
VFX MOJO
VFX •• MODELING •• LIGHTING/RENDERING •• ENVIRONMENT ••
•• Multiple Houdini Courses | • Single Houdini Course | ☼ Houdini available for Project/Studio Use
VFX Mojo develops training programs tailored for visual effects artists, video game artists, and content creators seeking to enhance their skills in SideFX Houdini. Our experience in conducting various workshops, seminars, talks, and courses, both in-person and online, encompasses a wide range of topics, from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques like RBD, Pyro, Terrains, Vellum, and other production-proven methodologies. Furthermore, we specialize in creating custom training curricula for universities and studios globally.
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Maria Sahai
FX Supervisor, VFX Mojo
Maria Sahai is an accomplished FX Supervisor and co-founder of VFX Mojo, a visual effects studiobased in Singapore and Norway. Maria’s work on high-profile projects such as Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Dune: Part Two, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, and multiple TV series across platforms like Netflix, Amazon, Paramount+, National Geographic, and MGM. Maria is renowned for her unique ability to demystify complex Houdini topics, making them accessible to beginners, intermediate learners, and seasoned professionals alike. Her approachable yet thorough teaching style ensures that learners grasp advanced concepts with ease. She frequently trains artists at various studios behind the scenes, contributing to the refinement of workflows and enhancing in-house visual effects processes. In addition to her ongoing role as an FX supervisor, Maria serves as a mentor and Houdini educator at various universities and media schools around the world.

Karim Sahai
VFX Supervisor, VFX Mojo
Karim Sahai co-founded VFX Mojo and is a seasoned Visual Effects Supervisor. Karim has made significant contributions to Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Denis Villeneuve's masterpieces, including the award-winning The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Dune: Part Two and more than 50 other television series and films. With more than 30 years of experience in the industry, Karim has held creative leadership roles at top VFX studios, including Weta FX, Industrial Light & Magic, and DNEG, where he developed decades of expertise. This experience is now shared through his workshops in Asia and Europe, inspiring future artists.
Maria Sahai and Karim Sahai are esteemed educators with decades of experience from both production and education. They actively collaborate with gaming, animation, and VFX studios that seek their visual effects and Houdini training services. Through hands-on workshops and advanced instruction, they advance the skills of professionals in these fields, ensuring artists leave with both knowledge and confidence.