How much does it cost?
Slapshot is a free add-on for all Hotspring rotoscoping clients, there is no additional cost. The Slapshot WIPs are free, the final roto is charged as normal.
Say hello to the future of Rotoscoping with Hotspring’s latest innovation, Slapshot – a cutting-edge machine learning workflow that generates fast Roto WIPs of anything, at any resolution.
Roto WIPs of anything in seconds
ABOUT SLAPSHOT
Now in open Beta testing and live on Hotspring, Slapshot uses machine learning to help VFX teams save time and make faster creative decisions. Slapshot creates fast roto WIPs, enabling VFX teams to collaborate more efficiently, run faster tests, and present polished results to clients at an earlier stage.
WHAT DO I DO TO GET STARTED
You can request early access to our Slapshot app or get slapshots as a complimentary add-on to every roto job done on Hotspring. Book in some roto as normal and your WIPs will be on the way.
EMPOWERING VFX TEAMS WITH MACHINE LEARNING
Specifically built for commercials, TV and Film VFX work, Slapshot plugs directly into your pipeline. Created by a team who’ve been in the visual effects industry for decades, Slapshot supports all types of VFX pipelines including uncompressed source and custom delivery specs.
BUILT FOR CONTINUOUS INNOVATION
Slapshot is getting better all the time. Created to seamlessly integrate bleeding edge research into our production pipeline, Slapshot is able to adopt the latest machine learning models – keeping pace with today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
SECURITY
Slapshot runs on the same TPN gold certified infrastructure that Hotspring runs on. It is secure to use on any level of confidential project.
FAQ’s
Can I just get fast WIPs and not finals?
Yes. Please get in touch with us at production@thehotspring for details.
Can I get Splines?
Not at the moment, you will receive rendered hard mattes.
Can I tell it what I want to be rotoscoped?
Send your annotations as normal and we will do the rest, sending back the multiple layers of anything you want rotoscoped.
Does it only rotoscope people?
No, it rotoscopes anything.
What doesn't it do so well?
Super fine detail, like hair and trees are difficult for Slapshot.
Will Slapshot be available outside of Hotspring?
Yes, Slapshot is now available as a stand alone web app. Please reach out for early access.
