Learn Houdini from a new perspective
Hands-on CFX workshops for artists who want to master fabrics, hair, and simulations in real production, without losing the magic of creating in community.
Community
Learn and grow with other artists.
Technique
Master Houdini through practice.
Trust
Explore without fear, at your own pace.
A space where learning also means connecting
We are a cosmic, practical, and human academy
At Cometa School, we don't just teach Houdini and Maya; we create a learning experience with soul. Our mission is to help you grow technically and creatively, fearlessly and in community.
- Live classes and on-demand content to suit your pace
- Students from different parts of the world, united by the creative process.
- Real production focus, from day one
Artists who are part of the Cometa community have worked in studios such as:
Expand your knowledge in CFX and Houdini
Beginners
CFX Season 1
Practical introduction to fabric, hair and soft body simulations with Houdini, ideal for those starting out in Character FX.
Intermediate
CFX Season 2
Explore new techniques and tools such as underwater CFX, vegetation simulation, and stepping simulations
Advanced
Art Direction Clinic
Intensive workshop to train your judgment and give clear intention and style to each simulation with direct feedback.
Coming Soon
CFX PrepLab: Simulable Assets
Intensive technical workshop to prepare clothing and groom geometries ready for production simulation.
Hey! I'm Erin Morales
Your colleague and mentor of Houdini and Character FX
I am a CFX artist, founder of Cometa School and a Houdini fan.
Kite It was born from my desire to share everything I've learned about clothing, hair, muscles, and movement in characters.
If you're as passionate about CFX as I am, here's a space to learn, create, and fly.
Films and series I have worked on
Kpop Demon Hunters
Senior CFX Artist
Wild Robot
CFX Artist
Pinocchio
CFX Artist
David
CFX Artist
Kung Fu Panda 4
CFX Artist
Transformers
CFX Artist
Thor Love Thunder
CFX Artist
Trolls 3
CFX Artist
Ms. Marvel
CFX Artist
The Call of the Wild
CFX Artist
Maleficent
CFX Artist
🧭 Who is Cometa for?
Our Process
Expand your creative orbit
At Cometa School, learning Houdini is more than mastering software: it's about embarking on a guided creative journey, without haste and without fear.
Explore Our Workshops
Immerse yourself in content designed for 3D artists who want to make the leap to Houdini or translate their Maya technical knowledge to this platform. Our platform is designed so you can find exactly what you need, without getting lost in the technical details.
Join with Confidence and Security
Signing up is easy and flexible. Whether live or recorded, you'll have access to an accessible space where you can ask questions, receive feedback, and connect with colleagues—all part of the experience.
Learn in a Deep and Human Way
From the very first class, we'll guide you so you can truly learn: with a real production structure, technical tools, and a mentor who respects your pace and your questions. Here, every session is a constellation of possibilities.
Don't learn alone, share your orbit.
🌠 Join our community on Discord
- Channels by topic
- Spaces to share your shots
- Talks, resources and ongoing support
- Friendly and United Community
Learning Houdini has never been so easy
Master fabric, hair, and soft body simulations with Houdini
Join our intensive pilot program and learn, step by step, the essential techniques for working in Character FX with Houdini 20.5. No matter where you are or your previous experience, we'll guide you through developing real projects and growing as an artist.
Houdini CFX Workshop Season 1
- During 13 recorded sessions | +20 hours
- Houdini 20.5
Testimonials
What those who have already learned with us say
Alberto Cámara
I had the opportunity to attend the CFX workshop taught by Erin Morales, and it was a very enjoyable experience. It makes you feel closer to the industry, allowing you to connect with professionals as well as beginners who are just starting to learn, which makes it an enriching experience. The knowledge gained, both technical and artistic, is truly invaluable. Nowadays, it's very difficult to find such comprehensive information to learn and improve simulation techniques for cloth, hair, and even additional topics like soft bodies in Houdini. Highly recommended!
- CFX / Character Artist
Omar Hernandez
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for everything I learned in the cloth and hair simulation workshop in Houdini with Erin Morales. Having her support and in-depth knowledge while learning Houdini was truly invaluable. My skills have improved significantly and now I'm more confident to tackle more complex simulations. Again, I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from Erin, a very knowledgeable, professional and kind instructor. I highly recommend her workshop to anyone looking to improve their CFX skills in Houdini.
- Senior CFX Artist at Sony
Alejandro Apaza
Erin's workshop was an excellent opportunity to learn and understand how Houdini's solver works for cloth and hair simulation. I believe that, regardless of whether you're a beginner or already have some experience, it's a workshop that's truly worth it. Personally, it helped me get closer to the type of work done in a studio and gave me practical knowledge that is incredibly valuable.
- CFX Artist
Live chats with industry artists
Star Chronicles
Everything happens on our Discord server, with active community participation.
You can listen, learn… and also ask your own questions.
New Star Chronicles!!!
On Saturday the 21st, we'll be joined by Andrea Dominguez, CFX artist on Avatar 3. We'll be chatting with her about what it was like to simulate hair and clothing on that project, and also how she came to work on such a production.
- Saturday, February 21st
- 2:30 PM (Montreal time)
- On the YouTube channel
