How do two creative studios work together efficiently, even with a 12-hour time difference? We had a chance to sit down with Chito Ignacio, the Design Director of our satellite office, Falcon’s Creative Philippines, to learn more about his background and how he leads our talented team in Manila.

People love that adrenaline rush of a well-timed “safe scare.” It’s fascinating how carefully designed sensory triggers shape these intense experiences and make them feel so real. The secret lies in understanding human psychology.

Master planning entire theme parks, designing compelling museum exhibits, creating an all-new attraction that enhances a storyline, and more; it’s all in a day’s work for our Creative Directors.

As we honor Women's History Month, we’re taking the opportunity to recognize and celebrate all the outstanding women at Falcon’s who are contributing to the success of our company.

What is animation? Animation creates the illusion of movement. Traditional or 2D animation is done with a pencil and paper, where an artist hand draws each scene frame by frame, but animation can also be created in 3D on a computer by a 3D animator.

Real-time engines have limitless amounts of uses and potential. Many people get stuck trying to figure out where they should start, the right techniques to use, and how long it will take to put together their first masterpiece.

I started my path down art at a very young age. I would always draw characters and concepts from animated movies, video games, and my imagination.

Every year, our team looks forward to IAAPA week because of all the exciting events that take place. Of course, we love seeing people within the industry flooding to Orlando.

Over the last fifty years, a race for the latest and greatest technology has driven the themed entertainment industry. Developments in aspects like ride vehicles, media, and animated figures have furthered immersion, enhanced storytelling capabilities, and enabled escape.

At Falcon’s, each project is uniquely challenging because of the variety of mediums and display formats we create content for, but perhaps one of the most satisfying projects I have personally been a part of is our 3D dome projection theater.

Sun World Bà Nà Hills is an exotic destination resort located in the Trường Sơn Mountains west of Da Nang, Vietnam.

Storytelling is at the heart of everything we do at Falcon’s. Whether it is bringing to life attractions based on blockbuster IPs, like those from Marvel or Cartoon Network, or recreating amazing true-life experiences, our passion for crafting stories permeates everything we do.

A little while ago, I visited the Coca-Cola Store at Disney Springs in Orlando. I had a great time shopping for exclusive Coca-Cola merchandise, indulging in a couple of their specialty drinks at the rooftop bar, and even taking a selfie with their iconic mascot, a huge, furry, smiling polar bear who looked very cute in his red Coca-Cola scarf.

When looking at modern-day attraction design, the first thing we must keep in mind is the guest experience. Simply stated, what do you want your guests to experience and take away from your attraction, ride, or experience?

I recall attending a SATE conference presentation 10+ years ago on the topic of “Mass Customization”.

People like to play. And people like to be with each other. And people like to eat and drink.

The newest addition to Falcon’s Creative Group’s expanding portfolio of patented and patent pending offerings is the GameSuite™ product, an immersive gaming environment for friends and families to play, lounge, and connect.

How Falcon’s is levering innovations in digital projection and experimenting with high frame rates for new experiences. Digital media technologies are advancing at breakneck speeds.

The idea that The Future Is Now has never been more tangible than at this very moment, as we stand on the cusp of such rapidly evolving technological and cultural landscapes across the globe.

As the world transitions from a purely goods and services economy to that of an experience economy, more and more brands are looking to make a deeper, longer-lasting, emotional connection with consumers.

Projection mapping, to me, is a truly fascinating subject. I became quite entranced with the tech while working on our Heroes and Legends project for Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex back in 2016.

An interactive, multimedia experience at the Hard Rock Vault in Orlando gave fans an extraordinary opportunity to immerse themselves in rock ‘n roll’s compelling history.

Characters turn places into living, breathing environments. Characters ground change and evolution in emotion and consequence. Characters transform events into full-fledged stories.

"There was a line out the door…around the block…down the street.” When you hear of an event, attraction, or show attached to phrases like these, it’s safe to assume something pretty spectacular was waiting at the end of that line.

Spaghetti and meatballs. Burger and fries. Peanut butter and jelly. Ben & Jerry’s. Barnum & Bailey. Design, Media, and Licensing. Huh? What’s that last one? Admittedly, it doesn’t roll off the tongue like the others, but all the same, these Falcon’s Creative Group services form a dream team.

Animation has existed in many forms throughout history.Some art historians point to early cave paintings that show a series of images, thereby implying movement, as the birth of animation.

When Falcon’s Creative Group recently celebrated its twentieth anniversary, I took time to reflect back on my own personal journey as well as key moments that the team has experienced.

Vacations offer the opportunity to escape from daily routines for a short period. Some people opt to lie on a beach and get lost in a good book. Others seek more active adventures where they can explore new cities, experience the local culture, and test their tolerance for exotic cuisine.

Edits between the shots are commonplace. However, when you are talking about editing for themed experiences and special venues, the words “standard” and “common” are often removed from our vocabulary.

The relationship between emerging technologies and methods of learning is closely interwoven and everchanging. As designers, artists, and engineers continue to find new ways to connect these two paradigms for entertainment and education of the masses, spaces like museums and science centers have become a premier venue to showcase innovative experiences, launching some of the most exciting opportunities for both creators and audiences.

To commemorate the founding of Falcon's twenty years ago, Owner Cecil D. Magpuri and Executive VP Of Operations, Yvette Whittaker, take a trip down memory lane. In this 20th-anniversary blog post, you will learn the Falcon's origin story, how the culture was established, and the pivotal moments that sparked this masterful rise in the entertainment design industry.

Some of the best theme park attractions are driven by great storytelling. Since dialog is such an integral part of telling that story, what happens when the audience can only hear half of what is being said? It’s just not going to be an effective attraction, and both the guests and owners will be disappointed. In many of these special venue environments, there are so many variables to deal with, but most often, the problem is acoustics.

When overseeing theme park design from the ground up, one special opportunity we have is the chance to dive deep into the worlds of renown intellectual properties.

In order to meet the demands and challenges when creating large scale 3D media content at high resolutions, high framerates, and for uniquely shaped surfaces, the Falcon’s Digital Media team is constantly researching, developing, and implementing new software and technology that can optimize their workflow and complement their existing pipeline.

The term “retailtainment” has gained some pretty significant popularity in and around the themed entertainment industry in recent years.

The blank canvas, the black box, the green field, the empty space. What can, at first, feel like endless opportunities and seemingly limitless solutions can be used to define the starting point in the creative process. From master planning an entire theme park and its individual attraction design, the empty space marks the beginning of the creative journey.