Pixel Puzzle
by David Cordon
Episode 12 - Lighting for the Unseen
About this podcast
Pixel Puzzle is a platform dedicated to revealing what visual effects (VFX) are really about — beyond the magic, beyond the myths, beyond the credits that roll by too fast to read.
We’re here for the artists, the technologists, the dreamers — and for the outsiders who’ve always admired the craft without fully understanding it.
Through honest conversations with pioneers, leaders, and unsung heroes of the industry, we break down the walls that separate “the business” from “the art,” and “the audience” from “the work.”
Our mission is simple, but urgent:
To humanise visual effects.
To show the world the reality behind the spectacle — the creativity, the collaboration, the grit, the breakthroughs, the heartbreak, and the future that’s still being written.
Who we’re for:
📍 VFX artists who want their craft to be seen and respected.
📍 Industry professionals who want a clearer, bigger picture.
📍 Students, directors, producers, writers — anyone whose work touches the moving image.
📍 Curious minds outside the industry who simply want to understand how the magic is made — and why it matters.
Why it matters:
Because VFX isn't just technology.
It's storytelling. It's art. It's culture.
And it deserves to be understood — not just admired, criticised, or overlooked.
Pixel Puzzle is not about hype. It's about connection. It's about passing the mic to the people who live this craft every day, and helping the world see visual effects the way we see it:
Essential. Evolving. Human.
👉 Subscribe now and become part of a community that believes in curiosity, creativity, and the joy of seeing the world in a whole new light.
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Episodes
- Episode 12 - Lighting for the Unseen · 1 h 23 min · Episode 12Chapters 00:00 The Journey into Cinematography 13:00 Influence of Japan on Artistic Perspective 18:55 Evolving Views on Visual Effects 32:07 Lighting Techniques and VFX…
- Episode 11 - A Director's Perspective on Visual Effects · 45 min · Episode 11Chapters 00:00 The Art of Pitching and Filmmaking 02:16 Early Influences and Journey into Filmmaking 04:47 Directing Style and Identity 07:36 Collaboration and Working with…
- Episode 10 - A Coach's Guide to Wellbeing · 1 h 15 min · Episode 10Chapters 00:00 Farewell and Reflection on the Journey 01:57 The Shift from Production to Coaching 03:55 The Brilliance of People in Visual Effects 06:24 Adapting to Industry…
- Episode 09 - Inside The Frame: The Artist's Role · 1 h 30 min · Episode 9Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and the Guest 01:43 Jeroen Desmet's Journey into VFX 10:23 Defining the Artist's Role in VFX 17:19 The Importance of Resilience in…
- Episode 08 - Inside the World of a VFX Producer · 1 h 21 min · Episode 8Chapters 00:00 The Journey to VFX Production 05:47 Understanding the Role of a VFX Producer 12:14 Creative vs. Logistical Challenges 18:01 Navigating Pre-Production…
- Episode 07 - How VFX Supervisors Transform Films · 1 h 29 min · Episode 700:00 - Introduction to Visual Effects and Journey Recap 06:26 - Understanding VFX Roles and Responsibilities 11:42 - Transitioning to Leadership in VFX 15:19 - Key Skills for a…
- Episode 06 - Software: Turning Imagination Into Reality · 1 h 23 min · Episode 6Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and Software's Role 02:15 Kim Davidson's Journey in Computer Graphics 08:43 The Evolution of Software in Storytelling 11:32 User…
- Episode 05 - Technology: The Backbone of Visual Effects · 1 h 17 min · Episode 5Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and Guest Introduction 01:35 Hao Li's Journey into Visual Effects 03:45 Technology as a Creative Enabler in Filmmaking 06:06 The…
- Episode 04 - Let's Talk Business · 1 h 28 min · Episode 4In this episode, we sit down with Scott Ross to pull back the curtain on the economics of VFX, the struggles of running a studio in Hollywood, and why, despite the industry’s…
- Episode 03 - How Talent Acquisition and Development Drive Succes · 59 min · Episode 3Description In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Maydon to explore the human element behind the stunning visuals in film and television. Sophie shares her journey into…
- Episode 01 - Breaking the Ice · 1 h 10 min · Episode 1Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pixel Puzzle Podcast 02:10 Meet the Host and Guest 04:08 Common Misconceptions About VFX 10:04 The Evolution of Visual Effects in Cinema 18:06 The…
- Episode 02 - The History of Visual Effects · 1 h 6 min · Episode 2From the magical trick photography of Georges Méliès to the groundbreaking innovations of films like Jurassic Park and The Matrix, we unravel the milestones that shaped the…
- A Little Taste of What's to Come · 1 minWe see the magic. We hear the stories. But do we really know how it all comes together? Pixel Puzzle is a limited podcast series that opens the doors to the world of visual…







