Freddie Wong: How to create a realistic Muzzle Flare

Freddie Wong is a graphics wizard. We found it difficult to create a decent muzzle flare,  problems included:

- Making the flash look realistic (and in perspective)
- Obtaining an optimal size for the muzzle flash
- Achieving realistic lighting (given off by the flash)
- Timing the flash with the action/sound

Freddie Wong's tutorial was perfect. It goes through steb-bystep how to create a believable muzzle flash and using his expertise we ended up with an incredible shot effect and possibly the best individual piece in our film sequence.