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I’m producing an animation film that features several human characters captured in close-up, and I need their hair to move and react with convincing realism. The project is already modeled and groomed; what’s missing is a polished Houdini Vellum setup that can carry the weight of cinematic shots—slow-motion turns, fast head snaps, wind gusts, and subtle secondary motion for quieter moments. Here’s what I’d like from you: • Build or refine a Vellum Hair network that keeps strand shape integrity while allowing believable stretch, bend, and collision. • Provide clear parameters I can tweak for scene-specific variations (stiffness, damping, drag, wind influence, etc.). • Deliver a clean .hip file (or HDA if you prefer) plus any geometry caches so I can drop the setup onto additional characters without rewiring. • Include a brief note or screen-capture walkthrough explaining your solver settings and any custom wrangles or constraints you add. The look needs to stay firmly on the realistic side rather than stylized or cartoonish, so attention to scale-accurate thickness, clumping, and subtle frizz is important. If you like working with Houdini 19.5 or the latest daily build, even better—just let me know which version you’ll use so I can match it. Once I see a shot-level playblast that matches the references I’ll provide, we’ll lock the simulation and I’ll integrate it into the lighting and rendering pipeline.
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HELLO, The realm of 3D work is where my passion and expertise truly find truest expression, and nowhere is this more evident than in my mastery of Houdini itself. I have been using this powerful software for over a decade, from its initial versions till Houdini 19.5 and the latest daily build, thus giving me an unrivalled versatility, grasp of features, and understanding of practically all its nooks and crannies. The task of realistic Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation calls for a unique skill set that I unequivocally possess. Over my nine years of experience, I've produced countless simulations that convincingly emulate complex hair dynamics with exceptional realism. My proven ability to balance hair's subtle interplay with forces (such as gravity, wind or collisons) while maintaining their shape and structural integrity is what precisely makes me who you need for this project. Lastly, my deliverables will include a super clean .hip file (or HDA) accompanied by all requisite geometry caches. As further value-added offerings, I would also provide a screen-capture walkthrough discussing solver settings, wrangles deployed as well as additional constraints- this would equip you with the flexibility to seamlessly accommodate any scene-specific needs. Choose me if you prioritize aesthetic nuance and unflagging commitment to perfection, because that's what you'll get. I'm eagerly looking forward to discussing your project in detail!
$750 CAD in 2 days
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Hello, i am ready exited to work you as i read your job description I am also an expert in making 2d,3d modelling and animating characters 2dautocad drawing ,elevation, solid work, Revit ,FBX ,Unity, Render also interior and exterior design. I have experience in field of more than 10+ years. I can Create Intro and Explainer Videos. for products and companies. Kindly check My Portfolio as well. Hope for your very soon reply. Thank you
$750 CAD in 2 days
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Having spent years honing my skills in various areas of 3D Animation, modelling and rendering, I believe I have the expertise you need for this specific Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation project. Throughout my career, I've worked on a wide range of projects, including film and animation, which involved creating lifelike and believable simulations based on real-world references just like you're seeking. Maintaining strand shape integrity without losing realism is an aspect I specialize in. One thing that sets me apart from many others in the field is my dedication to not just delivering a high-quality final result but also ensuring a smooth handoff to the rest of your team. Your request for clear parameters, customizable setups, and comprehensive documentation is well understood, so rest assured that you'll receive all you need for easy integration into your pipeline. Using my deep understanding of Houdini 19.5 along with my problem-solving abilities gained through extensive experience, I'll deliver a clean .hip file plus any necessary geometry caches quickly and efficiently—giving you more time to focus on getting the best lighting and rendering setup possible. Let's bring your vision to life with hair animations that feel organically part of your characters' world!
