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Sep 6, 2011 Maxon Cinema 4D R13 Now Shipping!

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Maxon Cinema 4D R13 Now Shipping!

Today, MAXON announced the immediate availability of CINEMA 4D Release 13, the next generation of its industry- leading 3D motion graphics, visual effects, painting, and rendering software application. With all new character tools, integrated stereographic capabilities, stream-lined multi-artist collaboration and physical rendering, CINEMA 4D Release 13 builds on the company’s 25-year legacy of enabling digital content creators around the world to produce highly engaging content quickly and easily for a variety of industries.

Full Press Release Here

If you are currently on an active MSA with Maxon, you will get an automatic email with download information on how to get your copy of R13.  If you are not currently on an MSA, you will need to purchase the upgrade to Cinema 4D R13 from whichever version you’re currently on.  If you’d like a quote on the upgrade, contact us at 310-450-4000 x204.

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Oct 27, 2010 Free Cinema 4D & Bodypaint 3D Updates Released

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Maxon released a new software update for all users or Cinema 4D R12 and Bodypaint 3D R12 that can be downloaded directly via the Online Updater, or on the Maxon Website.  Here are some of the major fixes in this update.

These are the major improvements:

  • Image size for rendering increased to 128k x 128k pixels (64-bit only)
  • Image size for textures increased to 128k x 128k pixels (64-bit only)
  • Alpha-mapped objects now supported in Multi-Pass Depth, UVW and Normal channel
  • Axis Gizmo now properly supports world orientation
  • Support of Photoshop Big file format (PSB)
  • Preference Settings re-introduced (ctrl+click on Mac, Insert At, Paste At, Create New Object in View Center)
  • Output Color Profile can be chosen for Bake Texture
  • Improved Missing Textures dialog
  • Camera shader now supports film offset
  • Additional Python methods (CAPoseMorphTag, GetRelMin)
  • Vectorworks 2011 Support

Sep 1, 2010 MAXON Announces Immediate Availability of CINEMA 4D Release 12!

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Cinema 4D R12

New Version Extends Dynamics, Rendering, Scripting, Character Animation Capabilities and Company Introduces New Streamlined Product Offerings.

Friedrichsdorf, Germany, September 1, 2010 – MAXON Computer, a leading developer of professional 3D software, today announced the immediate availability of CINEMA 4D Release 12, the next generation of its highly-acclaimed professional 3D software application.

Key Highlights of CINEMA 4D Release 12 and More info.

Cineversity Live! Will be on the air twice a day this week – Wednesday, Thursday and Friday – to coincide with the launch of Release 12.

To view Cineversity Live visit http://live.cineversity.com/

Wednesday, Sept 1
11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET) – General Release Announcement
3 pm PDT (2200 GMT/ 0000 CET) – Rendering Features and Q&A
Thursday, Sept 2
11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET) – Dynamics
3 pm PDT (2200 GMT/ 0000 CET) – Release 12 Q&A
Friday, Sept 3
11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET) – New Character Tools and Deformers
3 pm PDT (2200 GMT/ 0000 CET) – Release 12 Q&A

Additionally, Cineversity Live! will be on the air every Wednesday for the rest of September:
Wednesday, Sept 8, 11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET)
Wednesday, Sept 15, 11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET)
Wednesday, Sept 22, 11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET)
Wednesday, Sept 29, 11 am PDT (1800 GMT/ 2000 CET)

Feb 10, 2010 Maxon Releases New Version of Cinebench

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Maxon has released a new version of Cinebench, which is a free software based on Cinema 4D that will benchmark your workstation. There is also an unofficial Cinebench 11.5 database online at www.cinebench-scores.com

CINEBENCH is a real-world cross platform test suite that evaluates your computer’s performance capabilities. CINEBENCH is based on MAXON’s award-winning animation software CINEMA 4D, which is used extensively by studios and production houses worldwide for 3D content creation. MAXON software has been used in blockbuster movies such as Spider-Man, Star Wars, The Chronicles of Narnia and many more.

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Motion Media Client Sabertooth Uses Autodesk 3ds Max to Deliver 3D CG Interactive Projects

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David Cullipher, founder and creative director, explains how the team at Sabertooth uses Autodesk 3ds Max to create interactive projects including HBO Go’s Game of Thrones interactive viewing experience and a US Army game called ‘At the Ready’.

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Weekly Inspiration: Wall Painted Animation

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Not much to say about this except that it is amazing and I can’t imagine how much time it took to prepare, animate and shoot this video. Well done and very unique.

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10 Great After Effects Tutorials from Vimeo

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Tutorials, tutorials, tutorials! There are so many tutorials online these days that it’s hard to sift through the bad ones to find anything worth while, so we did that for you! We compiled a list of the 10 Great After Effects tutorials to make things easy on you, cause that’s what we like to do.

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V-Ray Now Available with Support for 3ds Max 2013

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V-Ray Now Available with Support for 3ds Max 2013

The latest V-Ray update offers an extensive list of new features and improvements including:

• Support for 3ds Max 2013
• Support for motion blur (transformation and deformation) with V-Ray RT and V-Ray RT GPU
• Optimized interactive rendering using the NVIDIA CUDA™ architecture in addition to OpenCL
• New “Matte for reflection/refraction” option to the VRayWrapperMtl material and the V-Ray object settings
• Support for Ornatrix 2.0

The update is free to registered V-Ray for 3ds Max users and can be downloaded from the Chaos Group website.

