About Luma Pictures
Luma Pictures is an independent visual effects and CGI animation studio with facilities in Los Angeles, Melbourne, and Vancouver. Founded in 2002, the studio provides high-end visual effects and animation for major feature films, television series, and commercials.
Mission
Luma Pictures is a globally renowned independent visual effects studio dedicated to building compelling art and technology with a strong focus on company culture.
Approach
Luma Pictures approaches each project with a hungry mindset, striving to create standout work by partnering exceptional people with meaningful projects. They focus on building beautiful and compelling visual art while maintaining a strong company culture.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
406 Broadway, #365, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Featured Work
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Thor: Love and Thunder - VFX Breakdown by Luma Pictures
Spider-Man: No Way Home - VFX Breakdown by Luma Pictures
Loki: Season 1 - VFX Breakdown by Luma Pictures
Jojo Rabbit - VFX Breakdown by Luma Pictures
Ant Man And The Wasp - VFX Breakdown
Post-Production Capabilities
5 servicesVFX
Professional vfx services for film, television, and commercial projects.
CGI Animation
High-quality animation services for film, episodic, and commercial projects
Character Development
Professional character development services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Look Development
Professional look development services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Lighting
Professional lighting services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
1 awardsEmmy
Firm Leadership
Payam Shohadai
Founder and CEO
Payam Shohadai co-founded Luma Pictures in 2002 and has led the company to become a globally renowned independent visual effects studio. He has served as visual effects executive producer on numerous major blockbuster films.
Jonathan Betuel
Co-Founder
Jonathan Betuel co-founded Luma Pictures alongside Payam Shohadai in 2002, helping to establish the studio's foundation in creating standout visual effects.
Grady Gamble
Chief Operating Officer
Grady Gamble is the Chief Operating Officer at Luma Pictures, bringing extensive experience in operations and management to the studio's global team.
Eric J. Robertson
Global Executive Producer
Eric J. Robertson serves as the global Executive Producer at Luma Pictures, bringing over three decades of experience leading world-class VFX projects.
Reviews & Ratings
4
Glassdoor (87 reviews)
5
Indeed (2 reviews)
News & Press
Luma Pictures and Half M.T Studios Collaborate on Original Animated Feature Ira Dei
Luma Pictures is teaming up with Half M.T Studios on Ira Dei, an original animated feature by Miguel Ortega and Tran Ma that blends cutting-edge technology with bold storytelling for mature audiences.
Lindsay Burnett takes post at Luma Pictures
Visual effects and animation outfit Luma Pictures has named Lindsay Burnett to the newly created post of director of business development.
LUMA PICTURES COMPLETE VFX ON MARVEL'S ETERNALS
The Melbourne and LA studios delivered over 400 breathtaking visual effects shots for Marvel Studios' upcoming blockbuster.
Luma Pictures Helps Grow a 'Groot'
Marvel Studios' 5-episode collection of 'I Am Groot' animated shorts finds the mischievous toddler taking center stage, with VFX by Luma Pictures.
Office Locations
Santa Monica
406 Broadway, #365 Santa Monica, CA 90401
Melbourne
21 Chessell Street, Southbank, VIC 3006
Vancouver
1090 Homer Street, Suite 300, V6B 2W9, Vancouver
Pricing Information
Custom quotes based on project scope
Enterprise-level pricing for major studio productions and episodic series.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Luma Pictures directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.