Render Farm Blog

Autodesk's Maya introduces the AI-powered Maya Assist tool, allowing users to complete common 3D modeling, animation, and scene manipulation tasks via natural language text prompts rather than traditional menus and commands.

This article compares Redshift and Octane for Cinema 4D, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses to help users determine the best fitting option.

Concerns about ethical artificial intelligence are on the rise. Recent work by researchers can protect artists’ images by tricking AI tools into seeing something other than the creator’s work.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between September and October 2023.

How the computer graphics industry and render farms can work towards a lower environmental footprint for a more sustainable future.

Music videos are integral to pop culture, blending visuals and music to tell captivating stories with stunning effects facilitated by computer graphics and render farm services.

Plasticity is a breakthrough NURBS modeling software that integrates many of the advantages of poly modeling. Its 1.3 update makes it an even more viable supplement to favorite DCCs.

At Unreal Fest 2023, Epic Games announced major changes to Unreal Engine’s license model for non-game projects like virtual production and visual effects.

NVIDIA's presentation outlined its groundbreaking advances to recent breakthroughs in real-time ray tracing and AI-accelerated graphics that are revolutionizing computer-generated realism.

Online render farms not only save you from missed deadlines but also minimize wear and tear on your workstation and maximize its longevity by relieving its components from lengthy, intensive rendering processes that generate excess heat.

In this article, we’re comparing Cinema 4D and Maya, two top 3D tools. Cinema 4D is known for motion graphics and a user-friendly interface, while Maya is notable in animation, VFX integration, and the full 3D pipeline.

This article explores the benefits and challenges of using Redshift, a fast rendering engine, and its integration with Blender, highlighting the community's experiences.

Discover how Jasmine Katatikarn, an experienced lighting artist, co-founded the Academy of Animated Art to empower 3D artists.

Blender's Animation 2025 roadmap outlines its plans for the character animation system, featuring faster, more intuitive and integrated tools for the future!

This article covers light types and parameters available in Redshift. We go over intensity falloff, soft shadows, temperature-based color controls, and more!

Read about Cinema 4D's incredible journey from humble beginnings to an indispensable creative tool. In this article, we’ll look at Cinema 4D’s beginnings, and how it has grown over the years.

Blender and Maya are both capable 3D animation tools that cater to artists in various circumstances. Read on to learn about their differences and discover which one is ideal for you.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between July and August 2023.

Render farms have enabled more filmmakers to access CGI, and maybe cause an overreliance on CGI due to studio budget and time constraints. Are we to blame?

We take a look at the many ways 3ds Max has evolved as software and its role in evolving the 3D industry.

3ds Max 2024 brings a host of new features and improvements. In this article, we’ll look at what’s new and how artists can utilize the changes in their workflows.

Cloud-based 3D rendering services have potential due to growing needs for 3D content. Quality infrastructure, fast workflows, and great support are keys to success.

Discover Cine-Maya-tography, where Autodesk's Maya revolutionized visual effects in films like Avatar and Jurassic Park. From its historical evolution to AI integration, explore the magic that empowers artists and shapes the future of cinema.

Maya's legacy and industry recognition make it the go-to software for stunning and immersive 3D character animation.

The article explores how quantum computing could revolutionize 3D design and rendering by performing calculations faster and more efficiently in the future.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between May and June 2023.

This article recounts Sabrina's experience of using a render farm to complete a complex animation project on time without sacrificing quality.

The transformative potential of 3D animation in multiple disciplines, aided by render farm services, makes learning more engaging, interactive, and accessible.

Bridging computer graphics and medicine, 3D CG and render farm services are elevating medical imaging, providing deeper insights for doctors and patients alike.

We'll be looking at how the new light-linking feature in Blender is empowering artists to create high-quality images while enabling faster render times on render farms.

Procedural asset generation is making its way into 3D CG workflows, and with the help of render farm services, it can greatly expedite production.

Building the ultimate workstation for 3D artists involves considering the hardware requirements for designing and rendering. GPUs, RAM, storage, cooling, power supply, case, and monitors are other key factors to consider for optimal performance.

3D billboards are creating attention-grabbing ads that are impossible to ignore. Learn more about them and how render farms are powering this CG advertising marvel!

Maxon's Redshift delivers fast and efficient results for complex 3D animation and VFX workflows. Join us as we explore the world's first GPU render engine!

This article explores the positive and negative impact of using render farm services on creativity in the context of 3D visualization and animation studios.

