Take a peek at Maxwell Render 3.1

The Maxwell Render V3.1 early build is now available now for testing! Full release will be within the next few weeks and the update is free for all V3 users. To access the early build area you must be signed into the forum first, then go to www.maxwellrender.com/betas. What’s new in V3.1? Spotlight emitters to mimic … Read more

New Update for V-Ray 2.0 for Rhino

A new update to V-Ray 2.0 for Rhino is now available. In addition to other refinements, Chaos have made code optimisations to improve the general performance of V-Ray for Rhino. Refinements include: Performance improvements that speed up DR renders Relative paths are now supported for bitmap textures Improved batch render tool for easier use Sun Modify Light … Read more

Shaderlight Now Supports SketchUp 2015

Following the release of SketchUp 2015, ArtVPS have now announced the release of a Shaderlight update that fully supports both 32 and 64 bit options of SketchUp. If you are an existing Shaderlight 2014 customer then you will be able to download the update for free. Simply install the latest version and your existing license will activate the new … Read more

When will V-Ray be Compatible with SketchUp 2015?

At the time of writing (6th Nov. 2014), the current version of V-Ray for SketchUp does not officially support SketchUp 2015. However, Chaos are in the final testing phases of an update which will include support for the new version including a 64bit version of V-Ray for SketchUp to match the new 64bit version of SketchUp. Although we … Read more

New Features in Vectorworks 2015

Vectorworks Graphics Module Vectorworks 2014 introduced you to its very own Vectorworks Graphics Module (VGM). With Vectorworks 2015, the VGM brings the fun back to your modelling experience with great performance, stability, and unmatched graphical control. • Wireframe and Planar Graphics Improvements (F, A, L, S, D) Enjoy faster wireframe rendering and planar graphics, as well … Read more

V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp Service Pack 2

The V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp Service pack 2 is now available for download at the Chaos Group Downloads page. This is a free update for all current V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp users. What’s New in V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp SP2? • V-Ray Express: Users can easily access more than 200 materials and interchangeable lighting setups … Read more

What’s New in form•Z 8 Pro?

Join AutoDesSys for this webinar featuring the exciting new features of form•Z 8 Pro. The new subdivision modeling tools in form•Z 8 Pro add a whole new dimension in free form organic modeling. These new form creation capabilities expand upon form•Z’s already powerful modeling tools with interactive onscreen controls that offer a whole new way to … Read more