The Crawling Prism
A lifeform made of light, metal, and glass.
Build the shot.
Understand the craft.
Build a metal-and-glass lifeform entirely in Houdini. Model its structure procedurally, bring it to life with KineFX, and create procedural floral caustics using COPs as part of the process. Finish with realistic, atmospheric lighting.
What you’ll explore
- Model a procedural metal-and-glass organism
- Animate the creature using KineFX
- Build floral caustics around a glowing core
- Light the scene for an atmospheric finish
Inside the course
Topic overview
01 Procedural organism+
Build the lifeform’s structure.
02 KineFX animation+
Bring the creature to life.
03 Caustics & COPs+
Create procedural floral light patterns.
04 Scene lighting+
Develop a realistic, mysterious atmosphere.
Before you begin
Check Gumroad for software compatibility and recommended experience.
A few things to know
Where do I buy and access the course?
Buy securely on Gumroad. The course product page provides purchase and delivery details.
Are project files included?
Course videos HIP project file Environment assets in USD format, via the included download link
What are the refund terms?
Review the current terms on the Gumroad product page before purchasing.
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