Hugo Guerra — Director, VFX Supervisor, YouTuber, & Podcaster
Chaos
APRIL 22, 2024
Multi-talented director and VFX supervisor Hugo Guerra tells Chris how he balances his day job with running a YouTube channel and recording the VFX Notes podcast.
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Coming soon: V-Ray for ARM
Chaos
APRIL 18, 2024
Powering the renders of the future: V-Ray is set to take advantage of the reduced power consumption and uncompromising performance of ARM-based CPUs.
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The state of AI in architecture: new insights from 1,200+ architects
Chaos
APRIL 18, 2024
With AI poised to take over almost everything, we asked architecture professionals worldwide about how they’re using it and the new challenges it presents.
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Watch the Chaos Unboxed: Accelerating Creativity panel talk
Chaos
APRIL 18, 2024
How can new technology help push creative boundaries and tell stories? Join industry leaders for an in-depth panel discussion on the future of archviz and design.
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An introduction to V-Ray Profiler: Examine render times and optimize performance
Chaos
APRIL 12, 2024
Discover V-Ray Profiler and learn how it can help optimize rendering performance and become an essential tool in your projects.
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Why choose Corona: 5 features for easy, stunning renders
Chaos
APRIL 11, 2024
Discover how Corona's features can simplify your workflow, meet client demands, and make your portfolio stand out with stunning photoreal renders.
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Doug Trumbull, Joe Kosinski & Tim Miller Revisited
Chaos
APRIL 8, 2024
In this flashback episode, directors Doug Trumbull, Joe Kosinski, and Tim Miller talk about getting “Brainstorm,” “Tron: Legacy,” and “Deadpool” off the ground.
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Alex Yolov & Gosho Genchev — Product Managers, V-Ray for Maya & Houdini
Chaos
APRIL 5, 2024
Chaos Product Managers Alex Yolov and Gosho Genchev on how MaterialX has been added to V-Ray for Maya and Houdini, and what it means for artists and workflows.
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What is Project Arena? Go behind the scenes of Chaos’ virtual production tech
Chaos
APRIL 5, 2024
Chaos’ Head of Innovation Vladimir Koylazov and CTO Mihail Sergeev on how Project Arena’s ray tracing could transform virtual production workflows for LED walls.
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3D furniture rendering: everything you need to know
Chaos
APRIL 4, 2024
Join Ricardo Ortiz for the ultimate guide to 3D furniture rendering and discover comprehensive insights and expert techniques so you can explore, create, and innovate.
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4 free websites to download architecture scale figures
Chaos
MARCH 28, 2024
Discover where to find free scale figures and master their use to enhance spatial understanding and convey emotion, creating impactful visual stories.
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Enscape 4.0 is here! Discover the latest version
Chaos
MARCH 27, 2024
This version unifies the Enscape experience for macOS and Windows users. Plus, new people and vegetation assets, NVIDIA denoiser for capture exports, and more.
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What’s new in Chaos Vantage 2, update 3
Chaos
MARCH 27, 2024
More realism in real-time with support for V-Ray Blend Materials, and amplify your creative control in post-production with the new Multi Matte render element.
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Julian Levi — VFX Producer, “The Creator”
Chaos
MARCH 25, 2024
Creating “The Creator:” esteemed VFX Producer Julian Levi reveals how Gareth Edwards’ talents as a director came to light while making this gritty sci-fi epic.
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Small scale, big heart: making a music video for Emicida
Chaos
MARCH 22, 2024
Pedro Conti kept it simple in this video for Brazilian rapper Emicida’s “Acabou, mas tem…” Find out how V-Ray for 3ds Max’s features helped realize the project.
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Tom Grimes — Product Manager, Chaos Corona
Chaos
MARCH 19, 2024
Chaos Corona product manager Tom Grimes talks about what makes the renderer popular among archviz artists and reveals some of the features in the pipeline.
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Elevate your archviz with tile patterns in V-Ray for 3ds Max
Chaos
MARCH 13, 2024
Learn how to create a mesmerizing tile pattern in V-Ray for 3ds Max using the Enmesh modifier and V-Ray GPU. Join us as we create, scatter, apply materials, and render with speed-boosting texture caching.
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Creating a welcoming living room in V-Ray for SketchUp
Chaos
MARCH 12, 2024
Improve your design skills by creating a cozy living room design in V-Ray for SketchUp with expert guidance from Chaos 3D artist Anastasia Zhivaeva.
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Tram Le-Jones — Vice President Solutions - Creative, Backlight
Chaos
MARCH 11, 2024
Former Hollywood VFX producer Tram Le-Jones on how she’s improving workflows and making artists’ and producers’ lives easier with Backlight’s ftrack software.
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Chaos Releases Vantage 2, a Standalone Real-Time Ray Tracer for Archviz and VFX
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Instant Scene Variations, Deforming Geometry and Render Elements Power Biggest Update Yet
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Joshua Lastine Esq. — Founder, Lastine Entertainment Law
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Entertainment Lawyer Joshua Lastine shares his perspective on the legal implications of AI, the WGA strike, deepfakes and digital humans, and streaming services.
