Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Have you never touched Particle Illusion in Optics before? Follow Renee Robyn through an introductory video on how to use this amazing tool in Optics.
Relevant tutorials:
EZ Mask: youtu.be/sp99lTcLEFE
Depth Map ML: youtu.be/pl2GjqXNrpo?si=oaPMVjhx2CgHs9cY
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
00:11 Prep your image and load Optics
00:32 Load Particle Illusion in VFX Elements
01:12 Parameters we will be using
01:23 Filter presets
01:42 Selecting and using Seeds N Clouds
02:28 Adding Depth Map ML
03:56 Prep image and load Optics
04:13 Select Blurry Sparks 03 (mb)
04:59 Add new layer and add Blurry sparks 02
05:27 How to use particle brush strokes
06:57 Add new layer and add Fire Ring 01a
07:19 Add EZ Mask
07:56 Add new Sky Blue Gels layer + add EZ Mask
08:54 Add new Deep Orange Gels layer + copy/invert EZ Mask
09:30 Modify EZ Mask
10:05 Name layers
10:53 Prep for final example and load Optics
11:20 Turn off gels layers and add new Color layer
11:48 Apply and go to Photoshop
11:57 Change blending mode in Photoshop to Screen + add gaussian blur
12:34 Wrap up
#borisfx #optics #particleillusion #tutorial
Have you never touched Particle Illusion in Optics before? Follow Renee Robyn through an introductory video on how to use this amazing tool in Optics.
Relevant tutorials:
EZ Mask: youtu.be/sp99lTcLEFE
Depth Map ML: youtu.be/pl2GjqXNrpo?si=oaPMVjhx2CgHs9cY
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
00:11 Prep your image and load Optics
00:32 Load Particle Illusion in VFX Elements
01:12 Parameters we will be using
01:23 Filter presets
01:42 Selecting and using Seeds N Clouds
02:28 Adding Depth Map ML
03:56 Prep image and load Optics
04:13 Select Blurry Sparks 03 (mb)
04:59 Add new layer and add Blurry sparks 02
05:27 How to use particle brush strokes
06:57 Add new layer and add Fire Ring 01a
07:19 Add EZ Mask
07:56 Add new Sky Blue Gels layer + add EZ Mask
08:54 Add new Deep Orange Gels layer + copy/invert EZ Mask
09:30 Modify EZ Mask
10:05 Name layers
10:53 Prep for final example and load Optics
11:20 Turn off gels layers and add new Color layer
11:48 Apply and go to Photoshop
11:57 Change blending mode in Photoshop to Screen + add gaussian blur
12:34 Wrap up
#borisfx #optics #particleillusion #tutorial
![Stop Using Overlays! Do It Right with S_FilmBurn [Boris FX Sapphire]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JjfF5OTojow/mqdefault.jpg "Stop Using Overlays! Do It Right with S_FilmBurn [Boris FX Sapphire]
Stop settling for generic overlays and start crafting authentic, bespoke celluloid textures with the unpredictable beauty of Sapphire FilmBurn. This tutorial demonstrates how to generate nostalgic overexposures, light leaks, and vintage leader elements without ever touching a piece of stock footage.
Zak Ciotti explores the deep customization available within S-FilmBurn, from triple-layered flash systems and interactive sprocket wiggles to precise grain and stain persistence. You will see how to leverage automatic animation to create gritty grindhouse energy or warm analog vibes, all while utilizing professional presets modeled after real-world silver halide and sulfide processes.
The debate over real film ends here when you have total digital control over every scratch, hair, and light leak in your timeline. Elevate your project with the tactile soul of analog cinematography - watch this tutorial now to see how Sapphire redefines the film look.
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 //
• Building customizable film flashes
• Adding authentic dust and scratches
• Using vintage leader and countdowns
• Managing sprocket and edge artifacts
• Automatic animation without keyframes
Learn more about Sapphire here: https://borisfx.com/products/sapphire/
// C H A P T E R L I S T //
00:00 The Film vs. Digital Debate
00:57 Applying S-FilmBurn
03:07 Flash Systems Breakdown
03:27 Color and Shaping Controls
06:09 Leader and Countdowns
07:17 Wax Pencil Writing Styles
08:09 Sprockets and Edge Artifacts
09:21 Dust, Stains, and Scratches
11:15 Professional Grain Controls
11:52 Custom Preset Showcase
12:25 Conclusion and Trial
#BorisFX #Sapphire #FilmLook")
![Setting up your preferred coordinate system in SynthEyes [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JuvG7XU8wM0/mqdefault.jpg "Setting up your preferred coordinate system in SynthEyes [Boris FX]
In this mini-tip Product Specialist Christoph Zapletal shows you how to setup SynthEyes coordinate system to correspond to your preferred 3D or compositing application.
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 #cameratracking")
![AI Tricks with Boris FX Suite [Boris FX Live #72]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/K8N-_e0Bp5A/mqdefault.jpg "AI Tricks with Boris FX Suite [Boris FX Live #72]
📅 Wednesday, October 20th, 2025, at 2 pm ET • 11 am PT • 6 pm UTC
Join the Boris FX Creator Team as they take you through some of their most useful tricks for using the different ML tools across the Boris FX Suite. Get automated mattes, convert 2D images into 3D depth maps for VFX tasks. Theres a lot to learn in a short amount of time.
💬 Bring your questions and join the conversation live.