This article provides a guide to help those in the field of 3D computer graphics production navigate the cost-benefit analysis of using a render farm service.

Developments in virtual production are enabling new creative choices for artists and filmmakers across the world. We’ll look at how the technology is changing and how it affects artists.

3D graphics and render farms are changing advertising. With digital media, ads must quickly capture viewers’ attention, and 3D visuals are effective for showcasing products, visualizing concepts, and creating unique characters and situations. The possibilities are endless.

AI is revolutionizing 3D production and VFX, with platforms like WithPoly, Wonder Studio, NVIDIA Magic3D, Omniverse, and Kapnetix enhancing creativity and efficiency.

Discover how Cryptomattes save time & money in 3D rendering and on renderfarms by enabling precise control over individual objects & elements and speeding up post processing.

Cloud-based render farms provide scalable and cost-effective rendering for VR content creation, handling complex rendering processes that would otherwise require significant time and computing power on a local computer, enabling the creation of immersive visual experiences.

From look development, to rendering on a render farm service, we’re examining how USD makes collaborative workflows easier for artists and studios.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between March and April 2023.

In this article, we explore 3D rendering aesthetics, including common styles and techniques used to convey powerful messages and emotions, from realism in architectural visualizations to surrealism.

Learn how traditional art techniques are being applied to 3D rendering and how artists are using online render farms to create high-quality digital art. Find out the benefits and challenges of combining traditional and digital techniques and see case studies of successful artists who are doing just that.

As 3D continues to develop and innovate in exciting new directions, the role of render farms continues to grow as well.

The metaverse is set to become the next step in the evolution of the internet and the Omniverse is set to be a key player in the changes facing the 3D industry.

Meet the talented women shaping the digital world, pushing boundaries, and promoting sustainability in fashion, art, and more.

Blender 3.5 introduces VDM brushes, allowing for more complex shapes and modular approach to sculpting. Learn how to create and use VDM brushes in this article.

Our render farm now has NVIDIA RTX A5000 GPU & V-Ray GPU rendering support, offering enhanced rendering capabilities & faster turnaround times for creatives.

UDIMs maintain detail on your textures, streamline and provide flexibility to your texturing workflow. Learn more about UDIMs and how to set up UDIMs in Blender!

Collaboration is essential in the digital realm. For remote work, effective communication and sharing are crucial. Cloud render services simplify collaborative work, while being flexible and open-minded fosters growth.

Texel density is the key to uniformity, immersion and cost-effectiveness in 3D rendering. Read on to learn more about how to use it in Blender with the help of a nifty free addon!

Cinema 4D and online render farms dominate the Ident and OBB market, providing cost-effective and efficient solutions for creating complex 3D graphics and animations.

Cloud rendering services such as GarageFarm offer a flexible and cost-effective solution for interior designers to communicate their ideas to clients through images.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between January and February 2023.

We take a look at what digidoubles are: their role in filmmaking, how to make them, the role of render farms in making them, and what’s in store for them.

Cloud rendering uses remote servers for efficient rendering of 3D graphics and animations, making it a popular option for professionals needing quick and cost-effective results.

Learn how to best prepare your 3ds Max scenes for online rendering, how to submit them for rendering to the cloud, how to manage them, and then how to assemble the files. Once you begin using online render farms you’ll never go back to rendering locally.

Timely human support can be hard to find. But the experience that live human support offers is vital for quality service and worth consideration when choosing a render farm service.

Artificial intelligence offers tantalizing advancements to 3D production in general, while simultaneously threatening and benefiting 3D render farms in particular.

The world of fashion has undergone a transformation like never before. Read on to learn more about the possibilities brought about by Digital Fashion and cloud render services!

The use of 3D computer graphics and cloud render farms in the digitization of museum collections and heritage sites is changing the way we preserve and share cultural heritage. Read on to learn how!

Learn how Cinema 4D and After Effects integrate. Through Cineware blending the Cinema 4D and After Effects workflows is simple. Easily access cameras, lights, nulls, and passes through this wonderful tool. Also learn the differences between Cinema 4D Lite and Studio and which is best for your project.

A professional 3D artist describes render farms and when you might need one. Render farms can improve the quality, efficiency, and scalability of projects, making them ideal for Cinema 4D motion graphics and animation.

Learn how to avoid common Blender render farm pitfalls such as incorrect compositor output nodes, enabled render regions, and more. Maximize your animation success with our expert tips!

