Some call him the Yoda or Mr. Miyagi of VFX. Personally, I call him the 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗙𝗫, not because of a title, but because his legacy lives through his students. From Junior Compositors to VFX Supervisors, across studios big and small, many began their journey with Ganz. And at Alpha Chromatica, he leads a crew of top-tier artists who carry that same torch.

August 2025

I might not know every Compositing instructor out there, but I can confidently say that Ganz is one of the best. Trust me, my path before Alpha Chromatica was a long one.

Before studying under Ganz, I was chasing the dream of becoming a Compositor through other programs. But something always felt off. Even after building what I thought was a “good” reel, the continuous rejections told a different story, and I couldn’t understand why.

It was through Ganz that I finally began to recognize the flaws in my approach: I was playing it too safe, not challenging myself enough, and I lacked a real understanding of how demanding this industry truly is. Deciding to train under him at Alpha Chromatica was one of the best choices I’ve made since moving to Canada.

Ganz’s knowledge of Nuke is unmatched: he doesn’t just teach what it does, but why it does it. With his deep VFX background and years of experience as an instructor, he’s not only a technical expert but a career mentor. He guides you through your projects and through the bigger picture: from how to structure a reel, select meaningful plates, build social capital, and define your identity as a compositor.

His dedication goes beyond the classroom. He’s always available for questions, advice, gear talk, career doubts, or just a quick chat. Something that’s especially clear during our 1-on-1 sessions and the long Discord conversations we’ve had. In fact, it’s thanks to him that I started documenting my journey on LinkedIn and launched the ENDA personal brand.

He understands the industry inside and out, and he knows how to help you elevate your work so it stands out in a sea of applicants. But more importantly, he teaches resilience. Because finishing the program isn’t the end of the journey to becoming a Compositor is ongoing. And with the mindset he instills, you’ll know how to keep up and keep growing.

People often describe Ganz as a technical wizard with an artistic eye for detail, and I agree. But I’d add something even more important: he’s a narrative master. Anyone can teach you to comp A over B. Ganz teaches you how that A over B tells a story. Every element in a comp has a purpose, and he’ll show you how to use it to enhance the narrative.

Some call him the Yoda or Mr. Miyagi of VFX. Personally, I call him the 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗙𝗫, not because of a title, but because his legacy lives through his students. From Junior Compositors to VFX Supervisors, across studios big and small, many began their journey with Ganz. And at Alpha Chromatica, he leads a crew of top-tier artists who carry that same torch.

Ganz isn’t just a comp instructor. He’s a mentor, the rare kind who helps you find your path as an artist.

So… thank you, Ganz. Especially for showing me, even before I became your student, that:

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀…

Gonzalo Castañeda – Compositor
Former Student

Alpha Chromatica is not only a place where your compositing skills grow exponentially but also a place where you meet incredible people

Feburary 2025

If you are looking for an excellent school to learn compositing, I highly recommend Alpha Chromatica, founded by Ganz! Before enrolling at Alpha Chromatica, I had already been in contact with Ganz via email. He patiently and thoroughly answered all of my concerns and questions about joining the school. Even after I enrolled, although he was not my direct instructor, it was clear how deeply he cares about students aspiring to become compositors and how passionately he works to help each one of them succeed in the industry. During my one-on-one sessions with him, he not only generously shared his extensive skills and knowledge but also provided valuable advice based on his own experiences, addressing my concerns and uncertainties. His words always gave me courage and motivation. Alpha Chromatica is not only a place where your compositing skills grow exponentially but also a place where you meet incredible people.
Thanks to Ganz for founding this school, I had the opportunity to learn compositing at the perfect time. I am truly grateful to have met amazing instructors, mentors, advisor, and passionate peers who share the same dedication to learning compositing.

Hiroka Oizumi – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is like the Mr. Miyagi of VFX

Feburary 2025

It is a pleasure to recommend Ganz. More than just being an incredible instructor, he genuinely cares about his students.

Before joining Alpha Chromatica, I was constantly searching for the magic answer that would push my career forward. I would learn from all kinds of sources, which fueled my curiosity, but it felt like throwing punches in the air. No matter how hard you hit, without a clear goal and strategy, you will not get far. That changed when I met Ganz.

During my time at Alpha Chromatica, he was more than an instructor, he was a mentor. His lessons on cinematic tone, artistic decision-making, and the fundamentals of compositing helped me sharpen my skills and, more importantly, find my voice as an artist. He took the time outside of the main schedule for one-on-one meetings, always making sure his students had the guidance they needed.

Ganz is like the Mr. Miyagi of VFX. His teaching is not just about the technical side of compositing but about shaping artists who can think critically and make creative decisions with confidence. His passion and dedication to his students’ success are something you do not see often.

If you are looking for someone who will challenge you, guide you, and help you grow as both an artist and a compositor, Ganz is that person.

Moises Moreno – Compositor
Former Student

Creating a school from scratch is no easy feat let alone doing it in less than 4 months and assembling the Avengers of teachers is insane

April 2024

Ganz is truly one of the best VFX teachers in the world, I’ll tell you why.

His work ethic is something out of a comic book. Creating a school from scratch is no easy feat let alone doing it in less than 4 months and assembling the Avengers of teachers is insane.

I have never met any teacher more dedicated to their students. I remember he stayed late with me until 9pm trying to shoot something for my actor replacement shot, not to mention all the resources he gives us for his shots on top of that ensures our reels will look as good as possible.

The crazy thing is too that even after graduation he’s still helping us out which he really doesn’t have to do but it goes to show that he actually does care and not in it only for the money.

Ganz always brought the best out of me, always encouraging me to do shots that were hard and slightly above my skill range which would allow me to improve continuously.

His attention to detail is second to none but mostly his artistic vision is what really impressed me. Knowing what to do with certain shots as opposed to making them standard and boring takes real skill.

Which is why He’s truly one of the best VFX teachers in the world.

Iyas Hassine – Compositor
Former Student

I entered his class only having opened Nuke a handful of times, and left with a full time job as a professional compositor! His knowledge of all things visual effects is seemingly endless

July 2023

Ganz taught me VFX Compositing. I entered his class only having opened Nuke a handful of times, and left with a full time job as a professional compositor! His knowledge of all things visual effects is seemingly endless, but what I found most inspiring was his love for the photographic image, his passion for teaching and his dedication to the pursuit of realistic beauty in the digital world. I recommend anyone interested in visual effects to seek out his mentorship. Thanks Ganz!

