Maya Monday: Surface 2.0, The realistic ARKit experience

Arvid Schneider created an iOS app called Surface 2.0, a Surface Database app. It’s made for both pros and newer users to Maya. In fact, it’s for anyone who is interested in creating convincing and physicically accurate, hyper-realistic shaders with your favorite renderer. Plus, it’s free for personal or commercial use!

Surface is ARKit ready. With Surface, you can test surfaces in real-time. Use real world images for reference and then easily transfer the surface values into your renderer.

It requires iOS 11.3 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

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