VP Gathering 25 - Erik Wolford - Shooting Europa, an Exploration Into the Latest ICVFX Techniques

Breda University of Applied Sciences hosted the 2025 edition of the Virtual Productions Gathering.

Meet the Speaker: Erik "Wolfie" Wolford - Cinematographer, Producer - Wolf Team Productions

Cinematographer Erik “Wolfie” Wolford specializes in features, commercials and documentaries.
Wolfie came up through the lighting department in the 90’s lighting features, music videos and commercials with legendary directors Spike Jonze, Michel Gondry, Mc. G and Francis Lawrence.
Soon Wolfie was joining lighting crews on features including Iron Man 3, Star Trek: Into Darkness, and Interstellar.
He is an expert in filming LED volumes, certified by Epic games in Unreal Engine, and ICVFX.

Presentation abstract:

Join us for “Shooting Europa,” a cutting-edge exploration into the latest ICVFX techniques shaping the future of filmmaking.
From seamlessly blending physical and digital sets, to using the new anamorphic lenses, and tackling the innovative world of AI-generated backgrounds, this presentation offers an in-depth look at the tools and methods behind creating cinematic magic.

More information of the Virtual Productions Gathering: https://vpgathering.com/

Contact: virtualproductions@buas.nl