Drew Hagelin – Compositor
Former Student

His artistic eye, combined with his technical prowess, he will be THAT person you will always give the most complex sequence and know he’ll get it donE

July 2023

I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about recommending Ganz for any Compositing role as a teacher, trainer, lead, or supervisor. Not only have I had the pleasure of working alongside him, but I’ve also had the incredible opportunity to learn from him directly. Ganz’s expertise in Compositing goes beyond just Nuke – he’s a true master of the craft.

What sets Ganz apart is his unbeatable problem-solving skills. No matter the challenge, he always comes up with innovative solutions. His artistic eye, combined with his technical prowess, he will be THAT person you will always give the most complex sequence and know he’ll get it done. But it’s not just his technical abilities that make Ganz exceptional; his passion for teaching is equally inspiring. He’s patient, dedicated, and genuinely enjoys sharing his knowledge with others.

Ganz is the person you want on your team. Working with Ganz and being taught by him has been an absolute honor, and I can’t wait for the opportunity to collaborate with him again someday.

Q Park – Compositor
Former Student

Wherever he goes, he’ll be a creative and technical asset to those that are fortunate enough to work with him

July 2023

I’ve worked with a lot of good compositors. The GREAT compositors that come to mind are the ones that have a true 3d-generalist and graphics/Photoshop background. Ganz is a great compositor.

Ganz has a calm and upbeat demeanour that will overcome any visual problem that needs to be solved. He’s also a great compositing instructor and I’d trust him as a studio trainer or compositing lead. I’d also trust my most difficult compositing tasks to him. Wherever he goes, he’ll be a creative and technical asset to those that are fortunate enough to work with him.

Andrew Lowell – Senior FX Artist, FX Program Designer & FX Instructor

I really admire Ganz and hope that everyone gets to experience and learn from someone like him

June 2023

Ganz is truly an amazing teacher and person! I crossed to world to get to Vancouver and be taught by Ganz and I can asure is the best decision I’ve ever done for my professional path. He KNOWS how to teach, from the most basics to very complex knowledge. He is very professional but also a person that you can talk to about anything, he is always open to give advices and help you become a better artist and person. I really admire Ganz and hope that everyone gets to experience and learn from someone like him.

Ana Maria Quintero Vanegas – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz’s guidance and support were instrumental in helping me overcome the natural fears that come with pursuing such a specialized career

May 2023

I had the privilege of studying under Ganz during my time at Lost Boys. Without a doubt, Ganz’s expertise and passion for visual effects coupled with a generous dose of humor, made him an exceptional teacher and friend. He has a practical and intellectual knowledge about life that goes beyond the classroom and has been an invaluable resource for me, both personally and professionally.
Ganz’s guidance and support were instrumental in helping me overcome the natural fears that come with pursuing such a specialized career in visual effects as a compositor. I feel incredibly fortunate and grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from him.

Kuan Tsai – Compositor
Former Student

He knows what each of his students is able to achieve before they even know it themselves, and he pushes them so that they can get there with hard work and a lot of teaching

April 2023

Ganz is unlike any other teacher I have ever had! His passion for visual effects is contagious, and his dedication to his work and students is extremely remarkable.
He makes sure everyone feels comfortable at the school. His kindness and support was what guided us all as a class throughout the year.
He knows what each of his students is able to achieve before they even know it themselves, and he pushes them so that they can get there with hard work and a lot of teaching.
I have never seen a teacher that is so proud of seeing their students succeed until I met him.
I am sure I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for Ganz. He really is the best.

Mariana Fernandez – Compositor
Former Student

I was able to find a job in the VFX industry, and continue to learn and improve with the skills and toolsets that Ganz taught me

January 2023

Ganz is undoubtedly the best teacher I’ve encountered in my life, within 10 months of joining Lost Boys School of Visual Effects, I was able to find a job in the VFX industry, and continue to learn and improve with the skills and toolsets that Ganz taught me. He has so much knowledge in every aspect and every step of the VFX pipeline, and he created the world’s best program to learn VFX. He has a great passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge, and also a great sense of humor to keep the lessons fun and interesting. Joining Lost Boys and learning from Ganz has been one of the greatest experiences I ever had.

Ryan Lu – Compositor
Former Student

One of the last quotes I remember him saying in class was, “I want you to get a job more than you want to get a job. So go get a job already!” I also remember him saying, “Once you are my student, you are always my student.” That’s real dedication!

January 2023

I was a Compositing student at Lost Boys School of VFX that was taught by Ganz. Without a doubt I can say that he was one of the best teachers I’ve ever met. He is always 100% dedicated to his students and his school. He wants to make sure that every student always succeeds. One of the last quotes I remember him saying in class was, “I want you to get a job more than you want to get a job. So go get a job already!” I also remember him saying, “Once you are my student, you are always my student.” That’s real dedication! I absolutely loved the manner he taught us, he gave us all the knowledge and information, plus made us laugh along the way! Every week he inspired us and told us stories about the industry, trying to prepare us for every difficulty that could come our way. So I can say with certainty that if you want to learn VFX Compositing,- Ganz would be the right mentor for you!

Kseniya Vtorykh – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is one of the wonderful instructor and mentors to help me step in my VFX career journey

July 2022

During my time at Lost Boys School of VFX, Ganz was my instructor for the Compositing program. Ganz is one of the wonderful instructor and mentors to help me step in my VFX career journey. There is no doubt that joining Lost Boys was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

Ran Zhang – Compositor
Former Student

His personal projects with a variety of software showed us the value of pursuing more knowledge outside of work hours and staying creative

May 2022

I was taught compositing Ganz at Lost Boys Studio of Visual Effects and I can truly say that he is one of the best teachers I have had. He has so much passion for compositing and art that I saw firsthand in his teaching. I found his teaching style to be engaging, fun and I often wondered how he could consolidate so much knowledge into one lesson. He is dedicated to his craft but also to his students learning. With so much experience in different types of software I found his expertise to be very high. His personal projects with a variety of software showed us the value of pursuing more knowledge outside of work hours and staying creative.

My experience at Lost Boys Studios has truly exceeded my expectations and it’s clear to see why they have such a great reputation. I found that not only does Ganz have the technical knowledge but also a great artistic eye and a broad depth of industry knowledge. Although the learning curve is steep in compositing he was always encouraging and available to help us create our best work. Thanks for an amazing experience Ganz.

Naomi Scott – Compositor
Former Student

All the encouragement he gave us, we were (And I personally was inspired and moved to push myself to the level that I thought I could never do).

December 2021

Ganz was one of my instructors couple years back at Lost Boys School of Visual Effects in Vancouver, Canada.

Looking back at the time I had spent a year at Lost Boys, the opportunity to get to know him and to be mentored by him in person is something that i will not forget.
His dedication, honesty, kindness, knowledge and all you call it. He is one of kind that I’m truly proud of calling him as one of the best teachers I’ve ever had.
I wouldn’t be who I am today pursuing my dream in Visual Effects, without him and all the people I’ve met at Lost Boys.

