Ilya Novikov

VFX & Tech Artist |
Dare Academy 2023 Finalist |
MSc Technical Art & Visual Effects | Abertay University |
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[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

On 16-18 of May, I will be at #ADGS2024 showing my honours project. It is focused on a custom utility tool for Unreal Engine to make the application of NPR techniques accessible and streamlined for novice users. Be my guest to talk about shaders, technical art and visual effects.

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

@Jhosep_gamer Does it rely on source code editing? Otherwise, how do you pass the heightmap from the actors' materials to the post-process? Is it something to do with "hijacking" an unused channel input perhaps....

[Inazuma Eleven Series @InazumaSeries]

⚡August 21, 2025⚡Release Date Reveal!
Follow & Repost for a chance to win a game code!

During the HEROES SHOWCASE, we've unveiled tons of new info, incl. supported platforms & special Selectable Characters you can recruit to your team!

Check it out below!
https://t.co/fYrOpNYMl6

#InazumaEleven

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Btw, now I'm on BlueSky. If anyone is interested, drop by. I'm always open to connect.
https://t.co/i2m50z0Ifc

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

And yes, I'm an adult with responsibilities. But these pajamas are trying to tell the opposite🤣

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Had some joy today trying mocap for the first time. In a day I took part in a military operation, had an electroshock therapy, been a pilot of a plane and a helicopter.
+ Done some surfing and played dice
Doing mocap makes animation work so fun!
#mocap

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Surfing imaginary waves

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Alongside my previous work, I was also working on a music video as a CGI Cinematographer and Lighting/Technical Artist. In two weeks the team produced a music video with a song of our choice. Chaotic at times, but an incredibly fun experience.

https://t.co/29Mf2jdINm

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Now the "finisher ability" is done! Including the dynamic sequencer camera, snappy impact frames, and the ability to disguise as your target.

More details can be found on my ArtStation: https://t.co/ZO9xiHicKP

#unrealengine #vfx #technicalart #shaders

[腱鞘炎と戦うデザイナー @kensyouen_Y]

完成まで動かないでって言ったのに…
#3DCG

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

An automatic "disguise drop-off" has been implemented✨

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

The further it gets, the more interesting it becomes. Once I adjust the logic for the reverse transition I can finally spend the remaining time on the actual "spice" of the effect - Impact Frames...and some decals...
#vfx #techart #UnrealEngine #realtimevfx #shaders

[‏ً @kagstinycrown]

I AM CRYING 😭 they played haikyuu theme

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Level Sequencer is such an interesting and powerful tool that can tie any scriptable actions to the timeline and activate with the player whenever it's called. Lots of work left on this project but I can't wait to see the end result. So fun!

#vfx #unrealengine #ue5 #realtimevfx

[Inazuma Eleven Series @InazumaSeries]

Beta Test Demo
For PS5/PS4/Steam
Scheduled to release 7/18 (Thu) 20:00 (JST)⚡

Watch the announcement trailer on YouTube!
https://t.co/8NqRRoHwFa

Thank you for your patience, we're almost there!

#InazumaEleven

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Bachelors with Honours in Computer Games Technology is achieved. Onwards for Masters in Tech Art & VFX.
The "G8" of CGT, let's keep up with the amazing work moving forward into the future of games development

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

Started working on a new project prior to the graduation. Playing dynamic level sequences anywhere in the level is such a neat feature. Now that the base animations are in place, I can start working on particles and post-processing.

#UnrealEngine5 #animation #VFX #techart

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

A follow-up post to the previous stylized film camera transition. This time as part of the gameplay. While not much camera work was done, this experience gave me a foundational understanding of integrating timeline sequences into the code. My next goal is to focus on "Combat FX".

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

After a break and a few weeks of work, I finished the project that I started during the graduate show exploring cinematics and leveraging my post-processing skills. It's a stylized film camera post-process effect inspired by the anime opening of "Ano Natsu de Matteru"

[Ilya Novikov @WolfisFT]

@MegumiBandicot Any JRPG

[HEXAMENDLE @HEXAMENDLE]

Goodbye AFO, Farewell OFA.
Manga: My Hero Academia [Ch.423]