VFX past, present, future - With Academy Award winner Eric Barba - Ep. 95

In this episode of the CG Pro Podcast, visual effects supervisor Eric Barba shares his journey from aspiring car designer to a leading figure in the visual effects industry. He discusses the challenges and innovations in VFX, particularly during the production of 'Benjamin Button,' and emphasizes the importance of problem-solving, teamwork, and building trust on set. Eric also reflects on his leadership style and the dynamics of managing creative teams in high-pressure environments. In this conversation, Eric Barba discusses the evolution of AI in visual effects (VFX), emphasizing its role as an advanced tool rather than a complete replacement for traditional artistry. He shares insights on integrating practical effects with AI, the importance of foundational artistry skills, and the need for professionals to stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry. Barba advocates for continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies while maintaining a strong grasp of artistic fundamentals.

You can listen to VFX past, present, future - With Academy Award winner Eric Barba - Ep. 95 online on Radio and Podcast. Open the player on this page to stream the available audio.

VFX past, present, future - With Academy Award winner Eric Barba - Ep. 95 is an episode from CG Pro Podcast by Edward Dawson-Taylor.

This episode is 69:20 long.

This episode was published on Apr 12, 2026.

Yes. Use the heart button on the episode page to add it to your favorite episodes list.

Yes. This page shows related episodes from CG Pro Podcast when more episodes are available from the podcast feed.