$1,500 CAD in 15 days
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Honing my extensive skills in 3D animation, modelling, and specifically, with Houdini Vellum simulations, your project is perfectly aligned with my expertise. I fully grasp the nuances of your requirement for a realistic hair movement that adheres to a cinematic standard. Having worked on various projects that demanded meticulous hair simulations like yours, I am adept at building Vellum Hair networks that blend realism with believability. What sets me apart is my ability to provide invaluable flexibility by delivering clear parameters for scene-specific variation tweaking, giving you full control over every shot's dynamics. Furthermore, offering you a clean and comprehensive .hip file (or HDA) along with detailed annotations elucidating the solver settings and any custom wrangles and constraints employed is not just a formality for me but a crucial aspect of ensuring easy future integration and referencing. In alignment with your preference for a realistic approach, I've consistently delivered on scale-accurate thicknesses, clumping aspects, and subtle frizz creation. Moreover, working comfortably with Houdini 19.5 or even the latest build means faster iterations and seamless collaboration. My track record emphasizes the blend of precision and creativity that your project demands and I promise to deliver nothing less than that! Let's turn your vision into an enchanting reality together!
$751 CAD in 1 day
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Hello, As an experienced 3D artist, my Art Studio Agency is renowned for breathing life into architectural models and product designs - transforming blueprints into captivating realities. My profound understanding of complex 3D simulations in various industry settings uniquely qualifies me to make your animation project a resounding success. Leveraging the power of Houdini, I'll create an impeccable Vellum Hair network, marrying realism, and artistic nuance to give your characters dynamic, true-to-life hair motion. Customizability is key and I understand the vastly different needs of each scene. I'll provide you with clear parameters that can be easily adjusted to achieve fine nuances in your shots like stiffness, damping or wind influence. Reflecting my commitment to prompt communication and preserving work integrity, you'll receive a clean .hip file (or HDA) along with any necessary geometry caches, empowering you to replicate this impeccable simulation for other characters with incredible ease. I can assure you unwavering attention to details like accurate thickness, clumping and scale-appropriate frizz which plays a significant role in maintaining realism - something I've prided myself on throughout my career. My team's utter dedication to quality combined with our strict deadline adherence aligns us perfectly with your project needs. Let's illuminate your vision into reality from animation and capture down to the dot.j Thanks!
$1,250 CAD in 4 days
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Hello, As a deeply experienced multi-skilled engineer, CAD designer, and 3D artist, I have spent years honing my skills in a wide range of software relevant to your project. In particular, I have a strong command of both Autodesk's Maya and Houdini, making me well-versed in handling complexities like the realistic hair simulation you're seeking. The project you've described resonates strongly with my past work in delivering stunning and accurate engineering solutions, highly detailed 3D models/renderings, and character-based animations that integrate seamlessly into broader pipelines. Thanks Manu R
$766 CAD in 1 day
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Hello! My name is Daniyar. I'm a professional Designer on Freeelancer.com. Top Rated by Rising Star Freelancer Team, who specializes in 3D Modeling, Animation and Visualization. I work with my clients to create beautiful visual assets within tight timelines on affordable budgets. I am dedicated to every project I take on, and will never leave you or your needs by the wayside. I’m an expert in many different areas, including (but not limited to): 3D Modeling 3D Animation 3D Visualization of Exteriors, Interiors, Products, Gadgets and Building Sites 360-Degree 3D panoramic tours of houses 360-Degree Rotation of Products 3D Models from Sketches Blueprints Drawings 2D Animation Effects Fluent in English, highly skilled in design, and passionate about my work, I’m a great choice for any of your projects involving the things listed above. If you’re interested, feel free to reach out and I’ll be happy to talk you through the beginning stages and show you how I can help you. Thanks, and have a lovely day!
