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Since 2014, CG Garage has brought lively, informal conversations with Oscar-winning legends, visionary artists, and the innovators driving the industry's biggest technological leaps. From in-depth interviews to spirited roundtable discussions, hosts Chris Nichols and Daniel Thron explore the art, craft, and future of filmmaking. With Hollywood in the middle of a major revolution, we talk to the fi... more

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Most VFX supervisors trained on tentpoles have no idea how to make an independent film. Ed Douglas (VFX supervisor on Kane Parsons' Backrooms) and Peter Timberlake (VFX on Curry Barker's Obsession) have built careers doing exactly that, and they're b... more

Jonathan Goldman called CAA to find out if his agent still worked there, and the replies to his Threads post said more about Hollywood's middle layer than most trade coverage this year. Jonathan has spent thirty years on the development side of the b... more

Warner Bros. was ready to write off Coyote vs. Acme, and after a sale to another company it has taken in about $85 million as of this episode's release. That sits inside a summer that put $4.7 billion through the box office, a record in dollars with ... more

Kane Parsons was 19, had never worked inside a professional visual effects pipeline, and had taught himself the shots he needed in Blender in his bedroom. Edward Douglas, VFX supervisor on Backrooms (also Long Legs, Keeper, and multiple Oz Perkins fi... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Goldman
Unscripted/Documentary filmmaker and producer
Episode: I Called CAA to See If My Agent Still Worked There | Jonathan Goldman | Episode 568
James Blevins
VFX/film industry professional (guest chaired discussion)
Episode: A Record Summer, Yet Studios Still Can't Pick Winners | CG Garage #567
Edward Douglas
VFX supervisor on Backrooms
VFX Supervisor, Backrooms
Episode: Backrooms VFX Was Built Around Kane Parsons' Blender Workflow | Edward Douglas #566
Brian Drewes
VFX supervisor, Zero VFX; involved with Somantix AI and Widows Bay
Zero VFX; Somantix AI
Episode: Widow's Bay's Invisible VFX: How a New England Team Fakes Nothing | Brian Drewes | Ep. 565
Peter Timberlake
VFX supervisor, Queen Studio
Queen Studio
Episode: Obsession's Secret VFX Behind Nikki's Uncanny Face | Peter Timberlake | Ep 564
Richard Crudo
ASC member, longtime cinematographer and former ASC president
ASC
Episode: Easy Rider Is the Roadmap Hollywood Needs Right Now | Episode 563
Alana Newell
CEO of Crafty Apes
Crafty Apes
Episode: CEO of Crafty Apes Alana Newell on What Actually Motivates Artists | Episode 562
Todd Perry
VFX supervisor and industry guest
Freelance / VFX supervisor
Episode: Spider-Man's Record Weekend, the EU vs. AI Video, and the First Rule of Being a VFX Supervisor | Episode 561
Matthew Butler
VFX supervisor on Disclosure Day
Digital Domain
Episode: Inside the VFX of Disclosure Day with Matthew Butler | Episode 560

Hosts

Chris Nichols
Host focused on interviewing guests about CGI, VFX, and industry trends; part of a long-running duo
Daniel Thron
Co-host bringing production insight and practical perspectives on filmmaking workflows

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • VFX generalists and specialists

    I love this podcast and all of your guests. Being a former VFX artist myself, maybe you could reach out to some others like Kevin Kutcher, Chris Zapara, Kevin VanHook and Mark Kochinski. Look them up they are incredible artists that I think would add to your wonderful show. Again thank you for keeping this show so informative and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony92376
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of the best

    Wonderful! Really appreciate this podcast. Thank you for bringing it! And a great honor to prof. Krivanek. What a loss for the rendering world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bing-grapgics
    United States5 years ago
  • Great content

    Love the show!

    Just wish the host would let the guests finish their sentences instead of interrupting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mmeammel
    Australia6 years ago
  • 10/10

    Love it! Googled best VFX podcasts and came across this one, not disappointed 🤲🏾 keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huoilyas
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • 5 out of 5 rating

    Thank you Chris for the authenticity, consistency and enthusiasm with which you create the podcast. The CG garage shows talk from the Chaos Group artist network during a weekly podcast with some of the biggest namens in the graphics industry. I have a portrait drawing service and I am developing in eco build design, and V-Ray renders the most enjoyable result. 5 out of 5 rating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Today 2D
    Netherlands6 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for its depth on VFX and practical effects, with many recommending more guests from the CG industry.
Episodes are described as informative and inspiring for CG professionals and hobbyists alike, though occasional pacing critiques are noted.
Fans appreciate the host's ability to elicit technical detail while keeping conversations engaging.

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Talking Points

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Widow's Bay's Invisible VFX: How a New England Team Fakes Nothing | Brian Drewes | Ep. 565
Q: Can you explain Somantix AI and its role in AI governance for VFX?
Somantix AI is intended to provide governance and provenance for AI usage across creative workflows, enabling tracking of what AI was used, where it came from, and embedding policy and terms of service within delivered files to document responsible usage and facilitate accountability.
Widow's Bay's Invisible VFX: How a New England Team Fakes Nothing | Brian Drewes | Ep. 565
Q: How did you get involved in Widows Bay and what drew Zero to work on it?
Zero had a strong track record in the Massachusetts area and a reputation for aligning set decisions with on-screen needs; the team was invited due to relationships with Apple and the project's leadership, and they emphasized on-set collaboration and practical shooting to minimize heavy CG while maintaining a strong visual style.
Obsession's Secret VFX Behind Nikki's Uncanny Face | Peter Timberlake | Ep 564
Q: What was the key creative brief you were given for Nikki's face, and how did you execute it?
The brief was to disturb without fully breaking reality, pushing the uncanny valley in a controlled way by tweaking eye size, mouth expressions, and micro-movements, then coordinating with edits to create a two-layer emotional read in a single scene.
Obsession's Secret VFX Behind Nikki's Uncanny Face | Peter Timberlake | Ep 564
Q: How did you first get involved with Obsession and what drew you to the project?
I came in during post-production after Taylor and the team had already built the core look; what attracted me was the challenge of making a low-budget horror film feel big through inventive VFX and strong collaboration with a director who understands the medium.
He Cold-Called Kubrick's Secret Number | Doug Trumbull | Episode 555
Q: What got you into this, and what inspired you early on?
Doug describes growing up in a family connected to film and engineering, early exposure to animation and special film processes, and a determination to pursue a path beyond traditional in-betweener work, which propelled him toward transformative cinematic technologies.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CG Garage

What is CG Garage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, informal show focused on the art, craft, and evolving technology of filmmaking, with a strong emphasis on visual effects, practical effects, and the AI-driven tools shaping the industry. Conversations are built around deep-dive interviews with seasoned VFX supervisors, directors, and technologists, plus candid discussions about production challenges, budgeting, and distribution in modern cinema. Noteworthy is the consistent pairing of hands-on industry experience with forward-looking takes on AI, LED stages, and new workflows, making it valuable for professionals seeking practical insights, real-world production anecdotes, and a sense of where the industry is headed. The format tends to blend technical detail with personable story... more

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