Remembering the moments in every class and lecture from him. He’s always been generous and passionate, the way his teaching is really inspiring. All the encouragement he gave us, we were (And I personally was inspired and moved to push myself to the level that I thought I could never do).

I wanted to take time to thank you for an amazing experience once of lifetime.

Endily “Andy” L – Senior Digital Paint Artist
Former Student

Whether he was making a joke or giving us some of his Singaporean Yoda like Ganz wisdom about comp or life, he regularly made lectures on any topic a fun place to be.

October 2021

Ganz was my teacher for a year at Lost Boys. His humour and wisdom along with his compositing skills and expert knowledge of when and how much to push each individual student made what could of been an extremely hard year of school during the pandemic into a really fun and amazing experience. Whether he was making a joke or giving us some of his Singaporean Yoda like Ganz wisdom about comp or life, he regularly made lectures on any topic a fun place to be. There are few teachers who do so much and work so hard for their students as Ganz and anyone who has the opportunity to learn from him will come away a better person and a better artist.

Austin Sweeney – Compositor
Former Student

He’s completely different from ordinary teachers who just teach you during classes and don’t care about students’ career after graduation

April 2021

Ganz is an incredibly knowledgeable and very hardworking teacher I’ve ever had in my life. I was really impressed by his passion for teaching and visual effects. There is no doubt that joining Lost Boys was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

He is a “Master of Compositing”. His knowledge of digital compositing, visual effects and the film/TV industry is extraordinary. He taught us both basic and advance techniques of compositing and often showed us cool tricks in Nuke that we cannot learn from books.
Ideas and hints he has given me to improve my shots and solve problems were always very helpful and would make my work look nicer and help me develop my creative eye. I never doubted his opinions. His problem-solving skill on VFX and his aesthetic sense are amazing and very inspiring. Without him, I couldn’t have achieved the same quality of work that I have done during the program.
He also knows and taught us how to survive in the industry and make our life as a VFX artist better, which guided me to get ready for working in the industry and would definitely help me have a successful career and achieve my goal in the future.

However, he is not only a knowledgeable and creative instructor, but he is a very dedicated and thoughtful person with a great sense of humour. He always enjoys teaching and tries to entertain us during the lecture, which made me enjoy learning complicated computer software and mathematics.
And he cares about students’ success in the VFX industry more than anything. He’s completely different from ordinary teachers who just teach you during classes and don’t care about students’ career after graduation. He often spent a lot of extra time for us after school, on the weekend and even after I graduated. He always answers my questions no matter how busy he is. What I appreciate him the most is that he cared about me and helped me get a job after graduate. He encouraged me a lot and I am truly grateful for that.

I have learned more than I could ever imagine from him at Lost Boys. He has everything that the greatest teacher should have. And I wish I could be a person like him who has deep knowledge in various fields and a great sense of humor. I believe Ganz is one of the most creative, hardworking and talented VFX instructors in the world. I am truly glad that I met him and learned VFX from him and I believe that the experience and the study at Lost Boys would change my entire life and make my dream come true!!

Thanks Ganz!!!

Angie Suarez – Compositor
Former Student

When you sit down in Ganz’s classes you learn about compositing, but you learn many life lessons too

April 2021

Ganz is absolutely the best teacher I have ever had. Not only is he an absolute compositing genius, he is also extremely passionate about VFX which makes a huge difference in his effectiveness as a teacher. You can tell that he loves and believes in what he teaches and that he wants all his students to be successful. When you sit down in Ganz’s classes you learn about compositing, but you learn many life lessons too. He has so much great advice to help you through life and towards success. I will never forget my year spent at Lost Boys and everything that Ganz has taught me. Thank you Ganz!

Anna Johansen – Compositor
Former Student

by using metaphors and relating what you are learning to real life scenarios where you will need to use this knowledge in the industry

April 2021

Throughout my studies at Lost Boys School of Visual Effects, I came to know Ganz Ramalingam as a teacher, a mentor, and an artist.

As a teacher Ganz manages to explain every concept, no matter how complex, in a clear and understandable way. He does this by using metaphors and relating what you are learning to real life scenarios where you will need to use this knowledge in the industry. That is just one of the many characteristics that makes Ganz an outstanding teacher.

Ganz is a fantastic mentor as well. He is willing to help you and offer input as well as encourage you to keep going. However Ganz is also able to keep it real with you and tell you bluntly if your work isn’t good enough. After which, he will provide insight on how it could be improved. Those are a few traits I believe a good mentor should have.

Finally, Ganz is an incredible artist. The amount of knowledge that he has in his memory always amazes me. This massive library of skills and techniques is part of what makes Ganz such a great artist, and someone that I look up to and aspire to be like someday.

Noah Turnquist
Former Student

he doesn’t just teach art or the software – he also taught me soft skills and how to survive this industry

February 2021

Ganz is not only a VFX genius, he is also a one of a kind teacher. He will do whatever it takes to make sure you understand him. He is as passionate about VFX as he is on education. Furthermore, he doesn’t just teach art or the software – he also taught me soft skills and how to survive this industry. No wonder I was immediately hired right after I finished my practicum. thank you Ganz!

Hod Winter – Compositor
Former Student

Over the years, Ganz has trained an uncountable number of artist who went on to work on some of the biggest projects/studios, from Senior artists to the ones just starting in the industry

January 2021

During my time at Lost Boys School of VFX, Ganz was my instructor for the Compositing programme. Me stating Ganz as one of the wonderful mentors in my VFX career journey would be an understatement. Over the years, Ganz has trained an uncountable number of artist who went on to work on some of the biggest projects/studios, from Senior artists to the ones just starting in the industry.
His teaching style is very engaging for every student to follow and learn regardless of their skill levels. While in school, he used to sit down with each students helping us with issues related to the assignment, teaching multiple ways to solve technical problems, recording his lectures for us to re-watch when needed.

Also, his ginormous amount of knowledge about movies, VFX and the industry among many others is a fascinating one.