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Now in Chaos Vantage: anima 3D human characters
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
With Vantage 2’s full compatibility with AXYZ design’s anima 3D, it’s never been quicker or easier to add a realistic human dimension to your archviz projects.
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How to create stunning 3D renders with the ZOË technique
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Explore the world of 3D through the eyes of Mike Campau and marvel at his bold designs created by a technique that nurtures creative instincts.
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Michelle Munson — CEO & Co-Founder, Eluvio
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Michelle Munson revolutionized file transfer with Aspera. Now she’s launched Eluvio, a Web3 content delivery system that will power the future of streaming video.
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AXYZ design, developer of realistic 4D animated humans, joins Chaos
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Digital human software company AXYZ design is a go-to for realistic people in archviz and design. Now, we’re proud to announce it’s become part of Chaos.
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Chaos Acquires AXYZ design and Its 4D Animated Human Technology for Archviz
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Industry-Standard for 4D Animations and Neural Crowds Joins Chaos’ Professional 3D Ecosystem for Architects and Designers
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Power up your simulations with Chaos Phoenix 5, update 2
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Chaos’ fluid dynamics software now packs support for 3ds Max and Maya 2024, plus all-new features and optimizations for faster and more versatile simulations.
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Turning interior design dreams into reality with Wayfair's Digital Design Studio
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Step into a world of endless design possibilities with Wayfair's Digital Design Studio – an interactive and fun way to shop all things interior.
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Terrence Masson — Chair, SVA MFA Computer Arts
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Educator Terrence Masson talks about what his students learn in his exciting MFA and shares his incredible experiences in the VFX industry’s formative years.
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Pursuing realism: achieving incredible archviz with V-Ray and Vantage
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Read this article to learn how Raying, a Chinese architectural visualization studio, utilizes V-Ray and Vantage to create photorealistic images and videos.
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butic students' impressive renders for the 13th Annual Rookie Awards
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Enter a world of vibrant and inspiring 3D creations as we showcase the impressive Rookies entries of butic The New School's students.
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Hanno Basse — CTO, Digital Domain
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
From Thanos to She-Hulk: Digital Domain’s Chief Technology Officer reveals how machine learning and real-time rendering are transforming the VFX industry.
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Simeon Balabanov — Product Manager, Chaos Vantage
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Chaos’ real-time ray-traced photorealistic rendering engine has just hit its second iteration. Product Manager Simeon Balabanov discusses what’s new in Vantage 2.
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The sky’s the limit: talented student on interning with Chaos' Innovation Lab
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Computer graphics student Martin Mirbauer got hands-on with software development during his internship with Chaos’ Innovation Lab. He shares his experiences.
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Vladimir Koylazov — Co-Founder & Head of Innovation, Chaos
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Chaos co-founder Vlado discusses Vantage 2 and virtual production, and shares his vision for the artificial intelligence-powered future of computer graphics.
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Halsey Burgund — Artist & Technologist
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Artist Halsey Burgund’s “Moon Disaster” uses a digital Nixon to deliver an alternative moon landing speed. He tells Chris more about this fascinating project.
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How to create your first render with V-Ray for SketchUp
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
V-Ray for SketchUp makes it easy to create great renders. In this tutorial, expert Ricardo Ortiz will talk you through your first steps with this software.
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Eric Durst & Matt Whelan — VFX Supervisors, “Five Days at Memorial”
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
VFX veterans Eric Durst and Matt Whelan on helping create the invisible effects that would earn Apple TV+ miniseries “Five Days at Memorial” an Emmy nomination.
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Creating photoreal interiors with V-Ray for Cinema 4D
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Need some pointers on how to improve your interiors in V-Ray for Cinema 4D? Follow this helpful advice, and you’ll be on your way to creating a space that dazzles.
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Andrew MacDonald — VFX Creative Director/Supervisor/Flame Artist
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
From fear and loathing in Wales to happiness and contentment in a Flame bay: VFX veteran Andrew MacDonald reflects on an incredible career in film and ads.
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V-Ray VFX & Animation Showreel 2023
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Grab your popcorn and enjoy the latest and greatest works of VFX magic, crafted by talented V-Ray and Phoenix artists from around the globe.
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9 steps to achieving stunning interior lighting in V-Ray for 3ds Max
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
Illuminate your interior renders and craft compelling visual stories by following our simple 9-step guide to creating stunning lighting in V-Ray for 3ds Max.
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How we made Chaos Scatter — and where it's going next
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
V-Ray Product Specialist Petya Georgieva explains how the latest version of Chaos Scatter will make it even easier to populate scenes with multiple objects.
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James MacLachlan — VFX Supervisor, “Ted Lasso”
Chaos
MARCH 5, 2024
“Ted Lasso” VFX supervisor James MacLachlan reveals how the hit Apple TV+ show used invisible effects to create realistic Premier League soccer matches.
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