🗓 Tuesday at 2:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM UTC
🔗 Sign up for the giveaway: https://borisfxlive.com")
![Stop Ruined Audio! New AI Cleanup Secrets in SoundApp [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KSbpGWCRPn0/mqdefault.jpg "Stop Ruined Audio! New AI Cleanup Secrets in SoundApp [Boris FX]
In this CrumplePop SoundApp tutorial, learn how to fix audio and remove background noise using the latest AI audio cleanup tools in CrumplePop 2025.5. This Boris FX guide shows you how to remove wind noise, fix echo, and clean up traffic noise instantly.
Zak Ciotti demonstrates the standalone SoundApp workflow, perfect for editors who need audio restoration without a DAW or NLE. Youll see how to use the built-in Model Manager to keep your AI models updated for the best results in your podcasts and video projects.
Dont let bad audio ruin your content—master the fastest way to achieve crystal-clear dialogue and polished sound using the latest Boris FX CrumplePop updates. Watch this tutorial to see how to rescue your audio today.
LEARN MORE AND DOWNLOAD A TRIAL: https://borisfx.com/products/crumplepop/
// 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 //
• Standalone AI audio restoration
• Removing room echo and wind noise
• One-click city traffic reduction
• Automatic vocal leveling for consistency
• Managing models with the Model Manager
Learn more about CrumplePop here: https://borisfx.com/products/crumplepop/
// C H A P T E R L I S T //
00:00 - Introduction to CrumplePop SoundApp
00:22 - What is SoundApp?
00:46 - Cleaning Up Room Noise and Echo
00:59 - Reducing Wind Noise with AI
01:45 - Removing Traffic and City Backgrounds
02:27 - Workflow: Drag, Drop, Adjust, and Export
02:41 - Vocal Consistency and Auto-Leveling
03:00 - Using the Built-In Model Manager
03:31 - Improving Audio from Podcast Guests
#BorisFX #CrumplePop #AudioCleanup #SoundApp #AudioRestoration")
![Using Region of Interest (ROI) for Inserting Clean Plates [Mocha Pro]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KpRjIULjRgc/mqdefault.jpg "Using Region of Interest (ROI) for Inserting Clean Plates [Mocha Pro]
Using full-frame clean plates can be frustrating when you want to focus the tracking data on specific areas. How do we fix this? With Region of Interest!
Join Martin Brennand on a robust look at the invaluable ROI tool and explore new ways to use the Insert module in your workflow.
Download a free trial of Mocha Pro at borisfx.com : https://borisfx.com/products/mocha-pro/
// K E Y P O I N T S //
⦁ What is the Region of Interest, and where to use it
⦁ Best practices for tracking and masking clean plates in the Insert Module
⦁ Advantages and limitations of inserting plates
Learn more about Mocha Pro here: https://borisfx.com/products/mocha-pro/
// D I S C O R D C H A N N E L //
https://www.borisfxdiscord.com/
#tracking #VFX
/ / C H A P T E R L I S T / /
00:00 Intro
00:25 Example 01: Inserting to large landscapes
03:14 Creating a quick plate in Mocha
05:28 Inserting a full clean plate
06:53 Setting up the surface for Region of Interest cropping
07:14 Using the ROI tool
08:29 Masking the ROI to blend with the rest of the clip
09:50 Rendering to the host
11:00 Example 02: Warping on skin with PowerMesh
11:46 Bringing in a pre-painted plate from the host application
12:24 Creating the PowerMesh track
14:20 Inserting the clean plate
15:48 Disadvantages of using Grid Warp at scale
16:45 Using ROI on the PowerMesh-warped grid
18:11 Blending in the plate with edge softening
19:21 Rendering the result
19:33 Advantages and disadvantages of ROI-based clean plates
22:00 Outro")
![No Cloud, No Credits: Pro AI Audio Restoration for Musicians [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KqasUKT80lc/mqdefault.jpg "No Cloud, No Credits: Pro AI Audio Restoration for Musicians [Boris FX]
CrumplePop 2026 from Boris FX proves you can un-bake a cake. This revolutionary AI audio restoration toolset acts as the ultimate undo button for finished stereo mixes. It allows you to reach inside a master track and pull it apart into clean, usable stems for drums, bass, vocals, and instruments.
The 2026 release adds more power to the SoundApp standalone desktop application. Its designed for high-speed demixing and denoising without needing a plugin host. Whether you’re dealing with buried vocals, overwhelming background noise, or distracting headphone bleed, CrumplePop’s advanced AI restores clarity in seconds.
CrumplePop also includes specialized tools like Voice Enhance, EchoRemover, and TrafficRemover, making it an essential kit for podcasters, video editors, and music producers.
Unlike other AI tools, CrumplePop 2026 offers 100% local processing. There are no cloud uploads, no server wait times, and no per-credit fees. It is fast, private, and unlimited. Rebalance your world and achieve studio-quality sound from any recording environment.
Download the free trial at borisfx.com and get RustleRemover and PopRemover for free! https://borisfx.com/products/crumplepop/
// K E Y P O I N T S //
⦁ Advanced AI Stem Separation: Extract clean vocals, drums, and instruments from any stereo file for instant rebalancing or remixing.
⦁ Improved SoundApp Standalone: A dedicated desktop app for fast Demix & Denoise workflows without opening a DAW or NLE.
⦁ Complete Restoration Suite: Features professional-grade plugins to eliminate echo, wind, traffic noise, and electrical hum with simple one-knob controls.
⦁ Total Privacy & Speed: Processes all audio locally on your Mac or PC—no cloud uploads or recurring credit costs required.
Download a free trial or upgrade your existing license: https://borisfx.com/products/crumplepop/")