Saumik Chaudhuri – Compositor
Former Student

Out of all the other teachers I’ve had, I can say that Ganz was the Gandalf of my Frodo Baggins

December 2020

There is a thing called the Hero’s Journey, it is used to represent the different stages the main character of a story needs to overcome in order to achieve something.
This also makes reference to our lifes, in this case My Journey. In order for the hero to become “the hero” finding the right “Mentor” is essential.
“The mentor gives the hero the supplies, knowledge, and confidence required to overcome his or her fear and face the adventure”
Often represented as a wise old man,
Well, Ganz was my wise old man / mentor.
Out of all the other teachers I’ve had, I can say that Ganz was the Gandalf of my Frodo Baggins.
Not only sharing his technical knowledge but also his life experience, honesty and dedication.
Have you ever imagine the cool teacher which not only has the greatest and clearest explanations but also someone which you can talk about life, throw snow balls and play board games?
It’s not a dream, It’s Ganz
The best mentor a Hero can ask for

Fernando Diaz – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is simply the greatest teacher ever, I feel super lucky to have been his student

October 2020

Ganz is simply the greatest teacher ever, I feel super lucky to have been his student. He’s knowledge in nuke is insane, I don’t believe anyone can compare to him. His lectures are really engaging and even if it’s a class about math he finds a way to make it interesting. He does everything with a lot of passion and really inspired me not only to be a better visual effects artist but to always make the best of myself.

I’ll always remember him staying after school to talk to us about our shots or movies or softwares or games or any other topics. I loved his board game nights, and I am taking so much of his insight with me.

He always gives his best to his students and spends a lot of time improving the program and his lessons, always finding the best resources for us to work with and I will forever be thankful for all the encouragement he gave us and for pushing the boundaries of what I thought I could do. I couldn’t ask for a better mentor than him.

Sonia Bascopé – Compositor
Former Student

He would know how to approach each person differently to help them out

September 2020

Ganz was the first person I met at Lost Boys when I was making my mind over where to start my Visual Effects studies. I was really intrigued by the school already, but he pretty much sold the deal for me after hanging out with him when touring the school. Not only did I realized that he was very smart and structured but also very easy going and friendly. I had a great experience at Lost Boys thanks to him. I can’t state enough how knowledgeable and resourceful he was. On top of that, he has a great sense of humor and is extremely patient. He would know how to approach each person differently to help them out. That is quite the skill that speaks volumes of his experience level and awareness. It is one thing to be good at a particular skillset and other to be a great teacher. Rarely do I say this, but Ganz is actually both. Thanks Ganz!

Alarich Alvarez Mahl – Compositor
Former Student

Each of his demo was always accompanied with an anecdote. Each anecdote was full of insights and production wisdom

September 2020

Learning from Ganz, the Master of Compositing, was truly one of the most wonderful experience I ever had.

Each of his demo was always accompanied with an anecdote. Each anecdote was full of insights and production wisdom.

Ganz, thank you for having me as your Padawan. You always helping me out and encouraging me to not settle for a job well done but a job incredibly done.

I carry with me a bag full of memories from Lost Boys and more importantly all the knowledge I gained from Ganz.

Javier Cuellar – Compositor
Former Student

He is not just the master of Compositing, but also has a solid command of 3D

September 2020

It’s said that Visual Effects Industry is very small, yet it’s insanely difficult to find a right instructor. But with Ganz, I knew I was being taught by the right person. He is by far the best instructor you could ever ask for, and I feel very lucky to be one of his students.

Ganz is incredibly talented and a very knowledgeable instructor. He is not just the master of Compositing, but also has a solid command of 3D. His experience working in this industry speaks for itself. He has the answers to all your questions no matter how easy or difficult it is, he can answer them all like a pro!

Being a student at Lost Boys, I always enjoyed attending his lectures. They are super interesting and very easy to understand. He puts his best effort into each of his lectures and that’s amazing!
Besides compositing, he also teaches his students, how to maintain a healthy work-life balance and how to be a better artist in general.

He genuinely cares about the career, success of his students and he is always there when they need him the most. I still remember the days when he used to sit next to me, and explain a topic countless times until I understood it thoroughly.

Ganz is not just a mentor but, a lifetime friend!

If you are looking to get into Visual Effects Compositing, there’s no one better than Ganz the Great!

Thank you for everything Ganz, I am extremely honored to be your student 🙂

Abhinav Pareek – Compositor
Former Student

ittle did I know that Ganz was going to be waiting to turn myself and all the other students, into some of the best talent in the VFX industry

September 2020

Let me start by saying that this man is a Nuke Genius!

A couple years back I took a chance on a journey that turned out to be a pivotal point in my life. I made the decision to study VFX at Lost Boys school in Vancouver. I was extremely nervous as I was from South Africa and hadn’t lived abroad before. Little did I know that Ganz was going to be waiting to turn myself and all the other students, into some of the best talent in the VFX industry.

It wasn’t about just having a good teacher though, it was so much more. Ganz showed Kindness, Mentor-ship and balance in Nuke and in Life abroad. He was able to take a difficult subject and make it easy to work through, while making sure we retained all that imparted knowledge.

There isn’t a day that goes by, that I do not think about studying at lost boys again, under Ganz and the team, just to have the amazing experience all over again.

Nicholas Mackay – Compositor
Former Student

Without him, I think it was impossible to start my career in the industry as career change because I started little bit later than other people, and literary did have no knowledge or skills when I first met Ganz

September 2020

Ganz made a huge change in my life, not only by teaching me the skills but guiding me to the VFX industry from scratch. Without him, I think it was impossible to start my career in the industry as career change because I started little bit later than other people, and literary did have no knowledge or skills when I first met Ganz.
Even after graduating from school, he as a mentor guides and advises me how to survive and pursue my career and life. It’s not too much to say that because of him, I am enjoying and being happy working everyday.
I am so grateful that I met Ganz, who looks after his students with so much care.

Kankuro Suzuki – Compositor
Former Student

I barely knew what Compositing or even VFX was, but ever since I met Ganz, I successfully entered the VFX Industry and landed an amazing job as a Compositor

August 2020

Ganz is a very creative and talented VFX instructor. He is a master of both compositing and 3D worlds. Most of the 3D assets in our Compositing program was created by Ganz.

I am very grateful to have Ganz as my instructor. However, I also I look up to Ganz as a role model. He often gives his students practical life advice and encourages us to create a healthy work-life balance.

When i first started his program. I barely knew what Compositing or even VFX was, but ever since I met Ganz, I successfully entered the VFX Industry and landed an amazing job as a Compositor.

His dedication to create the best quality education for his students is inspiring. His passion to learn and improve motivates me to become a better VFX artist.
No doubt — he is the perfect instructor who teaches the best Compositing program in the world.

Zoey Lee – Compositor
Former Student

He is a quicker and more accurate resource for any questions a student would have than anything they might find online

August 2020

Ganz was my instructor during my time at Lost Boys. I can’t imagine having learned so much and succeeding in the ways I have had I not been taught by Ganz. He is personable and educated with a strong understanding of how to properly teach ideas and concepts to others. There was never a moment during my time at Lost Boys where I even contemplated the idea of having a different instructor.

Ganz created a learning environment for anyone’s learning styles and speeds. While being a creative and technical person, Ganz was able to help his students expand on their abilities so much more than they would have in any other environment.

