Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this tutorial, Renee Robyn shows how to create a complete fantasy-style moon composite using only Boris FX Optics 2026. You’ll learn how to build the scene with Sapphire Luna, Night Sky, ND Gradient, Gels, UltraGlow, Easy Mask, and Selection Masking to shape light, atmosphere, stars, and color. From placing and masking the moon to adding subtle blue shadow tones and glow, this walkthrough shows how Optics can be used as a full creative compositing tool without opening Photoshop.
Relevant tutorials:
Selection Masking: youtu.be/CawRNAG4ugk?si=61j8ZBpZh1KhvBM2
EZ Mask: youtu.be/sp99lTcLEFE
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// C H A P T E R L I S T //
00:00 Intro
00:33 VFX Elements and load S_Luna and EZ Mask
02:19 Essentials - ND Gradient and EZ Mask
03:21 VFX Elements and add S_NightSky and EZ Mask
05:41 Essentials - Gels - add L144 No Color Blue and Selection Mask
07:13 Essentials - S_UltraGlow
07:50 Wrap up
#borisfx #optics #dayfornight #compositing #tutorial #luna #nightsky
In this tutorial, Renee Robyn shows how to create a complete fantasy-style moon composite using only Boris FX Optics 2026. You’ll learn how to build the scene with Sapphire Luna, Night Sky, ND Gradient, Gels, UltraGlow, Easy Mask, and Selection Masking to shape light, atmosphere, stars, and color. From placing and masking the moon to adding subtle blue shadow tones and glow, this walkthrough shows how Optics can be used as a full creative compositing tool without opening Photoshop.
Relevant tutorials:
Selection Masking: youtu.be/CawRNAG4ugk?si=61j8ZBpZh1KhvBM2
EZ Mask: youtu.be/sp99lTcLEFE
Download your free trial of Boris FX Optics here: borisfx.com/products/optics
Sign up for our weekly Optics news and get 1 FREE Look preset plus tips and tutorials to your inbox each month: bit.ly/opticsnews
Purchase custom Looks Packs from the Boris FX Marketplace here: borisfx.com/products/optics/#looks
// C H A P T E R L I S T //
00:00 Intro
00:33 VFX Elements and load S_Luna and EZ Mask
02:19 Essentials - ND Gradient and EZ Mask
03:21 VFX Elements and add S_NightSky and EZ Mask
05:41 Essentials - Gels - add L144 No Color Blue and Selection Mask
07:13 Essentials - S_UltraGlow
07:50 Wrap up
#borisfx #optics #dayfornight #compositing #tutorial #luna #nightsky
![Dive Deep into Automatic Depth Maps with Continuum [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mT6myrj83ag/mqdefault.jpg "Dive Deep into Automatic Depth Maps with Continuum [Boris FX]
Understand the power of depth with Boris FX Continuums Depth Map ML filter. In this comprehensive tutorial, Ben Brownlee from Boris FX explores why depth maps are important, and how to generate them from standard video footage.
Learn how to use Depth Map ML as a standalone effect or seamlessly within Pixel Chooser for targeted adjustments inside other Continuum filters. Discover essential techniques for refining your depth maps using mapping modes, color controls, and intuitive matte tools like Threshold, Range, and Slice. See how Depth Map ML can simplify your color correction and relighting workflows, offering subtle falloff and dynamic animation possibilities.
Learn everything you need to leverage Depth Map ML for stunning results.
Download a free trial of Continuum at borisfx.com : https://borisfx.com/products/continuum/
// K E Y P O I N T S //
⦁ Explore the functionality of Continuums AI-powered Depth Map ML filter for creating depth-based mattes.
⦁ Learn how to access and utilize Depth Map ML as a standalone effect and within the Pixel Chooser of other BCC+ filters.
⦁ Understand the different mapping modes (Min Max, Guided) and how to precisely control foreground and background distances.
⦁ Discover powerful refine and matte tools (Brightness/Contrast/Gamma, Threshold, Range, Slice) for detailed depth map manipulation.
⦁ See practical examples of using Depth Map ML for targeted color correction and dynamic lighting effects.
