PlatePros is an American company specializing in the creation of high-resolution VFX plates mainly used for feature films, but also in the commercial and television industry. During Cine Gear 2023, we had the chance to discuss with CEO and founder David Smith – who shot VFX plates for Joker, Stranger Things, Irishman, and many more – about their creation process, the gear they use to create 12K resolution plates, and PlatePros’ upcoming, on-demand VFX plates library. Virtual Production with giant 360° LED screens is gradually used more often on big commercials and feature films, but it won’t replace the Green/Blue screens anytime soon. However, there is one thing you still need in both shooting scenarios: a VFX plate to replace your Green/Blue screen or to put in the Virtual Production scene. Tradeshows are perfect for discovering new and exciting pieces of camera equipment. They are also an excellent place to meet people who worked on the feature films we’ve all seen and to learn more about their creative and technical workflow. We took some time to sit down with David Smith from PlatePros to learn more about what his company is doing and everything VFX plate related! What is a VFX Plate? First of all, let’s start with a definition of what a VFX Plate is. In the visual effects world, a VFX plate is footage (or a high-resolution image) of a scene, usually without any actors or props. This VFX plate is then used as a background to replace...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 9 June, 2023