Ganz would never give dull lessons as he is passionate about this field. He continues to create, study, and explore within visual effects expanding on his abilities and knowledge each day. He is a quicker and more accurate resource for any questions a student would have than anything they might find online.

On my first day at Lost Boys I knew that Ganz would be a great teacher and I would highly recommend anyone wanting to learn to go to him.

Isaiah Walker – Compositor
Former Student

Hands down, Ganz is the best teacher I have ever had

August 2020

When I first started studying at Lost Boys, I had never thought it would be such a wild journey, in the best way possible.

First of all, Lost Boys is unlike any other schools I have attended in my entire life. It is an unique experience that I will always cherish, and I know it will continue to influence me as an artist, and a person in the future as well.

I was very fortunate to have Ganz as my instructor during my study at Lost Boys. Hands down, Ganz is the best teacher I have ever had. He is extremely dedicated, resourceful, patient, knowledgeable and beyond able as a VFX Compositing instructor and mentor. He is also incredibly supportive, he truly cares for his students that he is always there for you whenever you have any questions. I have learned so much from Ganz over the past year that I wish I could stay in school for a little bit longer. However, I know that Ganz has prepared all of us well and we are ready for the industry.

Ganz is not your everyday teacher, but he is the best teacher you could ever ask for if you want to learn about VFX and Compositing. I would highly recommend Ganz.

Nicole Meng – Compositor
Former Student

He is like a genius painter that always use his special “comp painting” skill to create so many unique and amazing paintings for VFX industry

August 2020

One of my life changing moment is that I had Ganz as my instructor for compositing program.

He is like a genius painter that always use his special “comp painting” skill to create so many unique and amazing paintings for VFX industry. He always give his best to students and spend a lot time to create different projects or idea to train our skills. However, he is also the kind of instructor who not only teach you professional technique but also life skill. I learned a lot through his working attitude, he always curious and willing to learn about new technique. He never stop learning and that’s why no matter what we ask, he always can gave us the best answer or lead us to find the better answer.

Ganz never hesitant to help out his students, even though we already graduated from Lost Boys Studio. He will spend his time to review my reel and also give me advise to be a better comper and continue my career journey. He is not just a instructor to me but also career role model to me.

Ya-Wen Liu – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is an absolute legend

August 2020

Ganz is an absolute legend.

As an instructor, Ganz is equally artistic and technical. That is extremely important because the artistic drive to create shots as cinematic or epic as possible is what makes VFX artists, artists. Meanwhile focus on the technical aspect and the ability to analyze a finished shot objectively ensure that the students make logical steps to reach the end goal and the result is photoreal. Ganz encourages his students to do the same and always keep both in mind while working, and the lectures have been some of the most and engaging ones I have experienced.

He is also incredibly resourceful and is always generous with what he can offer to help the students; whether it is time spent talking about any questions we have (sometimes even at inconvenient hours), offering links to various information, or making his resources accessible. Ganz is always there to help you succeed.

It’s not everyday that you would find an instructor who is not only knowledgeable about the course material, but also offers many insights on life as a VFX artist. I would recommend Ganz 10/10, amazing instructor.

Cecil Lu – Compositor
Former Student

One might think to describe him as an encyclopedia, or a robot because of the exceptional level of knowledge he can readily access with any question thrown his way

August 2020

If you close your eyes and picture the best compositing mentor you could ever ask for, you might get close to how supportive, challenging, inspiring, knowledgeable, and simply life changing Ganz is to each and every one of his students. My experience under his guidance set the bar for what is possible within a teacher-student relationship to a level I can’t imagine being met by anyone else.

He is the type of mentor that walks you through how to mentor yourself, how to simplify and tackle any problem with a multitude of different solutions in mind, and how to make room for joy in your everyday tasks. His humor makes even the most mundane lessons enjoyable.

One might think to describe him as an encyclopedia, or a robot because of the exceptional level of knowledge he can readily access with any question thrown his way. However, when you see how big his heart is and how much he truly cares about your success, it becomes clear that he is much more than a source of information.

Sometimes, you might find yourself unexpectedly beating him at his weekly board game nights even when it’s your first time playing the game. Just know that it’s only because he explained the game in the best possible way providing you with a chance to win in the first place.

Elmoatasem Ragab – Compositor
Former Student

He also helped us a lot by always being kind, just lending his ear or giving us advice when we were overwhelmed, feeling lonely, or just wanted feedback

July 2020

Ganz is the mashup of everything I’ve ever admired about my teachers.
He is someone who knows what he is talking about, continues to study it, and knows how to teach and keep things interesting.

Ganz loves to share his knowledge, and that inspired me to share what I learn with others. I am very grateful that he decided to share what he knows with us. I know that there were jobs I got after Lost Boys that were only possible because I learned so much from him.

He also helped us a lot by always being kind, just lending his ear or giving us advice when we were overwhelmed, feeling lonely, or just wanted feedback.

With Ganz, you will always have a mentor and a friend for life.

Ana-Luiza Rodrigues – Compositor
Former Student

He’s not only super good at explaining any Compositing related subject, he’s also super good at giving advices to artists in terms of what it is to live as a vfx artist in the industry

July 2020

Ganz is a great teacher, he will always answer to any of your questions no matter how easy or hard to respond they are, he will even explain to you with a lot of visual details and give you examples about it. He’s not only super good at explaining any Compositing related subject, he’s also super good at giving advices to artists in terms of what it is to live as a vfx artist in the industry. Ganz is also a joy to have as a teacher, you certainly won’t get disappointed!

Stephanie Gadsden – Compositor
Former Student

If you have a question, he will answer it faster than you can type it into Google

July 2020

Ganz is one of those teachers who not only makes his classes knowledgeable and entertaining, he himself is an incredible wealth of knowledge about all things VFX. If you have a question, he will answer it faster than you can type it into Google. His quirky outlook on life translates into the VFX theory he teaches, which makes it much more memorable and comprehensive than reading about a lesson in a textbook. Ganz is a teacher who puts his best effort into his students, whether it’s staying late to help one of us out with a project or providing more one on one time to clarify concepts. He’s less like a teacher in a traditional sense, and more like a mentor in a studio who is there to help out the newbie every step of the way.

He is a great teacher and if you’re looking to get into VFX (compositing specifically, as that’s what I can attest to) there’s nobody else I would recommend more than Ganz and Lost Boys for their training.

