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Student filmmakers embrace Autodesk Maya, AI to win big at VES for 'Silhouette'
Student filmmakers from ArtFX School of Digital Arts recently won the "Outstanding Visual Effects in a Student Project" award for their short film *Silhouette* at the 22nd annual Visual Effects Society (VES) Awards. The event, held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, celebrated excellence in visual effects across film, television, and other media.
In *Silhouette*, the protagonist, Claire, is a young woman living alone in a bustling, futuristic city. As her loneliness deepens, she begins to fade away, physically disappearing from the rain-soaked streets. The film showcases the creative use of Autodesk Maya for modeling, rigging, and animation, with the mGear plug-in playing a key role in the rigging process. The team behind the film includes Alexis Lafuente, Antoni Nicolaï, Chloé Stricher, Elliot Dreuille, Baptiste Gueusquin, and Marc Forest.
This year’s student category was sponsored by Autodesk for the 16th consecutive year, recognizing emerging talent in the field. Other nominees included *Au 8ème Jour*, *L’Animal Sauce Ail*, and *Loup y es-tu?*, all of which demonstrated impressive storytelling and technical skill.
Leona Frank, Autodesk’s director of Media & Entertainment marketing, praised the creativity and talent of the students, saying, “It’s inspiring to see the depth and breadth of student work this year, from thoughtful storytelling to stunning visual effects.â€
Beyond *Silhouette*, several other student films used Autodesk tools to bring their visions to life. *Au 8ème Jour* featured handcrafted sets made from fabric and yarn, while *L’Animal Sauce Ail* explored environmental themes through a whimsical narrative. *Loup y es-tu?* told a touching story of isolation and imagination, using a handmade aesthetic created with Autodesk Maya and Arnold.
The VES Awards honored 25 categories, with submissions reviewed by members from 25 countries. The selection process involved a rigorous 36-hour review, with each entry evaluated by three different panels. Winners were announced after careful consideration of both the artistic and technical merits of each project.
Autodesk continues to support students and educators by providing free access to industry-leading software like Maya, 3ds Max, Flame, and Arnold. These tools help aspiring artists develop the skills needed to succeed in the ever-evolving world of digital media.
Whether through awards, education, or innovation, Autodesk remains committed to empowering the next generation of creators.