Fernando Jose Cuevas | Freelance FX Artist Exploring Cinematic Visual Effects with Houdini

Fernando Jose Cuevas is a Miami-based freelance FX artist whose work blends cinematic storytelling with the procedural power of Houdini. From an early fascination with animation and film to award-winning visual effects projects, Fernando’s journey is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a deep respect for craft.

With a strong academic foundation in Computer Art, Animation, and Visual Effects, Fernando specializes in high-end FX simulations, procedural workflows, and compositing using Houdini and Nuke. His work reflects a constant push toward realism, scale, and emotional impact, whether crafting magical particle systems, large-scale RBD simulations, or cinematic environments.

A lifelong student of the arts, Fernando approaches every project as an opportunity to explore new techniques and refine his artistic voice. Supported by cloud rendering through GridMarkets, he is able to iterate faster, render at scale, and focus on what matters most: turning ambitious ideas into visually compelling realities.

Read Fernando's full story and explore his work: Interview