HOUDINI BATTLE #19

Welcome to Houdini Battle, where 4 players compete live and show off their talent. Each battle’s theme will remain secret until we start, then each player will have 1 hour to create a work of art. You as our audience will choose the winner at the end. Join us!
Discord link: [https://discord.gg/pDTXa43 ](https://discord.gg/pDTXa43)
Watch past battles: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_KU7tFvuDG83UYwKGBMxp5b67aC6E-fn ](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_KU7tFvuDG83UYwKGBMxp5b67aC6E-fn)

The Players
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Max Schwugier

Max Schwugier is a 3D Designer working for Man vs Machine. He studied Interactive Media in Augsburg, Germany, and enjoys exploring the boundaries of 3D simulation and animation.

Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/maxschwugier/?hl=en ](https://www.instagram.com/maxschwugier/?hl=en)
Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/maxschwugier ](https://www.patreon.com/maxschwugier)

Lukasz Pason

Lukasz Pason is a multi-disciplinary 3D Artist with a strong background in the gaming industry and experience working with clients such as PlayStation, Apple, Google, and SUPERCELL. He specializes in conceiving and designing motion and visual aesthetics for key stakeholders, and creating systems that can be adapted for use across multiple assets and regions. He is committed to continuously learning and improving to contribute to the success of the project.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xrossfader/
Website: Lukasz Pason

Tim J

Tim is a freelance Designer/Photographer working mainly with motion design and abstract visuals. He studied Design and Future Making, graduating with a Master of Arts. As a Motion Designer, his strong suit is abstract animations inspired by nature/biology and his strong passion as a photographer.

Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/timjdesign/ ](https://www.instagram.com/timjdesign/)
Website: https://timj-design.com/

Kevin Weber

Kevin Weber is a Senior Houdini FX Artist/TD interested in creating digital imagery and experimenting with technology. He specializes in parametric and procedural systems for 3D, typically in Houdini. He adapts quickly to new environments and loves to learn and share knowledge with the people around him. He takes responsibility and works hard to produce quality material. He values organization and structured workflows. In his spare time, he makes art, and DIY projects, and enjoys playing (or making!) video games.

Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/profbetis/ ](https://www.instagram.com/profbetis/)
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluevisual/ ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluevisual/)

The Commentators
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Armin Lotfi

Armin Lotfi is a self-taught 3D Visual Artist and Motion Designer. His educational background in architecture, experience in photography, and graphic design have granted him a better understanding of the 3D world. Throughout the years, he has developed a workflow between different software packages such as Houdini FX, Autodesk Maya, Substance Painter, Nuke, After Effects, and Photoshop.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armin_lotfi/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SimpleandProcedural

Peter Acara

Peter Acara started Houdini Hangout in late 2021 and is currently working as a Training Lead at SideFX. In the 7 years prior to joining SideFX, he was working as a 3D Generalist in the commercial industry. He creates courses for the Houdini Insight learning platform, consults with instructors about curriculum, and supports the Houdini Educator Community. He loves watching rocket launches and F1 races in his free time.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parcara/
Website: https://portfolio.parcara.com/

The Host
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Debra Isaac

Debra Isaac is a Visual Artist, Animator, and the Founder of Houdini.School and works at SideFX as their Community Mentor. She loves community building, and co-organizes The Los Angeles Houdini User group (LAHUG). She has over 10 years of experience teaching Houdini and currently teaches Houdini at Drexel University. She is passionate about scientific visualization, motion graphics, and emerging technologies. Her past clients have included Intel, Mattel, and The UCLA Art|Sci Center.

Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/houdini.school/ ](https://www.instagram.com/houdini.school/)