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Articles, talks, and client work.
3D World #258 — Turbocharge your motion graphics2020Artwork and a tutorial for 3D World #258, on getting more out of motion graphics.
VR CGI for RMV Productions2019An animated sequence for ARM's small server stations, made with RMV Productions.
Turbulence — the Science Museum2019A gallery film for the Science Museum, made with James Norton as NA-Films.
National Trust - A Room of One's Own installation2019A film about Virginia Woolf's lecture “A Room of One's Own”, for the National Trust's 2018 Women and Power season.
Gravity Sketch — 3D World tutorial2019A 3D World tutorial on sketching designs in VR with Gravity Sketch.
CreativeBloke Showreel2019The work I had made since going freelance, cut together.
MSS Suspension Animation 4K2019One of a series of 4K animations for MSS Suspension.
MSS Livery 3D Wrap2019Toby Tinsley's flat livery design, wrapped onto a 3D car so the client could approve it.
3D World Fundamentals - Gaming2018Image for 3D world magazine Gaming Fundamentals created in Cinema 4d with Octane
AFC Awards 20172018Filmed and cut for the AFC annual awards in Bangkok, 2017.
3D world 164 - Particle Fundamentals20183D world 164 - Particle Fundamentals
3D World — World Machine basics2018Artwork for a 3D World Basics piece on World Machine, with the tutorial files that went out with the magazine.
3D world UV Fundamentals2018Use of Stock modo models for 3D world magazine tutorial
3D World Basics — modelling2018A set of images for 3D World's Basics series.
New York City OSM Importer Vray4c4d 1.8 test2018OSM Importer Cinema 4D image
3D World Magazine - introduction to Redshift for MAYA2016Images for 3D World Tutorial introducing readers to Redshift for MAYA
Mike Griggs CGI, Motion Graphics and VFX Showreel 201520152015 Showreel
3D World Magazine - 25 Tips for MODO2015Image for the 25 tips for MODO article which I wrote for 3D World magazine for late 2014
VERTU WINDOW AT SELFRIDGES FOR ICON WORLD2015Hi everyone, I was lucky enough to be asked by Icon World to provide animated backdrops for Vertu at the world famous Selfridges store on London’s Oxford St.
3D World Magazine - CINEWARE/After Effects workflow exa2014CINEWARE tutorial for VFX for 3D world magazine, as well as looking at specific workflows with CINEWARE, I also look at projection mapping and tracking between After Effects and Cinema 4D.
Oasis Mango Medley - Spin the Bottle2014The above animation was for the lovely people at Icon-World and their client VCCP live for the launch the Oasis Mango Medley soft drink.
Flying Cubes from a whale - Voxygen/Octane Test2014Example concept image for tools4d
10 steps to creating a spaceship in 3D - creativbloq2013Image for '10 steps to creating a spaceship in 3D' on creativbloq.com, loved this as it was a good reason down and dirty with the modo model bashing kit
Cliveden House :: Slide to save the South Terrace2013Concept image created in modo for National Trust temporary project
The Gobbins - Concept Visual's2013The Gobbins is a unique coastal experience.
The Clouded Mind - British Library2013This audio visual art installation was inspired by the themes of the exhibition including mesmerism, ghostly manifestations and the hysteria of the supernatural.
What the Earth is Worth TV Doc VFX2013As well as Motion graphic development for this show, I also did some After Effects comping work with 3D brought in from C4D
Marketing Visualisation 20092013Examples produced for client of their livery design on 3D model
The democratisation of coding
A Big thank you to Nigel Hunt of 3D London and SiNi Software (opens in a new tab) asked me onto this one and moderated it: two hours on AI vibe coding, eight of us on stools at White Rabbit in Shoreditch.
Experience the Power of AMD Radeon™ PRO Graphics and AI in Your Workflow (opens in a new tab)
AMD featurette on the AI features in my creative content tools and how I use them.
Practical AI tools for a CG generalist
Back in the day when AI was still 'new'(ish).
AMD at NAB featuring the NEW Radeon Pro w7000!! (opens in a new tab)
Scan Pro Video went round the AMD stand in Las Vegas looking at the new Radeon Pro W7000 series of Pro GPUs.
postPerspective filmed me at SIGGRAPH 2022 in Vancouver (amazing city) on the AMD stand, where again I was a resident artist throughout the event.
Roundtripping your VFX projects using Cinema 4D and After Effects
As part of Vertex Week in 2022, I got the opportunity to be part of VFX day.
3D fundamentals workshop
Ninety minutes in workshop room two.
Live webcast from Foundry's Soho office, alongside Boyo Frederix of Postoffice Amsterdam.