Le Yang – Compositor
Former Student

I remember him telling us, “We’re not teaching you to be button pushers, we’re teaching you to be problem solvers”

March 2020

Ganz is an incredibly dedicated and knowledgeable teacher who I am very glad to have had during my time at Lost Boys. His passion for visual effects was made clear through his lectures where he would always find creative and memorable ways to explain concepts to us. I feel like he really enjoyed teaching us new tricks, and it ended up making you enjoy his lectures as well. I remember several times where he stayed late so he could answer a question, give feedback on our shots, or to simply play a board game with us. When you have a teacher with Ganz’ enthusiasm, it really makes you want to push yourself to learn and achieve more with your own work.

One of the things that I believe makes Ganz such a great teacher is that it’s not just knowledge he imparts on you, but his wisdom and experience as well. In addition to the numerous technical skills, he also teaches you how to observe and think. I remember him telling us, “We’re not teaching you to be button pushers, we’re teaching you to be problem solvers”. When I was having trouble getting my ethereal effects shot to look the way I wanted, he would challenge my assumptions of how I thought it should be done, making me ask the important question, “why”. I really learned to think outside of the box because of this, and it has helped me solve all sorts of other problems since.

His knowledge of Nuke and visual effects seems virtually limitless. He is deeply passionate about his students success, and is in general a really great person to be around. I learned so much from him through the year that it would be ridiculous trying to list it all out here. If you are looking to learn visual effects compositing, I would highly recommend Ganz as your teacher!

David Koss – Compositor
Former Student

Everyday with Ganz was another day I knew I was going to grow, technically and as an artist

February 2020

This review has been a long time coming, but I’ve been so caught up in work for the past two years following graduation that I have barely had time to catch my breath. I have Ganz, and the Lost Boys | School of Visual Effects Instruction to thank for that.

Ganz is nothing short of amazing. I know I speak for all of my alumni when I say thank you. Thank you for preparing us and giving us the running start to excel in the industry. I’m convinced there isn’t a person around with such a breadth and scope of knowledge in vfx as Ganz, who also has such a capacity to communicate that knowledge in a unique and enjoyable way. Coupled with a tremendously large working knowledge of the standard vfx pipeline and a can do attitude, Ganz never shys away from a problem. He is always willing to put his students first and figure out whatever the problem is while taking the opportunity to teach them the concepts, so they never fall into the same pit fall again.

Ganz is deeply passionate about his students learning outcome, I choose these words carefully because it is different than just lecturing and making sure to cover all the material. Ganz takes the time to cement the concepts inside each of his students with great care and deliberation. This makes problem solving the right way habitual. Everyday with Ganz was another day I knew I was going to grow, technically and as an artist. I was confident that my skills and my artistic eye would get better under his tutelage.

I value my time spent at Lost Boys learning from Ganz highly, and I would not willingly trade it as it has proven to be incredibly valuable, time and time again. I highly recommend Ganz for his tremendous teaching ability. He is truly one of a kind. He is a driven, organized teacher who develops inspiring relationships and excels at fostering growth and understanding with his students.

Thank you Ganz!

Cordell Briggs – Compositor
Former Student

My experiences with Ganz as a teacher were overwhelmingly positive; he was consistently available for help at school and was even courteous enough to respond to the odd question outside of school hours.

December 2019

Ganz is the best instructor I have ever had. My experiences with Ganz as a teacher were overwhelmingly positive; he was consistently available for help at school and was even courteous enough to respond to the odd question outside of school hours. The best thing about him is not his knowledge that he shares with us. he has experience in VFX field and he is very good at sharing his knowledge with you. In the past year Ganz was a guide who helped me when I needed assistance with technical and artistic issues. If you are looking for a jump start in the vfx world, he is the instructor you are looking for. His lectures not only focused on the technical point and also teaching how to gain your sense of art.
I could never have asked for a better teacher to teach me the art of compositing. Thanks Ganz!

Timothy Hsu – Compositor
Former Student

He still remembers all the students from 8 years ago and where they are working

October 2019

I have never had such a reliable instructor in my life. If you are in school, the most important thing people care about is whether if you can land a job or not. I can assure you if you start taking his lessons, that sorts of feelings vanish in a very short time. He is an extremely logical, and thoughtful man. He is always reverse-engineering the industry’s needs and structuring the lectures up-to-date in order to nourish the students to be ready to work professionally right after school. He always knows the clear answer to the questions. No matter how tough and crazy questions you ask, he shows you the right path to take from start to finish. Not only is he a wise man but also he cares about each individual student even after graduation. He still remembers all the students from 8 years ago and where they are working. When you are lost, he listens to you carefully, and calm you down, then push your back to move forward.
I strongly encourage you to trust his words and work towards the dream by learning from him.

Kosuke Iwasaki – Compositor
Former Student

Besides being a great instructor in VFX and having an extremely broad knowledge in all subjects, he is a great person who always seeks the best for his students, Ganz helped me personally to solve many problems, related to my VFX shots and also gave me a lot of advices about the industry and work, something that I really appreciate

August 2019

Ganz is definitely one of the best teachers I have ever had in my life, and a great inspiration for me.
Besides being a great instructor in VFX and having an extremely broad knowledge in all subjects, he is a great person who always seeks the best for his students, Ganz helped me personally to solve many problems, related to my VFX shots and also gave me a lot of advices about the industry and work, something that I really appreciate.
This year being a student of Ganz I could notice that he really enjoys and likes what he does and is something that can really be seen reflected in the success and work of his students.

Rodrigo Sapag Novoa – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is one of my favorite and the best instructors I have ever had

July 2019

Ganz is one of my favorite and the best instructors I have ever had. In one year under his guide, I have learned not only a lot about VFX to be an artist, but also how to have a balanced life as an artist.
I find it very interesting of the way he converts the most complicated VFX knowledge into a very practical and easy-to-understand for students. He proves learning is fun the more you get deeper. This only shows he is indeed a passionate instructor and a dedicated mentor.
Ganz truly cares about every single student he has taught. To me, he was the one made my time at Lost Boys more wholesome.
Becoming a VFX artist could be a long and hard journey, but if you are fortunate to have Ganz as your instructor, that journey will be a fun one!

Hillary Huong Vu – Compositor
Former Student

Sometimes I forget that Ganz is an actual person and not a robot with almost as much knowledge as Google, when it comes to the VFX industry

February 2019

Sometimes I forget that Ganz is an actual person and not a robot with almost as much knowledge as Google, when it comes to the VFX industry. Then he proceeds to tell a bad joke and I remember that he is in fact human. Once Ganz becomes your instructor he doesn’t just teach you about compositing. He teaches you about the VFX industry, photography, lighting, modeling, and life in general. Prodding his brain and asking him questions was one of my most enjoyable experiences at Lost Boys because his detailed answers always made me feel as though I had learned so much.

