Hi, my name is Mengxin You, but you can call me Maxine. I’m a VFX artist and video creator with a strong focus on Houdini simulations and short-form storytelling. I earned my Master of Arts in Visual Effects from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where I built a solid foundation in procedural workflows and dynamic systems like fluids, pyro, particles, and vellum.

Beyond VFX, I’ve produced and edited over a hundred short-form videos across platforms. These projects helped me combine visual design, pacing, and narrative to create content that’s both visually striking and emotionally engaging.

What drives me is using visual effects and motion design not just for spectacle, but to tell stories that connect with people. I love collaborating with other creatives and pushing the limits of Houdini and real-time tools to bring cinematic, imaginative worlds to life.