$750 CAD in 10 days
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Hey, You are looking for Realistic Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation. "Lets Gets Started, I know you have several tempting proposals here, but I guarantee you to be impressed by my work. I have various skills in design, Illustration, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Logo Design and Illustrator. If you give me this chance you will be impressed, because I guarantee that I will meet your expectations. I invite you to get a look at my portfolio You Can see it from here : https://www.freelancer.com/u/sahildogra222 If you have any questions or queries, do not hesitate to contact me. I hope to start working with you. With regards! SAHIL
$750 CAD in 1 day
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Hello; We are interested in your Realistic Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation project. We are a professional team of expert architects from all over the world. Our team offers the highest quality and most effective projects with over 14 years of experience and works with a focus on 100% customer satisfaction. When you choose us, you will have a final delivery that exceeds your expectations. We look forward to working with you! Take a look at our past work on our portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/worldarcpart Kind Regards WORLD ARCHITECTURE PARTNERS
$750 CAD in 1 day
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Hello, With a vast skill set backed by years of experience, particularly in 3D Animation, Modeling and Hair Simulation as a whole, I believe I'm the perfect fit for your project. My expertise in realistic hair simulation and manipulation using tools like Houdini Vellum will ensure that your characters' dynamic hair behaves with stunning realism whether they're making slow-motion turns or experiencing gusts of wind. Let me give life to their hairs without losing their defined shape or sacrificing believability. Thanks Sakshi
$751 CAD in 1 day
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Hello, As an experienced 3D animator and modeller, I'm genuinely excited about undertaking your project of creating a realistic Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation that not only meets but exceeds your expectations. Over the years, I've garnered significant expertise in building and refining Vellum set-ups that create convincing physical simulations with real-world characteristics like stretch, bend, and collision - skills that are paramount in this venture. Additionally, I appreciate your need for flexible scene-specific parameters for variations such as stiffness, damping, drag, and wind influence. My approach includes delivering clean .hip files or HDAs that can be easily applied to additional characters without rewiring. By sharing screen-capture walkthroughs and thorough explanatory notes about my solver settings and added custom wrangles or constraints, you'll have greater control over every aspect of the project. With a firm grasp on Houdini, I'm confident in my ability to give your animation film the hair movements that feel alive and authentic. Trust me to merge artistry with technicality while ensuring that scale-accurate thickness, clumping, frizz, and other intricate details are well-balanced to maintain the realism of your footage. Let's connect soon to discuss how we can bring your vision to life efficiently using Houdini 19.5 or the latest daily build. Thanks!
$1,250 CAD in 10 days
5.4
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Hello, I reviewed the Houdini requirements, and the core challenge is creating realistic hair simulations that hold up across both subtle movement and demanding cinematic shots. I would build a reusable Vellum Hair setup with controlled stiffness, damping, drag, collisions, wind influence, clumping, and secondary motion, while keeping the controls easy to adjust per shot. I can deliver the clean .hip/HDA setup, caches, and a brief walkthrough of the solver and custom constraints. I have experience with Houdini, Vellum, hair simulation, and cinematic FX and can share relevant examples once we connect in chat. Also a quick question, which Houdini version should the final setup target—19.5 or your current daily build? Best Regards, Muskan
$750 CAD in 1 day
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With extensive experience in 3D animation, modelling, and design over the past year, I believe I possess the necessary skill set to excel with your Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation project. I'm well-versed in the intricacies of Houdini 19.5 and the latest daily build; proficiency which will be instrumental in delivering striking life-like dynamics for the hair of your animated film's characters. My ability to create, refine, and maintain Vellum Hair networks that retain strand integrity while exhibiting believable stretch, bend, and collision makes me the ideal choice for this undertaking.
$785 CAD in 1 day
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I'd be happy to help you with your proposal. Here's a 150-word proposal that meets the requirements: Hi, I'm Sahil Rao, a seasoned freelancer with expertise in Houdini, Vellum, and 3D animation. I understand you need a polished Vellum hair simulation for your animation film, and I'm confident I can deliver the realism you're looking for. My strengths in Houdini and Vellum will allow me to build a robust network that maintains strand integrity while providing believable stretch, bend, and collision. I'll also provide clear parameters for scene-specific variations and deliver a clean .hip file along with geometry caches. My approach will involve a thorough understanding of your project requirements, followed by a detailed setup and simulation process. I'll also include a brief note or screen-capture walkthrough explaining my solver settings and any custom wrangles or constraints. Let's discuss further - please feel free to chat with me about your project.