Danielle Murray – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz will always give you life lectures on how to be a strong artist and be happy in life

February 2019

I’ve know Ganz for only one short year, and he already has changed myself tremendously. His way of teaching students Compositing is beyond any learning intuitions I have ever experienced. He can turn a complicated concept into a simple math equation, and guide students through difficult Comp by using easily-understood methods. He never stops improving and learning even with his already strong knowledge on both 3D and compositing. Furthermore, he cares greatly for all of his students. Ganz will always give you life lectures on how to be a strong artist and be happy in life. I am grateful to have Ganz as my instructor, and I 100% recommend Ganz without a doubt.

Kate T.C. Lin – Compositor
Former Student

The best thing about him is not his knowledge that he shares with us, even though I’m starting to believe we only got to see the tip of the iceberg, but his passion to teach and get his students ready for the real life in the vfx industry

January 2019

Ganz is hands down the best instructor I have ever had. The best thing about him is not his knowledge that he shares with us, even though I’m starting to believe we only got to see the tip of the iceberg, but his passion to teach and get his students ready for the real life in the vfx industry. If you are looking for a jump start in the vfx world, he is the instructor you are looking for. His lectures don’t only focused on the technical point of compositing, He teaches proper work ethics and over all great life advises that will be useful through out your career. He truly is Ganz the great!

Andri Valdez – Compositor
Former Student

He makes complex subjects more appealing and keep finding ways to innovate his lectures for every new class, so the projects always feel authentic and challenging

December 2018

It’s curious to look back and realize how much I learned with Ganz about Nuke and the visual effects industry in such a short amount of time.
Ganz manages to take the concept of teaching to a whole new level. He makes complex subjects more appealing and keep finding ways to innovate his lectures for every new class, so the projects always feel authentic and challenging. He is a happy, disciplined and great guy to be around and he’s pretty much like a VFX encyclopedia.
Sometimes he shares his knowledge into the form of a phrase or joke, so make sure to note them down! It might help you out, during your journey in the industry.

Gabriel Escobar – Compositor
Former Student

Ganz is and I think will always be the greatest teacher I have ever had

December 2018

Ganz is and I think will always be the greatest teacher I have ever had. I have never seen one person so dedicated to his teachings. I learned so much in those 10 months I was at Lost Boys, more than I could ever imagine. I came in with no experience and was close to giving up a million times but Ganz really gave his time to help me it was not like yeah just do this and that and then he left, he actually stayed and explaned in the best way to do things. Nuke is a complicated software and can really push your nerves but Ganz managed to make the lectures fun and understandable. It’s not just about Nuke it’s about everything connected to the industry and he offers his help both during school and after you graduate. People who consider to study at Lost Boys should not hesitate for one minute if they have the opportunity to go there!

Hanna Hallgrímsdóttir – Compositor
Former Student

He’s there for his students day and night, even after they graduate

December 2018

Ganz is hands down the most hard working instuctors I’ve had. He goes out of his way to help his students and seems to always have the answers to your problems, wether it’s VFX related or general life advice. He’s there for his students day and night, even after they graduate.

Katrin Inga Frantz – Senior Compositor
Former Student

He is more like a mentor than a teacher and if you are a curious person you’ll learn a great deal listening to his lessons

February 2018

Not just a great teacher, he’s more like Google when you’re looking for an answer!
I studied Compositing at Lost Boys School of Visual Effects in 2016-2017 where Ganz was my teacher.
I found that one of his most beautiful traits is that he is not just teaching you the technical skills you need to have to enter into the industry, but also he’s always sharing with you his passion and his knowledge that includes more than how to use a software and how to get your work done. It’s about the industry how things work, how the pipeline works, what the roles are and many other aspect of Visual Effects. He is more like a mentor than a teacher and if you are a curious person you’ll learn a great deal listening to his lessons.
He will prepare you to get your foot into the industry as an artist with the skill set you will need.
He’s always available for a chat and a laugh, or a drink after school where he’ll keep sharing his knowledge with you.
I learnt a lot from him and the type of career path you can have: I would definitely recommend Ganz and Lost Boys.

Mara Angioletti – Compositor
Former Student

This guy can turn people in to compositors, regardless if the student have prior experience or not

June 2017

Teaching Visual Effects is a very difficult task, but Ganz is really pulling it off! I’ve never had a teacher that cares so much about his students.

Ganz’s vast knowledge in the field of both Compositing and CGI makes him the perfect visual effects teacher, having experience on both ends of the VFX spectrum. This guy can turn people in to compositors, regardless if the student have prior experience or not.
I came to lost boys with no experience in nuke, and 1 year later I could work in the software by myself.

He was always happy to help out and answer questions, regardless if the question was directly related to what we were doing.

So if you want to learn compositing, this is your guy!

I could never have asked for a better teacher to teach me the art of compositing. Thanks Ganz!

Peter Fastbom – VFX Generalist
Former Student

You can see that he has a passion for this field and a willing to improve this industry by creating professional and reliable students, which eventually make the industry a better one

January 2017

Ganz is by far the best teacher I had for Visual Effects.
He has an endless amount of knowledge and more importantly an endless amount of patience. He often stays past his working hours and does it all with a smile on his face.
He truly prepares students for the “real life” – besides the professional and technical aspect, he gives a lot of weight to work ethics and gives the students useful tools and tips to succeed in their daily life.
You can see that he has a passion for this field and a willing to improve this industry by creating professional and reliable students, which eventually make the industry a better one.

Shira Malamud – Compositor
Former Student

He always put his heart, mind and soul even on the smallest acts. Know what? Screw this LinkedIn formality! We love you Ganz.

September 2016

It is my great honor to recommend Mr. Ganz Ramalligan for he is genuinely the best Instructor I ever had.
As my Instructor at the Advanced Visual Effects Compositing Program at the Lost Boys School of Visual Effects, Vancouver – BC.
I found him to be uniquely capable of capturing every student’s attention and helping us learn confidently.
His methodologies assisted us seeing Compositing in depth and from many crucial perspectives,
Industry Studies and discussions about the Future of VFX Technologies, being essential topics.
Comments from all of my classmates confirm that I am not alone in this impression.
Invariably helps students beyond his regular schedule,
taking the time to try and deeply understand the subtleties of teaching VFX
to a very culturally heterogeneous industry.
Making all of us recognize that the purpose of a guru is to introduce you to your own light. He always put his heart, mind and soul even on the smallest acts. Know what? Screw this LinkedIn formality! We love you Ganz.
Thank you for being this wise human being and such a inspiring instructor.

