performance such as creating facial expressions or making them look younger or older.
● Removing wires or rigs: Visual effects are used to remove any rigging or wires used to make an
actor appear as if they're flying or suspended in the air.
5. Two Type of Visual effects (VFX)
Practical Effects and Digital Effects
Practical Effects
Practical effects, also known as physical or mechanical effects, are created using real-world objects,
substances, or techniques on the set while filming. These effects are created by a special effects team
that may use different materials like prosthetics, models, miniatures, or pyrotechnics to create the
effect.
Some examples of practical effects are:
● Puppetry: Puppetry involves using physical puppets to create lifelike movements or expressions
of characters, creatures or objects.
● Makeup Effects: Makeup effects can transform an actor's appearance using prosthetics, wigs, or
contact lenses.
● Miniatures: Miniatures are small-scale models of buildings, vehicles or sets that are
photographed to appear life-size or larger.
● Pyrotechnics: Pyrotechnics are used to create fire, explosions or smoke effects during filming.
6. Digital Effects
Digital effects, also known as computer-generated imagery (CGI), are created using software and
computers in post-production. These effects can range from adding subtle enhancements to a scene to
creating entirely new worlds or characters.
Some examples of digital effects are:
● Green Screen: Green screen or chroma key technology allows actors to be filmed in front of a green
screen, which is later replaced with a digital background or set.
● Matte Painting: Matte painting is a digital painting that creates background scenery, landscapes, or
cityscapes that cannot be captured practically during filming.
● CGI Characters: CGI characters are digital models or creations that can be added to a scene to
interact with real-life actors.
● Particle Effects: Particle effects are used to create environmental effects such as fire, smoke, or
water simulations.
In conclusion, practical and digital effects are both essential to creating immersive and visually appealing
scenes in film and television. Practical effects can bring a physicality and tangibility to a scene, while
digital effects can expand the creative possibilities of what can be achieved on screen.
