Houdini 21 by SideFX

What’s New in Houdini 21: A Hands-On Dive 

Join Hijaz from SideFX for a deep dive into Houdini 21 — the latest release packed with next-gen solutions for both creative and technical workflows. This 3-hour session will offer a guided look at some of the key updates across character rigging & animation with KineFX, texturing and slap comps with Copernicus, rendering in Karma, and more. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your workflows or explore what’s possible in H21, the workshop will offer practical insights, creative takeaways, with plenty of room for questions and discussion.

Hijaz Ahamed

Technical Consultant, SideFX

Hijaz Ahamed is a Technical Consultant at SideFX, where he helps artists and studios get the most out of Houdini. As part of the global Technical Consulting team, his role involves offering workflow advice, building technical trust, and connecting teams with the right resources — from training and production support to creative problem-solving. Before joining SideFX, Hijaz worked at major studios like MPC and DNEG, wearing multiple hats across FX and Creature FX. He now works closely with studios across Europe and the UK, supporting their use of Houdini in modern production pipelines.