How do you ensure that your VFX work aligns with the overall style of the project?

It's essential to align precisely with the director when it comes to the visual style. Words alone are often insufficient in this area, as when we hear a word like "car," each of us pictures something different in our minds. One word can cover infinite images, infinite styles.

It's important to request visual aids from the director, such as moodboards and lookboards, which use images to help convey the film’s visual language.

These images can be screenshots from other films, for example, but the key is that they allow the creators to communicate the vision’s look, mood, shapes, textures, and colors through visuals rather than relying on words alone.

To make sure my VFX work aligns with the overall style of the project, I start by having a thorough discussion with the client or director to understand their vision and style preferences. I ask for references and any specific guidelines they have for the look and feel of the effects.

Throughout the project, I keep regular communication with the client to share progress and get feedback. This helps ensure that my work stays on track with their vision. I also provide early drafts or test versions of the effects so they can see how things are shaping up and make any adjustments if needed.

By staying in close contact and being open to their input, I make sure that the VFX work blends seamlessly with the overall style of the project and meets the client’s expectations.