Real HDR 1.4 released
PlaySys has presented 1.4 release of Real HDR - standalone utility for creating custom HDR images for CGI, VFX and rendering - with new 3D preview and 3D light placement mode and usability and customization improvements.
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STYX: IMPORT-EXPORT TOOL
If you ever experienced difficulties with importing and exporting files between ZBrush, Maya and 3DS Max, you would be interested to know about Styx - the script package that makes faster importing-exporting files between the programs.
CAD mouse by 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion has introduced the mouse designed with CAD professionals in mind. It has 7 buttons in total, including dedicated middle mouse button, 8200dpi / 1000Hz laser sensor, quickZoom, smart scroll wheel and gesture/radial menu button.
animago AWARD NOMINEES
End of August animago independent jury announced the final nominees for this year’s animago AWARD, choosing three best works in each of the 13 animago categories. In the meanwhile today 3D Architettura would like to introduce you the projects nominated in two architecture categories.
Substance 3D Painter 10.1 Update
Version 10.1 of Substance 3D Painter, released near the end of 2024, is a major update that brings several improvements designed to make the texturing experience smoother and more powerful. With new features, enhanced support for the USD format, and significant performance upgrades, this version aims to meet the needs of 3D artists, game designers, and VFX professionals. Notably, the addition of new filter options and an update to core dependencies ensure a greater flexibility and speed during the creative workflow.
SKATTER FOR SKETCHUP
Skatter is the new extension plugin for Sketchup that allows creating of photorealistic vegetation. The plugin is still under development in the beta stage and is promised to be available on the market this autumn.
Cineware for Illustrator
MAXON has partnered with Turbosquid and released free Cineware for Illustrator plug-in that allows to add and edit 3D objects directly within Adobe Illustrator CC 2017, to apply labels to 3D packaging or incorporate 3D elements seamlessly into 2D artwork.
TERRAGEN 4 OPEN BETA
Terragen 4, the software to render beautifully realistic landscapes, skies or other natural environments, is in free open beta since the beginning of July.
UNREAL ENGINE 4 FOR ACHITECTURE
The Unreal Editor is a fully integrated suite of tools for building every aspect of your project. Advanced features include physically-based rendering, UI, level building, animation, visual effects, physics, networking, and asset management.
KeyShot 5.1
Luxion is the maker of KeyShot, the real-time ray tracing and global illumination program. In November of 2014, they came out with the KeyShot 5.1 which added several new improvements and additions.
Blender 2.8
Future presented Blender 2.8 with updated viewport, new Grease Pencil and other new functionalities.
