Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian — Composing Technical Director 

20th Century Fox · Tasks: character integration, shadowing, slime effects, animated artwork · Tools: Rhythm & Hues proprietary compositor (IC), Linux

Scope: Multi-shot sequences with statues, animated artwork, and characters interacting, including the Abraham Lincoln statue coming to life and gallery pieces like Jeff Koons’ giant dog sculpture. Integration of actors with CG elements, dynamic shadows, and animated slime (on the giant octopus)..

Solution: Seamless comping of live-action Ben Stiller and Amy Adams into CG environments, adding dynamic shadows, interactive slime. Color correction and lighting matched for believability.

Outcome: Believable interactions between live actors and CG elements, with enhanced realism and playful, dynamic animation for statues and artwork.