Vfx2Go

Spoke today at CTN Studio’s “Coffee Talk” about my book Shooting for VFX: Your On-Set Guide to Saving Money in Post-Production. 🎬💥

Huge thanks to my gracious host, Tina Price, for the warm welcome and inspiring space. We had a passionate, engaged group—and a fantastic conversation about how early planning in pre-production can save thousands in VFX, and what it’s really like working at the indie level versus the studio system.

Always grateful for opportunities to share, learn, and connect with fellow creatives. 🙌

🎞️ VFX Artists — what’s something that happens on set that makes your life a nightmare in post?

☁️ Fog machines?
🎥 Grainy film or weird lens choices?
💚 Sloppy green screen work?
🌀 Lens flares?

We’re collecting real stories for an article designed to help filmmakers NOT make your life harder.

💬 Drop your horror stories in the comments — your post pain might just save someone else from the same fate (and earn you a shoutout).

Steven Edward Calcote says "This is the VFX strategy book that I wish I'd had from the start! Smart, practical tips that will make sure you maximize value while minimizing the costs of VFX production.

Shooting for VFX is available in paperback and digital now, at www.vfx2go.com/shootingforvfx