Artomatix are soon to release standalone desktop applications of their AI powered texture processing tools, currently only available online. Planned features allow users to automatically remove seams; create variations of input materials, generating new results or growing materials to create larger sizes; and extract full material maps from a single input.  A closed alpha of the standalone versions will be available on November 20th, and they are on the look out for experienced artists to test the software. If you are interested you can get in touch on the Artomatix website.

David Cox has reviewed Blackmagic Resolve 14, concluding that "it provides a substantial broadening of ability that will suit both the multi-skilled smaller outfits or fit as a grading/finishing platform and collaborative backbone in larger installations". Read the article in full on the PostPerpspective blog.

Liquid Dream Solutions has released a new version of ButterflyNetRender, its network rendering controller for Lightwave, Maya, Modo, Messiah Studio, 3DSmax, XSI, Digital Fusion, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender,  and more. New features of version 7 include:  (more...)

3DtoAll has announced the release of DazToMaya, a new tool that allows you to transfer a character from Daz Studio to Maya in a couple of clicks. Features include: (more...)

Texture Reference is a new website providing free packs of textures which artists can use as inspiration or source imagery for their work. Each download includes a texture pack with a front facing image, 2 close ups, at least one side view and an image with a colour checker. They have also promised to add tutorials to explain how to make the most of their resources. Find out more about Texture Reference on their website (there's a PayPal donate button if you appreciate the project).

iToo Software has released a new tutorial for RailClone in which they demonstrate how to create tiled and slate roofs, including hips and ridges. The tutorial covers the principles of using RailClone's clipping features as well as several new features of RailClone 3 such as macros and library presets. Written and video versions are available on the iToo Software website.

3D Flow has announced the latest release of 3D Zephyr, its image-based modeling software. New features of version 3.5 include: (more...)