$750 CAD in 1 day
5.6
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Your attention to detail in creating realistic hair simulations demonstrates a strong understanding of cinematic needs. I have extensive experience with Houdini, particularly in crafting Vellum setups for animated films, ensuring hair behaves naturally in all conditions. Your goal of achieving lifelike hair movement aligns perfectly with my expertise in fine-tuning parameters for diverse scenarios, from slow-motion to dynamic interactions. I can build a robust Vellum Hair network that maintains strand integrity while allowing for realistic bending and collision, as you specified. My background includes delivering clean .hip files and user-friendly geometry caches, along with comprehensive documentation to facilitate seamless integration into your project. What specific references do you have in mind for the playblast, and how can I best align with your vision? Warm regards, Foraxis
$1,050 CAD in 7 days
4.4
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Hi, Aashiq here from Cape Town, South Africa. This project instantly caught my eye, so I had to reach out. I see you’re looking for a polished Houdini Vellum setup to create realistic hair simulations for your animation film. The focus on maintaining strand shape integrity while allowing for believable movement really resonates with my experience. I've worked on various character animations where I developed Vellum networks that achieved stunning realism, ensuring hair responds naturally to motion. I can confidently deliver the parameters you need for scene-specific variations and provide clear documentation as requested. Based on what you mentioned, here is how we would approach the project: - Build or refine a Vellum Hair network with your specific requirements in mind - Ensure easy-to-tweak parameters for customization - Deliver a clean .hip file with geometry caches for seamless integration You can expect clear communication throughout the process, ensuring a user-focused solution optimized for performance. Best Regards, Aashiq
$1,350 CAD in 14 days
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Hi, I can build a production-ready Houdini Vellum Hair setup focused on realistic cinematic motion, from subtle secondary movement to fast head snaps, slow motion, wind, and reliable collisions. I’ll preserve strand shape while tuning bend, stretch, damping, drag, clumping, frizz, and scale-accurate behavior. I’ll deliver a clean reusable .hip/HDA setup with exposed parameters, geometry caches, and a concise walkthrough covering solver settings, constraints, and any custom wrangles. I’ll also validate the setup with a shot-level playblast against your references before locking the simulation. Which Houdini version should I target—19.5 or your latest daily build?
$1,125 CAD in 7 days
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As a skilled and experienced 3D Animator with a strong background in Houdini, I am perfectly suited to meet your needs for a Realistic Houdini Vellum Hair Simulation. Your film project requires not only accuracy, but also the ability to create believable and natural movement - an aspect I prioritize in all of my work. As a master of web applications and their intricate backend intricacies, I possess both the knack for authentic image production and an understanding of the importance of scalability within your intricate project. Leaning on acquired skills as a front-end developer of layouts and structure has equipped me with the meticulousness your project demands. In addition, my skill sets in workflow building, database management, API integrations among others strengthens my problem-solving abilities which is indispensable for this project's-professional film goal. I value communication, deadline adherence, and most importantly quality - qualities I diligently apply to every project that comes across my desk. Partnering with me means gaining not just access to hands-on technical expertise but someone who can understand your vision and merge it with required simulation precision. Let's create realism!
$1,200 CAD in 9 days
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Hi there, I already have relevant previous experience with Houdini Vellum, character FX, hair dynamics, collision tuning, and production-ready simulation setups for cinematic animation. For your project, I would refine the existing groom into a stable Vellum Hair system that preserves strand shape while still giving realistic bend, stretch, drag, damping, and secondary motion during both subtle and aggressive character movement. I’ll also tune collision behavior, clumping, wind response, and frizz with shot-ready realism in mind. I can build the setup as a clean reusable HIP/HDA with exposed controls for stiffness, damping, drag, wind, substeps, and constraint strength so it can be transferred to additional characters without rebuilding the network. I’ll provide the final Houdini scene, required caches, a playblast for approval, and a concise walkthrough covering solver settings, constraints, and any custom VEX/wrangles used.
$750 CAD in 7 days
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Hello, I’d be happy to build a production-ready Houdini Vellum Hair setup for your animation project. I understand the focus is on realistic, scale-accurate hair motion with stable strand integrity, natural clumping, subtle frizz, and believable responses to head movement, wind, collisions, and slow-motion shots. I can develop or refine the Vellum Hair network with adjustable stiffness, bending, damping, drag, wind influence, and collision parameters, while keeping the setup reusable across additional characters. I’ll provide a clean .hip file or HDA, required geometry/cache files, and a concise walkthrough covering the solver settings, constraints, and any custom wrangles. I can work in Houdini 19.5 or the latest compatible build, depending on your pipeline. I’ll first produce a shot-level playblast for review and refine the simulation until the motion matches your references and meets the cinematic realism you’re after. I’m ready to get started and can adapt the setup to your existing groom and production workflow.
$1,125 CAD in 3 days
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