Twenty-five video tutorials
Modo, Mari, Nuke and Cinema 4D, including a thirteen-part Cineware series.
Panellist
A brilliant evening, where we had the opportunity to discuss how companies utilise use remote GPU solutions to empower artists.
How freelancers maximise their value to clients and agencies
I gave a presentation in the Post Production Theatre, about how to focus as a freelancer and think about how best to work with clients and agencies.
If you're making the transition from 2D to 3D art, you need to understand pivots and centre points to prevent total chaos (opens in a new tab)
Here's how to get your head around adding a third dimension to your art.
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Why your 3D renders look wrong, and how the camera object fixes it (opens in a new tab)
For newcomers to creating 3D scenes, the render output may not be what you're expecting. Mike Griggs explains how to use the camera object to remedy this.
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How this secret 2D trick can speed up your 3D modelling (opens in a new tab)
Making your 3D models more detailed can be time-consuming, but it needn’t be.
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Nearly every 3D model is built from the same three components; this is what they are and why they matter.
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What is colour grading? Everything you need to know (opens in a new tab)
Find out how to become a colour grading master.
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The fastest way to get comfortable in 3D software (opens in a new tab)
Why Orbit, Pan, and Zoom are the three moves every 3D beginner must learn.
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How to make your models look real with colour (opens in a new tab)
How to use key, fill and rim lighting in 3D art (opens in a new tab)
Mastering the real-world techniques that work even better in CG.
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How to choose the right 3D software for you (opens in a new tab)
No-nonsense advice on choosing the right 3D app for your creative goals.
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How to iterate lighting for lookdev using Redshift and Cinema 4D (opens in a new tab)
Discover quick tips and tricks for efficiently iterating lighting for Look Development with Redshift and Cinema 4D. Enhance your workflows and achieve captivating results in no time!
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Give your Blender scenes more life by mastering the Light Linking feature (opens in a new tab)
Blender's Light Linking is a powerful feature that enables artists to control how lights interact with specific objects in a scene. This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide.
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How to seamlessly integrate Cinema 4D files into Unreal Engine (opens in a new tab)
Discover how to seamlessly integrate Cinema 4D files into Atlux, a powerful tool designed to streamline the workflow for 3D artists who are new to Unreal Engine.
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4 tips to make your collaborative art projects run smoothly (opens in a new tab)
Working on a project with other artists is incredibly rewarding. Discover some of the tools and techniques you can use to collaborate with ease and purpose
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How to animate an object along a spline in Cinema 4D (opens in a new tab)
Make complex animation movements much easier by moving the object along a predefined line
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How to assign a texture to an Alembic file in Cinema 4D (opens in a new tab)
Learn to assign textures to Alembic in Cinema 4D to vastly improve your scene’s efficiency.
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How to capture a 3D scan for a content creation app (opens in a new tab)
Create and import a 3D scan using a POP3 Scanner from Revopoint.
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How to take a 3D asset from Cinema 4D to After Effects (opens in a new tab)
Making use of the new 3D engine in After Effects.
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Make home-working a success for you and your clients.
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Octane Render 2023.1 review: blisteringly quick (opens in a new tab)
Our professional 3D artist puts Octane Render 2023.1 through its paces.
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How to keep your Node Graph organised in Nuke (opens in a new tab)
Discover how to prevent node-spaghetti in Nuke.
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Take your VR experience to the next level, with the best graphics cards for VR headsets available today.
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The best After Effects plugins to speed up your workflow.
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Adobe Substance 3D now has an end-to-end solution (opens in a new tab)
The Adobe Substance 3D Collection offers a new, innovative 3D workflow for artists of any skill level.
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PureRef: How to use the image reference tool (opens in a new tab)
Learn to collate and arrange reference images with PureRef.
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Compositing in animation: Learn the basics (opens in a new tab)
Get to grips with the basics of compositing for 3D animation.
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Discover how Gravity Sketch can positively impact your CG workflow with this step-by-step guide.
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Is a drawing tablet a third of the price of an equivalent Wacom only as third as good?
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Why you need Cinema 4D, and learn the basics of the software.
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Blender tools: features every 3D artist should know (opens in a new tab)
Discover how you can make the most of Blender's impressive toolset.
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Image formats in CGI: Everything you need to know (opens in a new tab)
Get your image formats right with this handy guide.
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Element 3D: What it is and how to use it (opens in a new tab)
Make stunning animations with Element 3D for After Effects.
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Autodesk Fusion 360 blends CAD and 3D tools. Get started with this handy guide.
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Create a realistic CG tree in 6 simple steps (opens in a new tab)
Bring your foliage to life with award-winning 3D software SpeedTree.
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The new ftrack system makes it easy for CG artists to collaborate.