Learn more about Continuum here: https://borisfx.com/products/continuum/
// D I S C O R D C H A N N E L //
https://www.borisfxdiscord.com/
#depthmap #VFX #videoeffects
/ / C H A P T E R L I S T / /
00:00 Intro
00:51 Creating a Depth Map with AI
01:41 Mapping Mode - Guided mode
04:39 Tracking Near and Far points
04:50 Adjusting brightness levels in the map
06:20 Changing Matte Types
08:15 Relighting with Depth Maps
10:32 Color correcting with Depth Maps
11:05 Mapping modes in Depth Map ML standalone
11:48 Examples")
![Sync Your Geometry to 3D Solves Automatically [Boris FX SynthEyes]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mg_3YOXQDho/mqdefault.jpg "Sync Your Geometry to 3D Solves Automatically [Boris FX SynthEyes]
Parent Mesh to Tracker is a huge time saver when adding proxy geometry to your 3D solves. SynthEyes makes it easy to parent geometry meshes directly to solved tracker points. This essential technique is perfect for creating set extensions, blocking out layouts, and managing complex scenes with ease.
Kalvin Kingdon shows how to use this tool, from basic parenting to more advanced applications. This includes pivot adjustments, scene scaling, and iterative solving. Automatically update the position of your meshes with each solve, eliminating the repetitive task of manually repositioning geometry. This essential technique will save you time on your very next solve.
Download a free trial of SynthEyes at borisfx.com : https://borisfx.com/products/syntheyes/
// K E Y P O I N T S //
⦁ Parenting Meshes: Use the Parent Mesh to Tracker button to link geometry directly to a 3D tracker, ensuring it follows the trackers solved position.
⦁ Zeroing Translations: Understand the difference between simply parenting and simultaneously parenting and snapping the mesh.
⦁ Iterative Workflow: Add constraints or change distortion parameters—and have all parented meshes automatically snap to their new correct positions.
⦁ Scene Adjustments: Parented meshes intelligently react to changes in the scene, such as adjustments to focal length or distance constraints, maintaining their relative positions and saving significant manual work.
Learn more about SynthEyes here : https://borisfx.com/products/syntheyes/
// D I S C O R D C H A N N E L //
https://www.borisfxdiscord.com/
#matchmove #vfx #syntheyes")
![Master the Film Burn Transition | Sapphire FilmBurn Transition [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/osE-VXT8Eg0/mqdefault.jpg "Master the Film Burn Transition | Sapphire FilmBurn Transition [Boris FX]
Stop wasting time with static overlays and digitally emulate authentic stock film footage with Sapphire FilmBurn. This tutorial shows you how to create custom, organic transitions that go far beyond basic light leaks.
Zak Ciotti demonstrates how to harness the power of grain, edge effects, and celluloid stains to build infinitely customizable looks. Discover how to navigate the curated presets and manipulate specific parameters to simulate everything from dusty film reels to the classic end of the roll burn, ensuring your edits have a unique, tactile quality.
If you want your projects to stand out with high-end cinematic texture, you need to master these film effects. Dont settle for generic looks when you can create custom artistry - watch this tutorial now to elevate your transition game.
LEARN MORE AND DOWNLOAD A TRIAL: https://borisfx.com/products/sapphire/
// D I S C O R D C H A N N E L // https://www.borisfxdiscord.com/
// K E Y P O I N T S //
• Applying FilmBurn transitions
• Customizing grain and dust
• Using the preset browser
• Applying transitions to all clips
• Building vintage projector masks
Learn more about Sapphire here: https://borisfx.com/products/sapphire/
// C H A P T E R L I S T //
00:00 Intro: Beauty of Celluloid
00:17 Introducing Sapphire FilmBurn
00:44 Footage: Cinematic Prague
01:11 Applying the Transition
01:35 Scratches, Grain, and Dust
01:53 Customizing Parameters
02:26 Using the Preset Browser
02:47 Workflow Tip: Bulk Apply
03:10 Preset Montage Example
03:41 Creating a Projector Mask
04:21 Final Thoughts and Trial
#BorisFX #Sapphire #FilmEffects")
