in this course we will introduce lava tools from the shelf tools in Houdini 18 , we will have quick start and run over the different tools and make scene setup and render it .

in the lessons we will use lava from object tool from the shelf tools , then we will add material and light then render the scene , also we will explain some shortcuts and Houdini basics , this lesson is for beginners

Houdini is a 3D animation software application developed by SideFX. SideFX adapted Houdini from the PRISMS suite of procedural generation software tools. Its exclusive attention to procedural generation distinguishes it from other 3D computer graphics software.

Houdini is particularly suitable for visual effects artists with a technical background. It provides all the tools in 3D software but is better known for the VFX tools.

Beginners using Houdini should have a learning curve of procedural design across the software’s features. The key to success with Houdini is his extensive knowledge of mathematics and algorithms. Therefore, technical Artists with a background in programming and mathematics will be able to learn Houdini more easily than others.

Artists who successfully learn this software will find that Houdini allows to create many effects without any traditional artistic interaction. Teams will love working with Houdini as all parts of the project can be easily modified at any point in the development process.