OpenScatter is a free and open-source Blender add-on developed by May3D that offers advanced object scattering capabilities for 3D artists.
VMDO won the another AIA Architecture award with SketchUp
In 2024, VMDO’s project proudly received three AIA Architecture Awards. Let’s explore how SketchUp played a role in this success.
Facial Rigging with shape keys with Blender
Facial rigging is an essential step in 3D character animation, allowing animators to create realistic expressions and movements. One of the most effective methods for facial rigging in Blender is using shape keys. Shape keys provide a straightforward way to deform a mesh by interpolating between different predefined positions, making them particularly useful for facial expressions and lip-syncing.
In this article, iRender will explore the process of facial rigging with shape keys in Blender, its advantages, and best practices for achieving natural and expressive results.
Solving movies or photos not being saved by Lumion
Lumion is a popular rendering software which is developed by Act-3D, used for rendering images, panoramic pictures, and animations. Sometimes when working on Lumion, you may encounter issues such as movies or photos not being saved although you have set the output path. Today we will take a look at the problem and how to solve it.
Five rendering software tricks to improve your render result
In the world of digital artistry, architecture visualization, and animated films, the quality of rendered images can make a substantial difference in the effectiveness and appeal of a project. As rendering software advances, so does the complexity and potential of its outputs. By using effective strategies and tricks, artists and designers can significantly improve the result of their renders. This guide will explore five essential rendering software tricks that can enhance visual quality, optimize workflow efficiency, and ultimately elevate your final output.
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D5 Render: Must-know tips and tricks
D5 Render has become a powerful tool for creating high-quality architectural animations with real-time rendering capabilities. To elevate your animation workflow, here are some key tips and tricks to enhance realism, efficiency, and visual impact.
Japanese Oni Demon Created with ZBrush & Substance 3D Painter
The recent creation of a Japanese-style Oni demon by artist Timothe Fontaine, renowned for his contributions to the horror game “Dead by Daylight.”
Game Environment Modeling – Things you should know
The game environment makes the game feel immersive and enjoyable. Let’s see all information essential for creating a game environment.
Choosing the Right GPU for Blender Rendering in 2025
The best graphics cards are the beating heart of any rendering PC, and everything else comes second. Especially for rendering artists, they always pay attention to the graphics card to best serve their creativity. Blender is totally free, incredibly flexible and easy-to-use software leading the technology industry. For the rendering process to go smoothly, you will need to find the best GPU. A robust GPU can greatly enhance your ability to craft realistic and intricate models, textures, and animations. It also accelerates rendering times, allowing you to expedite your workflow.
However, how to find a quality GPU with a reasonable price and take advantage of the power of GPU in rendering? Let’s explore with iRender how to choose the right GPU for Blender rendering in today’s article!
New updates in D5 Render version 2.10
In February 2025, Dimension 5 has released D5 Render version 2.10 with many updates. Some important ones are adding support for real-time path tracing, new automated 3D city generator, and updates to the night sky system and weather effects.
