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Through Radiance60’s future-focused programs and Douglas Leong’s regional engagements, these testimonials speak to a shared journey of transformation—wherecreativity meets technology, and individuals unlock their full potential. From 3D artists to architects, CEOs to students, and developers to educators, our community spans disciplines, industries, and regions.Their voices reflect the real-world impact of hands-on training, deep technical insight, and a commitment to empowering the next generation of creators.
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Director for Research, Development, and Innovation Center | Our Lady of Fatima University Conference Chair, SPARKS 2024 Past President - Phi Gamma Chapter Professional Doctorate | Johns Hopkins University
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That was an amazing training week at HKU! Thank you Douglas and Cheerie for the wonderful arrangement. We are so glad to have you here. We received very positive feedback from the participants and we definitely look forward to more!
He’s a true genius, a gamesetter with high level of knowledge by transforming architecture with game engines
I got to witness Douglas speak at the 100x Conference in Seoul, Korea where he stole the show with his energetic approach to how he uses software like Houdini and Unreal Engine to create awesome worlds. I was impressed with how he kept the entire audience engaged for the whole time he was speaking there wasn't one dull moment when Douglas was on stage!
We are fortunate to have witnessed Douglas's fantastic performances on several occasions. Firstly, as a trainer and workshop facilitator at the Radiance60 Unreal Engine training in Singapore. Second, as a distinguished resource speaker on several occasions at Our Lady of Fatima University, here in the Philippines. And finally, as a plenary speaker at the Sparks International Conference hosted by multiple universities and organizations in the Philippines. Douglas is a talented and dedicated expert in gaming and digital asset development. We love his flexibility, work values, and ethics. Working with Douglas is a blessing and we look forward to more projects and collaborations with him."
Douglas Leong has a true Mastery of his Art. In addition to off-the-charts technical skills, he has the unique ability to transform his vision into a reality – a “virtual” reality which is making physical reality palish in comparison. I have been at the forefront of research on cyberbehavior (human behavior in computerized spaces) since more than 15 years, and I have witnessed the evolution of virtual and augmented environments not just from a user perspective, but from the point of view of a researcher. Only a few times in my life have I been impressed by technical developments. The exposition to Douglas Leong’s work counts amongst those times.
Douglas delivered a standout and highly informative talk at the inaugural session of the Animation & VFX conference. He demonstrated such depth of knowledge and passion for Unreal Engine, and is truly an inspiration for all newcomers to the software, as well as seasoned veterans exploring real-time pipelines for the first time. I first met Douglas in an Unreal Engine course conducted by Nanyang Polytechnic in 2022, and we crossed paths during the Virtual Production Challenge organised by Epic Games and IMDA last year. Since then, I continue to learn so much from him at every encounter, and would strongly recommend him for any organisation looking to train or upskill their staff.
Back in 2018, I’ve attended a Houdini course that was conducted by Douglas Leong. From a 3D Modelling background, Douglas’s classes were very intriguing to me. From the start of my 3D journey, I’ve only known how to build 3D Assets by hand, with each surfaces manually hand crafted. When I’ve learnt about the capabilities of Houdini, I got very interested to unpack this abstract concept. Through the weeks of classes, Douglas was able to break very complex and technical concepts down and it was very exciting to employ the tools and techniques to achieve proceduralism. Douglas’s way of delivering his classes also keeps an upbeat and refreshing momentum, while other lecturers were more of following an instruction manual. Through Douglas’s classes, I was able to understand the rationale behind each step and the end goal is constantly in mind. This allowed us to extract different toolsets and merge it with something else to form our own workflows. This made every class valuable, as each lesson could be used with any future context. Since then, Douglas and I have remained in professional contact. Recently, I’ve reached out to Douglas and was consulting him on a few other career goals for the coming years. Douglas shared so much of his experience and our professional relationship developed into a Mentor-Mentee collaboration. Douglas has spearheaded in the field of Coaching/Training and has attained the title as Gold Tiered Unreal Engine Authorized Instructor. As a student of Douglas and a Singaporean, I’m so proud of Douglas’s achievement, as this means he can spread his knowledge and experience to a global audience. Since then, Douglas and I have remained in professional contact. Recently, I’ve reached out to Douglas and was consulting him on a few other career goals for the coming years.
