Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
In this Griptape Experiments showcase, we map out how an AI-driven pipeline functions inside a studio production environment by integrating Griptape, Nuke, and ShotGrid.
This prototype defines clear operational roles: AI/VFX Supervisors build complex tools within the Griptape node environment, which are then assetized and published to a centralized ShotGrid repository. From there, artists can load the scenes into a headless execution environment inside Nuke. Using a custom workflow node parser, the system automatically translates the Griptape start and end flows into custom Nuke gizmos complete with the correct text or image inputs.
We also demonstrate a custom dependency queuing system that manages multi-node generations in Nuke, ensuring tasks execute in the correct order. Once a result is approved, artists can "lock" the node to clean unused generations from the script for a clean final publish. Finally, the video explores a custom automated creative review tool capable of taking visual or audio inputs to generate actionable text annotations on lighting and compositing details, helping artists rapidly improve their work.
00:00 - Mapping Griptape workflows for studio production
01:00 - Defining supervisor and headless artist execution
01:36 - Centralizing workflows with ShotGrid
03:28 - Parsing Griptape nodes into Nuke gizmos
04:20 - Running the multi-node dependency queue
05:12 - Cleaning and publishing Nuke scripts
07:54 - Building an AI creative review tool
🔗 Helpful Links:
▶️ Installing Griptape Nodes: youtube.com/watch?v=riPqmSokTGo
⚙️ How to Install Additional Node Libraries: youtube.com/watch?v=29gJpg4LFN8
🤔 Why Griptape? Learn more here: foundry.com/products/griptape
💬 Join the Griptape Discord Community: discord.com/invite/griptape
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Go behind the scenes with the artists, studios, and tech shaping the future of VFX and animation: foundry.com/insights
About Us:
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In this Griptape Experiments showcase, we map out how an AI-driven pipeline functions inside a studio production environment by integrating Griptape, Nuke, and ShotGrid.
This prototype defines clear operational roles: AI/VFX Supervisors build complex tools within the Griptape node environment, which are then assetized and published to a centralized ShotGrid repository. From there, artists can load the scenes into a headless execution environment inside Nuke. Using a custom workflow node parser, the system automatically translates the Griptape start and end flows into custom Nuke gizmos complete with the correct text or image inputs.
We also demonstrate a custom dependency queuing system that manages multi-node generations in Nuke, ensuring tasks execute in the correct order. Once a result is approved, artists can "lock" the node to clean unused generations from the script for a clean final publish. Finally, the video explores a custom automated creative review tool capable of taking visual or audio inputs to generate actionable text annotations on lighting and compositing details, helping artists rapidly improve their work.
00:00 - Mapping Griptape workflows for studio production
01:00 - Defining supervisor and headless artist execution
01:36 - Centralizing workflows with ShotGrid
03:28 - Parsing Griptape nodes into Nuke gizmos
04:20 - Running the multi-node dependency queue
05:12 - Cleaning and publishing Nuke scripts
07:54 - Building an AI creative review tool
🔗 Helpful Links:
▶️ Installing Griptape Nodes: youtube.com/watch?v=riPqmSokTGo
⚙️ How to Install Additional Node Libraries: youtube.com/watch?v=29gJpg4LFN8
🤔 Why Griptape? Learn more here: foundry.com/products/griptape
💬 Join the Griptape Discord Community: discord.com/invite/griptape
Follow Foundry:
instagram.com/foundryteam
linkedin.com/company/foundryteam
Go behind the scenes with the artists, studios, and tech shaping the future of VFX and animation: foundry.com/insights
About Us:
Foundry creates award-winning creative software so global studios can turn incredible ideas into reality.
Subscribe to our channel and get the latest news, tutorials, webinars and updates from the Foundry team.