Eduardo Bivar – Senior Compositor
Former Student

He always tries his best to understand each of the students and find what is the best for them. He even knows how to give his students hard critiques so that students can understand and improve their works

January 2016

Ganz is one of those rare instructors, who truly care about their students. He is willing to spend his extra time over day and night, just to answer his students’ questions and solve their problems. He always tries his best to understand each of the students and find what is the best for them. He even knows how to give his students hard critiques so that students can understand and improve their works. I can not see Lost Boys Studios without Ganz. He is absolutely an amazing instructor.

Jina Yoon – Lighting TD
Former Student

Needless to say that with his many years of experience he is a walking encyclopedia of „digital imagery“ and is always up to date with everything that is going on in the field

December 2015

If I quickly have to sum up Ganz both as a mentor and individual, dedication, knowledge, kindness and open mindedness come in mind.
Ganz is one of those rare teachers who leave a remarkeable and lasting positive imprint on his students. I was fortunate to be one of them and it’s simply impossible to summarize
the amount of skills and techniques I’ve learnt and improved during the 8 month intense program at Lost Boys Studios.
As many mentioned before, Ganz always dedicated a lot of extra time and energy for us, he was always helpful, motivating and pushed us to look for alternate solutions and therefore strenghtend our creative problem solving skills.
Needless to say that with his many years of experience he is a walking encyclopedia of „digital imagery“ and is always up to date with everything that is going on in the field.

Besides the teaching aspect, it was always a pleasure and fun to talk to Ganz, he has a vast knowledge not only in the world of digital imagery and a great sense of humour as well.

He made us „ready“ for whatever will be expected from us in the industry.

Yan Caspar Hirschbühl
Former Student

I had very little experience in visual effects when I started the program, but he has nearly limitless knowledge to share that is highly focused and practical, equipping every student with the skills and resources they will need for the exciting VFX industry

November 2015

Thanks to Ganz, I got an awesome compositing job right after graduation from the Lost Boys School of VFX. I work at a studio specializing in beauty work and digital makeup, where I’m not only able to rotoscope, but also able to do paintouts, keying, and 3D compositing. I wouldn’t be prepared to do these diverse tasks without his demos or the times he answered my questions after class. I had very little experience in visual effects when I started the program, but he has nearly limitless knowledge to share that is highly focused and practical, equipping every student with the skills and resources they will need for the exciting VFX industry. Ganz is more than a highly qualified instructor and teacher: he is a wise mentor. He cares about his students’ success and well-being even after they graduate. You are truly fortunate if you have the opportunity to learn from him.

Andrew Zeller – Compositing Supervisor
Former Student

In my opinion your willingness to help students at the expense of your free time relay shows the nature of an excellent teacher and person

July 2015

As a matter of fact, I’ve already given positive feedback about you to your boss Nevertheless I’ll repeat what I told him here. 🙂

As it has been mentioned many times before, needless it to say that you are being a teacher possessing a vast knowledge and experience in the field that you teach,but I’d like to point out that I see you many times sitting with students explaining and helping them long after the end of school hours. This fact clearly demonstrates the high level of your dedication and desire to help. In my opinion your willingness to help students at the expense of your free time relay shows the nature of an excellent teacher and person .keep it up!

Andrey Lutsker – Senior Compositor
Former Student

If you asked, he could talk for hours about his insights and experience on a wide range of VFX topics, and I always felt like I could go to him for help

April 2015

Ganz is a dedicated, hardworking, and most of all friendly and kind teacher. He was always willing to sit down, one on one, and help students understand anything that might be giving them trouble. If you asked, he could talk for hours about his insights and experience on a wide range of VFX topics, and I always felt like I could go to him for help. Ganz was as much a friend as he was mentor. He made sure to not only give us the knowledge we needed to succeed, but the support and tools we needed, as well. He was honest and candid about the industry, and made sure to prepare us to the best of his abilities for our careers, both in and out of the workplace.

Andrew Barrie – Compositor
Former Student

He writes the most comprehensive lecture notes and stays late in the studio with the students if we need extra help

October 2014

Ganz is the one of the most knowledgable instructors I have ever had. Because of his many years of experience in VFX and his multi-facet background in web and media technology, he is the “go-to guy” to discuss the approach to any technical challenge . He is analytical, entrepreneurial, and he is an innovative out-of-the-box thinker when it comes to problem solving. For someone with this extensive amount of knowledge, Ganz inspires me when it comes to great work habits and continual learning. He writes the most comprehensive lecture notes and stays late in the studio with the students if we need extra help. He is always up to date about the latest developments of this fast-paced industry and he always takes the extra step to share these new knowledge with individual students when he sees fit. If you want to become an accomplished VFX artist, study with Ganz.

Junjun Zhu – Lead Compositor
Former Student

With such dedication and passion to VFX, he is definitely one of the best instructors I’ve ever had in my life

July 2013

Ganz was an amazing instructor at Lost Boys Studios. With the other Lost Boys’ staff, they made my learning experience fun and exciting. He was the person to go to for any kind of questions, and he would always provide a detailed answer. He would personally mentor us if we were still confused, often staying late at school just so we would get a better understanding of the problem. With such dedication and passion to VFX, he is definitely one of the best instructors I’ve ever had in my life. I’m very grateful I was able to learn directly under him.

Tim Liu – Compositor
Former Student

He is hardworking and alway update new knowledge to share with his students

January 2013

Ganz is an excellent instructor. He has a lot of experience in VFX. He is hardworking and alway update new knowledge to share with his students. He stays late in the studio with the students when we have questions or we need him for help. So in my recommend study with Ganz is alway be the best choice.

Tananuch Phosri – Senior Compositor
Former Student

Ganz the great !! as his email ID says

April 2012

Ganz is a inspirational Instructor and professionally a complete all rounder having a sound knowledge in all aspects of web and media. Ganz the great !! as his email ID says.

Rajavel Loganathan – Lead Compositor
Former Student

He is a very talented visual effects artist with years of experience teaching and creating an amazing VFX stuff

December 2011

Ganz is an excellent instructor. He is a very talented visual effects artist with years of experience teaching and creating an amazing VFX stuff. He is very professional and dedicated. I want to thank him and of course I highly recommend him.

Carlos Guzman – Lead FXTD

What strikes me most about Ganz is his selflessness, particularly in relation to problem solving abilities

August 2011

I met Ganz Ramalingam at Lost Boys Learning, a fellow peer and now the schools Visual Effects instructor.

Ganz was a mentor to many, his skills and talents genuinely exceptional, his knowledge vast and rich, spread across multiple disciplines. What strikes me most about Ganz is his selflessness, particularly in relation to problem solving abilities. Often was the time a peer had questions and Ganz was the one to turn to, and if a problem posed complex, Ganz would work until a solution was found.

It was a great pleasure to study and mature alongside Ganz, and absorb some of those traits that make him truly exceptional.

Jason Tranetzki – Senior Compositor