3D (591 Tutorials)
Physically Based Rendering / PBR Explained for 3D Artists #TutorialTuesday
July 16, 2019
FlippedNormals gives a nice explanation of Physically Based Rendering. They talk more about what PBR actually is and also about the benefits of PBR.
FumeFX and tyFlow Fluid Force
July 9, 2019
In this new tutorial from SitniSati, learn how to use tyFlow Fluid Force to blow some maple leaves across the desert. Watch it now!
In Depth: Fireworks
June 25, 2019
Yes, the U.S. Independence Day is upon us once again! Whatever your country or holiday, here are some methods of creating some beautiful explosions in the sky with After Effects, CINEMA 4D, and other hosts. There are some great plug-ins out there for making fireworks too.
Octane Texture Pack 3 Tutorial
June 11, 2019
In this tutorial, Joren from The Pixel Lab shows you how to use the new Octane Texture Pack 3 Procedural Edition from Renderking.
FumeFX Thanos Portal for 3ds Max
June 11, 2019
This tutorial for the Thanos Portal comes from SitniSati, and is, of course, inspired by the Avengers Infinity War. Watch it now!
Understanding Metalness in PBR workflow with V-Ray Next
June 11, 2019
Chaos Group has added a Metalness parameter to the V-Ray standard material in an effort to better support a PBR workflow in V-Ray Next.
In Depth: 3D Renderers (Updated 7 June 2019) #3drenderer #redshift
June 7, 2019
There are so many renderers available out there, and how does an artist know what to choose? Although they really do the same thing, they work differently and have different results. Here is a breakdown of what the different renderers offer, not reviews, so you can decide which renderer is right for you.
In Depth: 8 Must-Have Plug-ins for Adobe After Effects
June 4, 2019
This is a question that I get quite a bit. It’s usually someone who is just out of college and getting started in the biz. They often use the phrase “the best bang for the buck”. Nobody wants to spend money on tools they will never use either. Because this field has some diversity, I’m breaking this into a multi-part feature for motion graphics in After Effects, visual effects in After Effects, editing, and more. Here are my picks must-have plug-ins for motion graphic artists using After Effects.
After Effects: Aura – Multiple Producers w/ 3D Layers
June 4, 2019
This tutorial will teach you how to use 3d layers to create multiple producer points in Rowbyte Aura for After Effects.
Cinema 4D Tutorial Roundup: Tips for Compositing 3D Renders into Live Footage
June 4, 2019
Making your 3D content look natural in a live-action shot can sometimes be challenging. It’s important to match elements in the shot, for example, the focal length, the angle, the lighting, the color grade, the grain, and all the rest.
After Effects: Aura Turbulent Noise Tutorial
June 4, 2019
Learn how to use the turbulent noise features in Rowbyte Aura for After effects to create stunning shapes with high frequency in 3D space.
Cinema 4D: Camera Animation 101
June 4, 2019
Aleksey Voznesenski from Ace 5 Studios shows you how to to make your Cinema 4D camera movements more natural looking, why you should use nulls, how to pick focal length, and more.
Oreo Commercial in RealFlow, Cinema 4D, Octane Render, Premiere Pro & After Effects
May 28, 2019
Arthur Whitehead explains his workflow for making Oreo cookie that splashes into some milk and caramel or liquid chocolate, made in RealFlow.
3D Title in Cinema 4D + Free Camera Animation Rig for Signal
May 21, 2019
Nick Campbell from Greyscalegorilla walks you through making a 3D movie title, created with Motext in Cinema 4D, Redshift and Greyscalegorilla tools.
Lightmap HDR Light Studio – #gettingstarted
May 21, 2019
Lightmap HDR Light Studio Pro Getting Started Tutorials is the first video to watch to learn the HDR Light Studio interface and features.