midduke

Thanks heaps for the reply. I will have a look at that now.

Also may I ask, what purpose do programs like houdini serve then.

Cheers.

Im not sure this is even in the right forum, but oh well.

I am currently studying 3D design, but I am very interested in making my way in VFX. The only problem is I have no idea where to start. I have obtained copies of both XSI and houdini. So I guess the first question is which would be better for a beginner to start on. I have watched all of Houdini's online tutorials and because of my slight background in 3D already i understand the modelling texturing redering etc. What I am completely lost with though is how to intergrate all this great 3D stuff into live footage off a camera. I have absolutely no idea how to do that. I know these are pretty noobish questions, but I am kind of teaching myself so…

Can you guys recomend some tutorials to actually help me with compositing the 3D with the real footage. Also if this is in the wrong section please move it.

Cheers.