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Tonkinart - Timing is everything

If you know of an Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya, or Autodesk Softimage artist whose work and contribution to 3D computer graphics deserves recognition, nominate them for an Autodesk Master Award.

Nomination deadline: September 1st, 2010
Selection process begins: January 31st, 2010 (AREA community and panel of judges)
Awards announced: 3December Event, 2010
Remember, the names of those nominated in previous years may be put forward again.

3D Art Gallery update by:

Mele - UF1

Buy Bryce 6 at 65%* off and get Bryce 7 Pro free!

Image courtesy of David Brinnen

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Ralph Manis - Citadel 7

Autodesk has released Softimage 2011, packing a variety of changes, ranging from core application enhancements to new features that should improve your workflow greatly.

Autodesk Softimage software is a high-performance 3D character animation and visual effects application. Softimage enables artists to use intuitive, nondestructive workflows to create stunning character animation and effects. The unique, multithreaded Softimage GigaCore architecture and innovative tools like ICE (Interactive Creative Environment) and the Autodesk Face Robot facial animation toolset extend an Autodesk Maya software pipeline. Now you can more quickly and easily create detailed simulated effects, advanced character rigs, and lip-synced facial setups.

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The new amazingly versatile figure from Daz3D

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This tutorial will covers some of the interesting steps of producing the Blood elf  image. Starting with what sparked the idea, and covering the modeling, texturing, rendering and compositing parts. Ziv also shares a few tips and tricks as he shows you the process.

3D Art Gallery updates by:

Adrian Tiba - Chevrolet Camaro 1969

The Vue 8.5 PLE is a fully functional version of Vue 8.5 xStream/Infinite. With the PLE, users can:

* Create complete projects
* Save their work and export to other applications
* Render stills and animations without size/length limit
* Experience Vue’s power directly inside Max/Maya/Softimage/LightWave/Cinema4D
* Learn at their own pace (the PLE never expires)!

The Personal Learning Edition ships with a wide selection of Vue presets, as well as the complete PDF Reference manual.

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Click here to download the Vue 8.5 PLE