I’m Ayush Shrestha, a Senior VFX Artist and TD born in Nepal, the land of the Himalayas, and currently based in Los Angeles. Growing up, I was captivated by the magic of Hollywood movies and the ability of visual effects to transform imagination into reality. That fascination became a lifelong career, and for more than 13 years, I have helped create the kind of cinematic experiences that first inspired me.

My work spans feature films, television series, animated productions, and commercials, with a focus on FX simulation and procedural effects. I create fire, smoke, explosions, dust, debris, water, and particle effects using Houdini, Maya, Unreal Engine, and Nuke, supported by experience with FumeFX, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, After Effects, RealFlow, and Photoshop.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Visual Effects, I combine a strong technical foundation and an understanding of physics and dynamics with artistic judgment to create believable, cinematic imagery.

As the industry evolves and more studios explore AI in their production pipelines, I stay current by testing new generative models and creative tools as they emerge—often every week. I examine how they can support visual development, faster iteration, and technical problem-solving while keeping artists in control. My particular focus is connecting AI with Houdini, developing procedural tools, and building practical, artist-led workflows for modern studio production.

Beyond VFX, I’m passionate about photography and cinematography, often traveling to capture places, people, and stories through my lens.

Explore my photography:
https://www.instagram.com/AyushVisuals
https://www.AyushPhotography.com
https://500px.com/ayushshresthaphotography