Axis Studios

How do you take one of the world’s most iconic footballers and reimagine him in the Clash of Clans world? That was the challenge set for us by New York creative agency DAVID New York and their client Supercell. Find out from Erling Haaland himself and the Axis team how we seamlessly transitioned the star striker into the fantastical animated universe of Clash of Clans in this exclusive behind-the-scenes film. https://ow.ly/OfGm50RAsq7 Get insights into the film's creative journey from storyboarding to the final picture and how the team ensured the smooth integration of CG elements with live-action sequences cementing Haaland as the first ever real person to be depicted in the game. A massive thanks to the whole team including client Supercell, agency DAVID New York, Colour Studio No.8 , Colourist Alex Gregory, BTS Editor Rauri Cantelo, Director Oliver Reid, Creative Supervisor Simon Carr, VFX Exec Producer Nick Drew, Executive Producers Nicole Duncan & Chris Wenting, Producers Olga Kotas & Magdalena Grzesz, VFX Producer Jessica Phillips, VFX Supervisor Julian Martin-Samos, Live-Action Producer Carys Evans, CG Supervisor John Huikku & Art Director Mateusz Mizak and everyone else involved in both the cinematic and behind-the-scenes creations! Founder Creative #clashofclans #supercell #animation #vfx #behindthescenes #erlinghaaland #ClashwithHaaland

If you missed Axis' CG Supervisor Hudson Martins' incredible talk: “Into Lightfall - Creating Large-Scale Bespoke FXs at Volume for Destiny 2 Lightfall” with SideFX Software HOUDINI at #FMX2024, don't worry! You can now catch the whole thing anytime on the Houdini YouTube page to see Hudson in action: https://ow.ly/4xV850RQyze #sidefx #axisstudios #animation #fx #destiny2 #destiny2lightfall #events #talks

Annecy, you were merveilleuse- our team of Richard Scott, Laura Yeo and Andrew Pearce had a blast! Whether they were sharing the latest on Axis, partying with Animation Scotland, or meeting old and new friends, one thing's for sure- we can't wait for next time 🎉 #annecy #annecy2024 #mifa #events #animationevents #axisstudios

Re-imagining superstar footballer Erling Haaland into the Clash universe, alongside a crew of beloved Clans characters, called for seamless transitioning and ensuring the vibrant fantastical Clash of Clans style was profound throughout the whole spot. Witness the development from character turntables to final trailer below! https://ow.ly/BXFP50SjNWt Kudos to our client Supercell to agency DAVID New York and Production Company Founder Creative for such a successful campaign, to Colour Studio No.8, Colourist Alex Gregory and our talented team including Director Oliver Reid, Creative Supervisor Simon Carr, VFX Exec Producer Nick Drew, Executive Producers Nicole Duncan & Chris Wenting, Producers Olga Kotas & Magdalena Grzesz, VFX Producer Jessica Phillips, VFX Supervisor Julian Martin-Samos, Live-Action Producer Carys Evans, CG Supervisor John Huikku, Art Director Mateusz Mizak, and the entire project team. #clashofclans #supercell #animation #vfx #behindthescenes #erlinghaaland #cinematic #trailer #ClashwithHaaland

Our wonderful CG Supervisor, Stevie Gill, joined ACCESS: VFX for a special #pridemonth episode of the ACCESS:VFX Podcast! The episode features brilliant talent from the community working across the VFX, Animation and Games industry. Tune in to hear an insightful and important conversation, and thank you to Access VFX for having us! https://ow.ly/k1C150SiIWv #accessvfx #visualeffects #pride #lgbtqia #diversity #animation #games

Prepare for an all new zombie drama to sink your teeth into! We're so excited for everyone to see the work Axis' VFX team has created for the upcoming apocalypse dark comedy series Generation Z, alongside Writer & Director Ben Wheatley, Channel 4 and The Forge Entertainment. Keep your eyes peeled for more project news later this year! https://ow.ly/Pk7A50SiF2R #C4GenerationZ #axisstudios #vfx

Bringing a fresh new twist to the zombie genre, Axis’ VFX division partnered with Channel 4 and The Forge Entertainment for the upcoming six-part dramatic dark comedy series, Generation Z. Collaborating closely with Writer & Director Ben Wheatley throughout the process, our VFX team’s main focus was to bring Ben’s vision to full fruition, providing creative problem solving and developing a range of complex effects work. https://ow.ly/NGnJ50ShOMh Currently in production, we can’t wait for you to see the teams’ work in action when the series releases later this year🤩 #C4GenerationZ #axisstudios #vfx

Gear up for block-buster Borderlands that has gaming fans and movie lovers abuzz! We can't wait to show you what Axis' VFX team have been working on but for now make sure you watch the trailer & get ready for the action-packed release on August 9th. https://ow.ly/5ZFw50SaG6y #BorderlandsMovie #ChaosLovesCompany #AxisStudios #VFX

Get ready for Borderlands! Axis Studios delivered a stunning VFX sequence for the film based on one of the best-selling videogame franchises! Join an infamous bounty hunter and her team of ragtag misfits as they battle alien monsters and dangerous bandits. Featuring a star-studded cast, including Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Ariana Greenblatt, Florian Munteanu and Jamie Lee Curtis, be sure to set your diaries for the 9th of August! https://ow.ly/XcSw50SaWOe #BorderlandsMovie #ChaosLovesCompany #AxisStudios #VFX

Simon Carr is at VFX Festival right now, ready to share behind the scenes insights into three exciting Axis projects in his talk “Creative VFX Supervision at Axis Studios, from Feature Films to High-End TV”. Make sure you’re in the exhibition space from 11:15-11:45am today to catch it! #VFXFestival #axisstudios #vfx #events #talks #creativesupervision