This reel presents a curated selection of our specialized VFX preparation services, covering Rotoscoping, Paint/Cleanup, Camera Tracking, and Rotomation. Each sequence is a testament to our ability to handle complex shots with precision, consistency, and uncompromised quality.

Rotoscope

Rotoscoping – Character with Hair Detail

This shot focused on isolating a live-action character with complex hair movement. The task involved frame-by-frame roto to capture not just the main silhouette, but also the fine strands and natural motion of the hair.

Our tasks included:
– Isolating the full body of the character, including overlapping limbs
– Detailing hair strands and flyaways with precision
– Preserving motion blur and soft edges for a natural composite
– Delivering clean mattes for background replacement or color work

Shots like these require extra care to maintain realism while keeping the matte production-ready. Our team ensured smooth edges, no jitter, and accurate tracking throughout.

Tools used: Silhouette, Nuke

Retouch/ Cleanup

Environment Cleanup – Road Line Removal

This sequence involved detailed paint and cleanup to remove lane dividers from moving camera shots. Our artists maintained ground detail and lighting consistency frame-by-frame for a natural final output.

Tools: Nuke, Mocha, Silhouette, Photoshop
Tasks: Frame-by-frame cleanup, ground texture reconstruction, consistency with lighting/shadows.

Rig & Wire Removal

This shot involved cleaning up rigs and safety wires that were used during the shoot.

Our tasks included:
– Tracking the camera and stabilizing the shot
– Removing the rig and wires frame by frame
– Rebuilding the background where the rig was visible
– Matching lighting and texture to blend everything seamlessly

The goal was to make it look like the rig was never there — and we did just that, without compromising any original detail or motion.

Tools used: Nuke, Mocha Pro, Photoshop

Rig & Vehicle Front Removal – CG Integration Support

For this holiday-themed sequence, the production team planned to place CG reindeer in front of Santa’s vehicle. To make that possible, our job was to prepare the live-action footage by removing the visible rig structures and the front portion of the vehicle.

How we helped the CG studio:
– Removed the front section of Santa’s vehicle from every frame
– Painted out visible rig elements used during filming
– Reconstructed the background where the vehicle and rigs had been
– Matched lighting, shadows, and textures for a clean, consistent plate
– Delivered ready-to-use cleaned-up shots for the CG team to add animated reindeer

By delivering perfectly cleaned plates, we ensured that the CG team could focus on animation and integration without worrying about any unwanted elements in the scene. Our work was designed to be invisible — so the final audience sees only the magic, not the behind-the-scenes tools.

We worked on multiple shots for this project, preparing the plates for CG integration. Here are a few examples of the work we delivered.

Rotomation

For this project, we worked on rotomation — matching 3D models to live-action performances, frame by frame.

Our tasks included:
– Tracking the actors’ movement using 3D Equalizer
– Building and rigging 3D skeletons in Maya
– Matching body mechanics and timing to the live footage
– Providing accurate animation data for CG elements and FX simulation

This step is crucial when digital elements need to interact with real actors — whether it’s for cloth simulation, digital doubles, or complex FX work.

Tools used: Maya, 3D Equalizer

Fire Addition – Candle Flame

In this shot, we added a realistic flame to a candle that was originally unlit. This subtle but important detail brings life to the scene and helps build atmosphere.

Our tasks included:
– Tracking the candle position and any subtle camera movement
– Adding a digitally created flame element with natural flicker
– Matching the light intensity and color with the surrounding scene
– Adding soft glow and minor light interaction on nearby surfaces

The final output blends seamlessly with the plate, making the flame look practically lit on set.

Tools used: Nuke, After Effects

Disclaimer

The footage shown on this website/showreel is used strictly for portfolio and demonstration purposes by Singarajan VFX. The purpose is to showcase the technical and artistic capabilities of our team in areas such as Rotoscoping, Paint, Cleanup, Rig and Wire Concealment, Rotomation, and Environment Restoration.

We do not claim ownership of any original footage, characters, or creative assets featured in the videos. All rights, including copyrights and trademarks, remain the property of their respective production companies, creators, or clients.

This content is not used for resale, commercial gain, or redistribution. It is presented solely to highlight our role in the visual effects process and the contributions we’ve made as part of a larger production team.

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