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ON SITE Raum Mannheim Thursday, May 07, 10:00
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The FX of "Predator:Badlands"

FX can be subtle and still elevate visual storytelling. Join us on a journey from Yautja Prime to Genna as we dive into the diverse effects that shaped three key sequences in Predator : Badlands, revealing how simple effects can be complex and still make the difference.

Fabian Nowak

Fabian Nowak, Head of FX, The Yard VFX

With over 15 years of experience, Fabian Nowak is a leading FX Supervisor known for his expertise in large-scale simulations, from water and fire to smoke and particles. After starting his career at Ubisoft, he moved into film VFX, contributing to major productions at MPC and ILM, including the Academy Award-winner The Jungle Book, which earned him a VES Award. Fabian combines technical innovation with creative leadership, and is passionate about mentoring through teaching. Since joining The Yard as Head of FX, he has played a key role in elevating the studio’s simulation capabilities on its most ambitious projects.