I had the privilege of being mentored by Douglas during our participation in the Virtual Production Challenge organized by SGGA, Unreal, and IMDA. Douglas possesses several outstanding qualities that make him an exceptional mentor: Exceptional Mentorship: Douglas is a remarkable mentor who goes above and beyond to guide and support his mentees. His ability to break down complex concepts and provide clear guidance is truly commendable. Organizational Excellence: Douglas is incredibly well-organized and structured in his approach to projects. Under his guidance, our team was able to navigate the intricacies of the Virtual Production Challenge with ease. Expertise in Project-Based Learning: Douglas is an expert at facilitating learning through hands-on projects. Throughout the challenge, he encouraged us to learn by doing, which allowed us to quickly grasp and address various pipeline issues. During the Virtual Production Challenge, which centered around leveraging Unreal Technology for LED Volume Stage productions, our team faced a steep learning curve. However, under Douglas's mentorship, we achieved remarkable progress in just four weeks. We successfully tackled a wide range of challenges, from application integrations to data interpretation between Maya, Blender, Houdini, and Unreal. One of the most demanding aspects of the project was ensuring that all assets were correctly scaled, positioned, and synchronized with key-framed animations across these different platforms. This required meticulous attention to detail, and Douglas played a crucial role in ensuring our success. What truly stood out during this memorable experience was Douglas's unwavering commitment. He closely monitored our progress and proactively identified potential issues, allowing us to address them before they became major roadblocks. This proactive approach significantly contributed to the overall success of the project. In summary, Douglas's mentorship was invaluable to our team's success in the Virtual Production Challenge. His mentoring skills, organizational prowess, and expertise in project-based learning make him a standout mentor in the field. I wholeheartedly recommend Douglas to anyone seeking guidance and support in similar endeavors. Working with him is a transformative experience that will undoubtedly lead to success. During the Virtual Production Challenge, which centered around leveraging Unreal Technology for LED Volume Stage productions, our team faced a steep learning curve. One of the most demanding aspects of the project was ensuring that all assets were correctly scaled, positioned, and synchronized with key-framed animations across these different platforms.
Douglas has been providing Houdini and Unreal training for our staff and students for the past years. He is always seeking the best for his trainees by understanding their learning needs and customise the training such that it meets the training objectives. I had the opportunity to sit-in a recent UNREAL training course conducted by Douglas. I am impressed by his dedication and clear communication skill that help everyone to acquire the skill easily. Being an expert in the CG domain, he demonstrated professionalism and mastery of skill in the subject matter. Many of us who are new to UNREAL engine were able to grasp the concept quickly and apply the knowledge into practice. I am privileged to have Douglas to come alongside in training our staff in the early days of our course and his continual support in equipping of our students through lectures and workshops.
I had the privilege of attending Sir Douglas' presentation on Unreal Engine, titled "How Game Engines Transform Architecture," at National Convention 49, where he showcased his expertise and passion for this powerful tool in architectural visualization. Sir Douglas is highly skilled in Unreal Engine, demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of its capabilities and applications. His presentation was not only informative but also engaging, illustrating practical ways to create realistic architectural environments. I highly recommend Sir Douglas as a speaker on Unreal Engine topics. His expertise and ability to communicate effectively make him an excellent choice for conferences or events focused on game development, virtual reality, architectural visualization, and interactive design.
I had the pleasure of connecting with Sir Douglas during my participation in a previous seminar titled "Unleashing the Power: Real-Time Production in the Age of Unreal Engine" at Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela City, Philippines. He consistently impressed me with his expertise in Unreal Engine and its application in real-time production for filmmaking, animation, and architecture. He effectively discussed its advantages and potential in the industry. In his session, he showcased a digital representation of the Philippine Central Post Office Building, developed using Unreal Engine. His expertise resulted in a stunning and realistic digital representation, showcasing the software's real-time rendering capabilities. Beyond his technical skills, Sir Douglas is a fantastic speaker who always makes time to answer questions and provide valuable guidance. His passion and commitment are reflected in his dedication to every project he undertakes. His positive attitude and willingness to help fostered a collaborative and supportive environment. I highly recommend Sir Douglas as a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the capabilities of Unreal Engine!
Douglas is highly experienced in teaching Houdini and one of the premier Houdini instructors in the region. He has conducted multiple instructor workshops with my organization and recently done multiple workshops on the Unreal Engine. Seeing the potential of Unreal Engine's realtime rendering abilities, Douglas is able to harness the power of Unreal distill the the instruction of Unreal Engine from a very complex user interface to something that is easy to follow and understand. Douglas's years of experience in instruction shows in the way he does his teachings and presentation. He made sure everyone understood what he is teaching and kept pace with his learning materials. His learning materials are well thought out and relevant for the 3D computer graphics professional. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn about Unreal Engine's potential as well as Houdini to engage Douglas's services. You won't be disappointed!
Douglas is a great lecturer, he knows his stuff and is also able to clearly communicate his knowledge to students. Attending a Houdini course conducted by him has equipped me with a solid foundation in Houdini for my production needs. His lessons not only imparted how the software works but also how to critically think as well as good methodologies when working in the Houdini environment.
Douglas is a great artist and teacher. He has great overall knowledge in Houdini and is great a communicating the fundamentals of proceduralism and how to think. Learning Houdini with Douglas has been incredibly helpful, and really got me thinking about the process of modeling and how to approach problems. Houdini has been invaluable as a Technical Artist at Ubisoft, working on terrain tools and procedural pipelines.
Mr. Douglas has been in the industry even before I took my Diploma in Digital Visual Effects. I first met him during my poly mates internship at his previous company. My mates who went there for 3 months intern, came back more knowledgeable in Houdini than before. Mr. Douglas' approach to proceduralism taught them to be more efficient with tackling Houdini. I finally got to learn from him from a course, Specialist Diploma In Visual Effects where he taught us 3 modules. I took that opportunity to ask as many questions as possible. I am grateful for his teaching as I have personally benefited from it and using it in my daily work as an FX artist in VHQ
Douglas is experienced in Houdini's procedural workflow. Under his guidance, I learn how to build digital assets and character rigs entirely in Houdini. These come in handy when I'm working on dynamic rigs for characters in a production.