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Hey everyone, Jack here. I sat down with the incredibly talented technical artist Finley Southwick for a deep dive that went everywhere from the nitty-gritty of building game vistas and using Houdini, to why math is secretly the coolest tool in game development, and how unconventional education paths can shape a creative career. We also get real about breaking into the industry, the magic of solo dev, and why preserving old games matters. If you're curious about the blend of art, tech, and problem-solving that makes games tick, you’ll love this chat.
Connect with Finley:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finley-southwick-0058521b1/
- Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/finleysouthwick
- Play "Mold" on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3785750/MOLD/
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Welcome
00:03:06 - Homeschooling
00:10:22 - Industry Role
00:13:57 - Vistas
00:19:53 - Elden Ring
00:27:22 - Rendering
00:31:52 - Shaders
00:37:28 - Houdini
00:46:32 - Why Tech Art
00:49:28 - Solo Projects
00:57:18 - Racing Games
01:06:53 - Accessible Math
01:20:36 - Tutorial Problem
01:48:08 - Community
01:58:06 - Wrap Up
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