Importing characters into Unreal Engine can be a technical headache. Reallusion’s latest Auto Setup for Unreal v2.03 aims to make that process smoother. The update adds support for Unreal Engine 5.8 and fixes several issues involving eyelashes, HD Tearline, MetaHuman textures, and Physics Asset display. For artists using Character CreatorContinue Reading
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Poly Hammer has released a major update to its Character DNA addon. The free version now includes OpenRigLogic, an open-source system from Epic Games. This means artists can import and export MetaHuman DNA directly in Blender. They can also bring in face and body animations, bake rig data into Blender,Continue Reading
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the AI space (and let’s be honest, if you’re reading this, you have), you’ve probably noticed OpenAI just did something a little different. Instead of dropping another single “smartest model yet” and calling it a day, they released three models at once —Continue Reading
How AI-generated footage went from a curiosity in the corner of the timeline to a working tool on the studio floor. There was a time — not so long ago — when a Sora clip or a Runway render was something you shared because it was strange. A dog madeContinue Reading
Still Sketching Around Software Limitations? There’s a Better Way to Design. Every creative professional hits this wall eventually: the moment your ideas outgrow your tools. Maybe you’re a designer juggling vector illustrations, layout work, and photo editing across three different apps. Maybe you’re an illustrator tired of subscription software thatContinue Reading
The Intersection of Tradition and Innovation In the vibrant world of artistic expression, the fusion of traditional techniques with digital innovation is crafting new creative realms. From watercolor washes translated onto a digital canvas to clay sculptures seamlessly scanned into 3D environments, this convergence is redefining art production. Why ArtistsContinue Reading
In the evolving world of art, the boundary between traditional and digital mediums is increasingly blurred. Artists today effortlessly blend time-honored techniques with cutting-edge technology to craft unique masterpieces. The fusion of traditional art forms such as ink, watercolor, and clay with digital mediums is not just a trend—it’s aContinue Reading
Understanding the Creative Pipeline In the digital art world, understanding the creative pipeline is critical to achieving efficiency and quality. This involves leveraging optimal tools, knowing the sequence of processes, and employing tiered approvals and feedback loops. Software Stack Combinations That Work Choosing the right combination of software can improveContinue Reading
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