Adobe has released their May 2023 update for After Effects introducing a new Properties panel that allows creators to access important properties of Text and Shape layers, speeding up workflows. Shape Properties and Shape Transforms can be accessed without changing the timeline view or toggling down properties. Text, Paragraph and layer transform properties can also be updated without switching between panels. (more...)

The YouTube channel Show It Better has published a video that takes a detailed look at how Midjourney might be used by Architects. Watch it on YouTube. 

Nevercenter has announced the release of Silo 2023.3, which includes a new feature for modeling cylindrical or radially repeated shapes. The new feature makes it possible to model complex gears, spokes, wheels, and more. (more...)

Mihail Lupu has released Sculpt Tool for 3ds Max, a new script that aims to simplify simple editing of organic meshes. This tool allows users to stay within the 3ds Max environment, eliminating the need to export or import to other sculpting applications for small sculpting tasks. (more...)

Lightmap, the UK-based real-time lighting software developer, has unveiled a major update to its flagship software, HDR Light Studio 8, bringing an innovative new Scrim Light type to the product. (more...)

VizAcademyUK has released a new tutorial on how to create realistic fog, mist, and smoke using Corona Renderer. Watch it on YouTube. 

Neil Blevins has published a 20-minute video discussing the importance of using tried and true composition techniques to create visually appealing artworks. (more...)

RedefineFX has launched a new course titled "The Embergen Bootcamp". This course is designed to equip 3D artists with the necessary skills and knowledge to create volumetric and particle effects using EmberGen by JangaFX. (more...)