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3D rigging: all you need to know to get started (opens in a new tab)
Get your head around 3D rigging with these key elements.
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Create bespoke 2D and 3D scenes with Adobe Dimension.
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Adobe Fuse: What it is and how to use it to create 3D characters (opens in a new tab)
Create convincing image blends with this 3D guide.
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Get to grips with this physically accurate render engine.
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A beginner's guide to using camera lenses (opens in a new tab)
Learn all you need to know about cameras and lenses in 3D software.
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Switch from Mac to Windows: A 3D artist's guide (opens in a new tab)
Want to switch to Windows? Here's what you need to know.
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A beginner's guide to displacement and bump maps (opens in a new tab)
See how these maps can give your 3D models extra relief and detail.
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The new (or newly updated) kit that should be in your toolbox this year.
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How to render realistic transparent surfaces (opens in a new tab)
Creating transparent surfaces is tricky; here's how to get it right.
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Model luminous 3D surfaces with these texture tips (opens in a new tab)
Master CG lighting with this advice for luminous surfaces.
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Model 3D textures quickly with Normal maps (opens in a new tab)
Master the basics of Normal map modelling with these quick tips.
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The subdivision polygon modeller just about keeps up with the competition with this upgrade.
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Give your 3D objects an extra layer of realism with our introduction to Diffuse properties.
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Will this update help the texture-painting software win even more users?
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Dome lights are one of the best ways to light a scene realistically.
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Anima 3 gives a refined and easy-to-master workflow for populating 3D scenes with AI-driven people.
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Create complex crowd scenes easily with Anima (opens in a new tab)
Explore this handy standalone tool for adding people to scenes.
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Vertex speaker Mike Griggs shows you his simple workflow.
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Vertex speaker Mike Griggs shows you how to get to grips with this fundamental 3D tool.
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Struggling for precision in your 3D work? See how snapping can help you.
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How to create a Redshift Proxy in Cinema 4D (opens in a new tab)
Speed up your 3D workflow and reduce your computational load.
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Learn to use this powerful 3D modelling tool's Sculpt workflow in six simple steps.
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Check out the latest announcements for digital artists.
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Summer has arrived, and so have a whole load of great new tools for digital artists.
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Check out the latest updates and new features available for digital artists this month.
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10 trends, tools, and tech updates you should know about (opens in a new tab)
We round up all the must-know news and groundbreaking trends from NAB 2017.
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10 great new tools for 3D artists this April (opens in a new tab)
Spring has sprung, and with it there are great new tools for digital artists.
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The final update to Modo 10 is here; has its staggered release been a success?
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As March arrives we welcome the month of spring and, naturally, a whole slew of new goodies for digital artists.
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9 great new tools for 3D artists this January (opens in a new tab)
Featuring everything from drawing tools to GPUs, discover this the best new tools for 3D artists this month.
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REVIEW: The latest version of Redshift solidifies its place as one of the most highly regarded render engines.
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REVIEW: The first big Modo 10 update brings new procedural tools into the mix.
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Christmas gift guide for 3D and VFX artists under £50/$75 (opens in a new tab)
3D and VFX artists are notoriously difficult to buy for, but here are 10 gift ideas for under £50 that are sure to make any pixel pusher smile.
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Christmas gift guide for 3D and VFX artists under £20/$25 (opens in a new tab)
Here are a selection of stocking fillers which will make any VFX or CG artist happy.
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Octane is one of the most exciting render engines on the market, which works with a huge range of applications. Here are some top tips for working with Octane in Cinema 4D.
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10 essential ZBrush shortcuts to improve your workflow (opens in a new tab)
While a uniquely creative application, ZBrush can be intimidating for new users. Here's some top ZBrush tips for beginners.
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REVIEW: Discover how Anima 2 takes the tedium out of animating character rigs and populating large scenes.
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10 of the best productivity tools for CG artists (opens in a new tab)
Being a successful CG artist doesn’t just depend on mastering a 3D app, there are numerous other applications which can make life easier and more efficient. Here are 10 of the best...
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REVIEW: Modo's latest release is a set of incremental updates, but will this purchase model please everyone?
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MODO 10 is one of the most powerful digital content creation apps on the market – here's 10 tips to get you up to speed with the amazing application.
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This plug-in offers a full FX solution for Cinema 4D users.
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Modo 902 offers an excellent camera matching and matte painting toolset
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Slik 2 for Modo offers a complete light setup and HDR-creation environment for new or experienced Modo artists
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Mari 3 offers a built-in Modo preview alongside shader support for V-Ray, Arnold, Redshift and Unreal
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See what advantages cloud render services such as Zync offer.
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Cadbury's singing baby commercial was rendered with Redshift
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