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“My background is in VFX, and I know from experience that the best VFX are when you have something real in the frame that you can either extend or work off of. It was really important to get as much as possible in camera, for real.” quote by Wes Ball
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“My background is in VFX, and I know from experience that the best VFX are when you have something real in the frame that you can either extend or work off of. It was really important to get as much as possible in camera, for real.”

Wes Ball

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Source Interview: Visual Effects in Film, 2015

Effective VFX rely on real elements captured on set, which can be extended or enhanced later.

In simple terms: Good VFX start with real footage to build upon.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize practical shots before digital additions.

Themes

filmmaking visual effects production

Mood

practical strategic

Type

technical creative

When to use this quote

  • on‑set shooting
  • post‑production
  • budget planning
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

practicality integration realism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How much can you capture in camera?
  • When is CGI preferable?
A Different Perspective

Budget or time constraints may limit real‑world capture.

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