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3D
Apps For Modelling, Rendering & Animation
Maya -
high-end software and the choice of many professional users
3D Canvas - there
are three
different levels of this app available
Anim8or
- one of the most popular
freeware 3D animation tools available
Art Of Illusion - free open-source
Java modelling and rendering studio
3DS Max -
still one of the
leading applications for 3D game and film work
Blender
- fully integrated suite
for modelling, rendering and animation
Truespace - quality software
with a great interface and strong following
Carrara Studio - packed with features but at a
more reasonable price
Merlin 3D
- this product boasts
professional 3D features at a desktop price
EI Animation
System - high quality software for professional results
Animation Master
- popular software
that rivals much more expensive options
K-3D
- free modelling / animation
system, compatible with Aqsis render engine
LightRay 3D
- modelling, animating
and rendering application for Windows
Cinema 4D
- this has to be one of
the best all-round packages available!
LightWave 3D
- this package continues
to be one of the top professional 3D apps
Now3D
- another freeware modelling
program with raytracing visualization
Open FX
- open-source 3D modeling,
animation and rendering suite
RealSoft 3D
- full-featured 3D modeling,
rendering and animation software
Houdini Master - Select
- Escape - Halo
- high-end software for professional users
SoftImage XSI - SoftImage
3D - high-end professional modelling and rendering
Packages
For Modelling Only
Curvy3D
- easy to use sculpting package ideal for non-technical artists
form.Z
- developers of this "3D
form synthesizer" modelling package
MilkShape 3D
- create and edit models
for games like Quake and others
3D Software Object Modeller
- create 3D models from photos
Hexagon - highly intuitive tools
for modelling and refining 3D creations
3DMatrix
- modeller that functions
as standalone or ingegrates with other apps
Shade - interesting modelling
package which will be of interest to Poser users
Amorphium
Pro - ideal for anyone needing to do more organic modelling
Voxel3D
- create 3D models easily
by using a simple 2D painting technique
Nendo - well designed
modelling package which has inspired other apps
MarbleClay
- get the beta version
of this neat modelling package here
Metasequoia
- a nice polygon
modeler for 3DCG and game development
Silo - a next generation
production quality 3D modelling program
Nurbana
- a well-supported freeware
3D NURBS modelling tool
Pixels 3D
- an impressive 3D NURBS
modelling package
ZBrush - fantastic organic modeller which
is ideal for character work
Rhinoceros
- a very powerful modelling
application with a strong following
iModeller 3D - automatically
create 3D objects from photographs
Wings 3D
- excellent freeware modeller
packed with features and easy to use
Specialist
Add-On Renderers
3Delight
- fast RenderMan compliant renderer, free for non-commercial
use
Aqsis
- a free RenderMan compatible
OpenSource REYES renderer
RenderDotC - a world class photorealistic
renderer designed for film effects
Kerkythea - another
rendering system for Windows and Linux
Pixie
- a photorealistic renderer
that uses a RenderMan-like interface
AIR
- advanced 3D renderer with
unique architecture and extensive features
Various
Other General 3D Tools
Elefont - Spiralizer
- two nice free packages to help you create 3D objects
Blacksmith3D
- home to the 3D morphing and painting software
Cabinet Vision
- specialist software
for designing kitchen layouts
Mystica
- generate 2D fractal images
and explore them in a 3D environment
Oxygen
- a quick and easy 3D object
generator with add-on modules available
Shape Magic
- create models for
Bryce, Vue, Poser and other 3D programs
Genesis
- a fully functional and
freeware realtime 3D editor
SketchUp - powerful
yet easy program aimed at the conceptual stages of design
Xara 3D
- a nice and simple 3D text
package for your basic needs
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