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RailClone 4.3 is the new version of iToo Software's parametric modeling plugin in 3ds Max. The update improves the performance of complex models - RailClone objects now estimate "up to 500%" faster and a "Deformation" tab has also been added, to the "Transform" operator, to override deformation settings for multiple segments. V-Ray users have received support for the new VRayMultiSubTex and VRayUVWRandomiser cards in V-Ray 5,

News of the World is a western by Paul Greengrass, an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Canadian-American author Paulette Giles. The main roles are played by Tom Hanks and Helena Zengel. Roni Rodrigues, the Overall VFX Supervisor on News of the World, is quick to extol the virtues of working with historical reference to rebuilding the Old West with visual effects. According

Silhouette 2021 is now available as a plug-in for After Effects, Premiere Pro and OFX-compatible compositing applications such as Nuke, replacing the stripped-down Silhouette Paint plug-in. New features include the Lens Correction node, new rotary shape editing tools, the ability to add annotations to projects for snapshot review and node graph improvements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKvVy6NboLg   As noted above, the software is now available as a plug-in with

The Clerisse 5.0 update introduces a new unified architecture for the two versions of the software; we will now be able to use the structural improvements developed for the high-performance version of Clarisse Builder in the Clarisse iFX version. Other important changes include a new USD exporter, new clothing tools, a new Arnold-compatible standard material, and a "revolutionary" new lighting mechanism that allows any scene geometry

Pixar gets its characters to move and emote by building them rigs and filling them with controls that allow animators to give them unique expressions and movements. "Toy Story 2" gave them the ability to adapt and reuse rigs for multiple characters, allowing a wide array of characters of all shapes and sizes. In "Finding Nemo," animators learned how to make fish show emotions despite their

Together with Epic Games, Artstation will reportedly continue to expand opportunities for authors to showcase their talents and artwork. ArtStation will continue to operate as an independent branded platform, while working closely with the Unreal Engine team. By joining forces, the ArtStation and Unreal Engine teams will be able to empower the creative community with enhanced tools, resources and connections. Starting today, the commission fee will

We continue to introduce you to the secrets of film production. Today we decided to focus on the popular Marvel Studios mini-series, WandaVision. Set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the series follows the events of Avengers: The Final Solution, released in 2019. Jacques Schaeffer was the executive producer and head writer, and Matt Scheckman was the director. Interesting facts: The first trailer of the series garnered

Nekki's Cascadeur 2021.1 has a new AutoPhysics tool, which automatically creates a physically accurate version of an existing animation and allows the use of an AI-based AutoPosing tool for any humanoid character. With this release, Cascadeur has officially moved into early access, with two subscription plans introduced by Nekki, even though the software remains free for anyone earning less than $100,000 per year. Originally developed by

"Mulan is a 2020 American drama film adaptation of the 1998 animated film of the same name, based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan. The film was directed by Nicky Caro and the screenplay was written by Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver, Lauren Hinek and Elizabeth Martin. "Mulan", which has a production budget of $200 million, is the most expensive film ever made by a female