Case Study: Shirogumi achieves efficient, high-quality VFX lighting with Foundry Katana

Shirogumi lights about 20 shots in a single project file with Foundry Katana

Shirogumi, a leading Japanese animation and VFX studio, sought to overcome the challenges of its traditional CG production workflow for large-scale feature films. The studio needed a more efficient way to manage heavy data and streamline its lighting and rendering processes for projects like "The Yin Yang Master Zero." To address this, Shirogumi implemented Foundry's Katana.

By adopting Foundry's Katana, Shirogumi established a node-based workflow that centralized data management and enabled lighting for multiple shots within a single project file. This solution significantly improved efficiency, allowing a team of up to 30 members to handle a large number of shots with fewer staff. The implementation of Katana minimized learning time, expanded creative expression, and played a key role in the successful five-month VFX production for the film.

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