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Realflow 2013 is Almost Here….

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RealFlow 2013 is almost here, and you can check out the awesome list of new features coming in 2013 and check out the simulation videos for some really amazing stuff.

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News/Press Releases


Autodesk Maya 2013 Announced!
Mar 27, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Autodesk has announced Maya 2013. Autodesk® Maya® 2013 software delivers practical toolsets to help facilities animation, visual effects, game design pipelines they need to address today’s challenging productions. Powerful new toolsets for dynamic simulation, animation, and rendering enhanced productivity that will help keep them on schedule and within budget. In addition, the Open Data initiative introduced in Maya 2013 helps facili it, content creators can work in parallel to finish faster and more easily handle the massive complexity requirements they face.

Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 Announced!
Mar 27, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Autodesk has announced 3ds Max 2013. Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2013 animation software delivers ActiveShade support in the NVIDIA® iray ® renderer; a new render pass system; and industry-leading interoperability with Adobe® After Effects® and Adobe® Photoshop® softtware. In addition, new motion graphics, 3D animation, and simulation tools empower artists to focus more on creative, rather than technical challenges.

Autodesk Softimage 2013 Announced!
Mar 27, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Autodesk has announced Softimage 2013. Autodesk® Softimage® 2013 animation software delivers powerful new creative toolsets and a new high-fidelity interactive environment. From the new CrowdFX simulation feature; to enhanced modeling, 3D animation, physics, and selection tools, Softimage 2013 helps artists create compelling content faster, while extended SDK customizability helps facilitate pipeline integration

Pixologic announces ZBrush 4R3
Feb 22, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Pixologic is pleased to announce the upcoming release of ZBrush 4R3.
This update includes new features and expands the features introduced in previous versions.

V-Ray for Softimage Now Available!
Feb 20, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Chaos Group announces V-Ray for Softimage, the newest addition to its suite of innovative rendering solutions.

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Architectural 3D Awards – Call for Submissions
Apr 27, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

CG Architect is presenting their annual Architectural 3D Awards this year and are looking for entries. The winner gets over $50k in prizes and will accept the award in Spain at the Mundos Digitales Conference 2012 in La Coruna. Good Luck!

Class: Nuke for After Effects Users in Seattle
Jan 31, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Motion Media & renowned NUKE Trainer Steve Wright head to SEATTLE on Feb. 10th, 2012 to bring you this unique Friday class that will explore and demonstrate the key features of Nuke as compared to After Effects, and equip attending artists with a basic understanding of Nuke’s powerful workflow.

3 Day Nuke Training with Steve Wright
Jan 18, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Motion Media & renowned NUKE Trainer Steve Wright bring you this unique Friday, Saturday and Sunday class that will explore and demonstrate the key features of Nuke and equip attending artists with a basic understanding of Nuke’s powerful workflow.

Webcast: Accelerate Your Post-Production Pipeline with Smoke for Mac
Jan 16, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Don’t miss this opportunity to see how Autodesk® Smoke® brings editing, color correction and motion graphics together in an all-in-one application. Smoke unifies visual effects and editing on the Mac so you can deliver professional quality results – quickly.

Content in the Cloud Conference @ CES 2012
Jan 5, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Register today for the CONTENT IN THE CLOUD Conference at CES, taking place on Wednesday January 11th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. You’ll get an insider’s tour of the many ways cloud computing is revolutionizing entertainment delivery, and come away with a deeper understanding of the impact of this technology on content distribution.

Updates/Upgrades


V-Ray Now Available with Support for 3ds Max 2013
May 8, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

V-Ray Now Available with Support for 3ds Max 2013

The latest V-Ray update offers an extensive list of new features and improvements including:

• Support for 3ds Max 2013
• Support for motion blur (transformation and deformation) with V-Ray RT and V-Ray RT GPU
• Optimized interactive rendering using the NVIDIA CUDA™ architecture in addition to OpenCL
• New “Matte for reflection/refraction” option to the VRayWrapperMtl material and the V-Ray object settings
• Support for Ornatrix 2.0

The update is free to registered V-Ray for 3ds Max users and can be downloaded from the Chaos Group website.

Update: Cinema 4D R13 & BodyPaint 3D
May 7, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

MAXON is always working to provide CINEMA 4D and BodyPaint 3D users with the best possible products. The free update of Release 13.058, which is available immediately, is a continuation of these efforts. This update is recommended for all R13 users. A detailed list of updated features can be found here.

Adobe CS6 Creative Cloud choosing the right licensing option
May 4, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Adobe cloud service debuts May 7th.  It is important to distinguish between the individual license designed only for an individual customer versus the corporate program called Team Ready designed for corporations purchasing for their staff members. Take a look at the diagram below for a clarifying your options and choice.  The individual licenses are not designed for corporate purchasing. They belong solely to the individuals and cannot be transferred or retained by the company should those individuals leave the company.

Your Adobe CS6 Upgrade Questions Answered
Apr 30, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Adobe is changing a lot about their upgrade policy with the release of Adobe Creative Suite 6 and we’re getting questions about what can be upgraded and how to actually get the free upgrade to CS6. So we thought we’d answer some of those questions for you…

Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 & Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2013 Extras
Apr 25, 2012 | No Comments | Read more →

Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 & Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2013 product enhancements, sample files, and extras available on the subscription center!



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