Blender has grown to become one of the most popular softwares around for archviz. In this article, we look at what it has to offer, and why it’s a great choice for architects, artists, and designers.

3D render farms democratize animation and VFX, allowing independent artists & small studios to produce unique content without building a render farm. With cloud render services, animation & VFX production are becoming more feasible for all.

Learn how to move cameras in Blender like a cinematographer using Cinepack Addon. Create cinematic camera moves, advanced camera rigs, constraints & drivers. Make your 3D animations more engaging and impactful. Improve your skills with our guide.

Gobo lights, a lighting technique used in Theater and Film, can add visual interest and depth to a scene. Learn how Gobo lights can help you as a 3D artist!

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between November and December 2022.

Blender, the popular open-source 3D software, has seen impressive growth and success thanks to its dedicated user community. These passionate users contribute to the development and improvement of the software, ensuring its continued success. Join the community and help shape the future of Blender.

Being a 3D architecture visualizer can be great — a perfect mixture of creative and technical. But, it can also be challenging. In this article, I'll look at both sides: the perks and the pitfalls.

Learn how Cinema 4D, Redshift and GarageFarm come together to make your end-to-end 3D workflow fun, fast, and worry-free. Cinema 4D offers innovative tools while Redshift provides you with high-quality renders and the ability to tailor your speed and performance to fit your needs.

While Cinema 4D can do wonders on its own, many amazing works owe their success to the amazing C4D plugins in the market. Find out more about some of the most popular and performing Cinema 4D plugins!

AI for CG artists is a two-edged sword, but it sure is helpful in conceptualizing designs! In this article, we'll go over an exciting new addon to help you generate some Blender render ideas!

Rendering can be expensive. Whether you're used to investing in your own rendering hardware or buying render credits for your favorite render farm, the appeal of free render farms can be irresistible.

Are you interested in the world of 3D rendering? Then it’s time to learn 3ds Max. It won’t be easy, but you’ll be glad you did. 3ds Max is the most versatile of the 3D software options; no matter where a 3D file starts and no matter where it ends, 3ds Max is by far the best for importing, editing, and exporting.

Beginner, intermediate or an advanced user, when it comes of creativity we all keep learning new tips and tricks to express our art. Never stop learning!

Is Maya for you? Is Maya easy to learn? Is Maya the best 3D software? Learn what Autodesk Maya can do and whether it’s the 3D software for you.

From feature films, to games and archviz, 3ds Max is one of the top 3D packages around. In this article, we highlight four of the best 3ds Max renderers for artists and studios using 3ds Max.

What is 3D rendering? What is the difference between 3D rendering and 3D modelling? This article aims to make important distinctions for the learning 3D artist.

The 3D animation process varies depending on what you specialize in, but the fundamental principles remain the same. If you're interested in trying your hand at different types of animation, read on!

What makes Cinema 4D one of the most versatile and flexible software solutions on the market, which creative industries decided to adopt, how they used its potential, and much more.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software released between September and October 2022.

While 3ds Max modeling features are the most robust, as a whole, Max is more limited than other tools. However, with a few plugins, it becomes the most powerful for creating photo-realistic scenes.

In today’s industry, how can a 3D artist succeed? Jad Fenergi argues that focusing on art and design fundamentals is a sounder approach to success than focusing on just mastering 3D tools.

Learn and compare the pros and cons of some alternatives to Cinema 4D – Blender, Houdini, and 3ds Max.

3D Artist Mel goes over his experience testing GarageFarm.NET and other farms as he prepares for a 3D animation project. We're happy to report that he ended up rendering with us!

GPU rendering has quickly become a staple of Maya workflows. But, as is the question with most tried-and-true methods, is GPU rendering worth the cost and effort?

Texturing in Cinema 4D shares a lot in common with other 3D software, and is just as important as part of the 3D artist's pipeline. Read on to learn some tips on C4D texturing.

How to optimize your 3ds Max files to bring render times down significantly, without sacrificing quality. In this article, we’ll break down tips for the project setup, render settings, a few tips on materials (briefly), and more.

Will AI image generation be the death of Art as a time-honored human practice and a means of livelihood? Read on to hear a 3D artist's take on the impending CG Artpocalypse.

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software we released between July and August 2022.

The latest Maya software updates are packed with long-awaited features and exciting additions to boot! Read on to learn what's in store in Maya 2023 and 2023.1!

If you use Cinema 4D and Blender, or collaborate with other artists and studios, Alembic can be your best friend. Learn to use Alembic to apply C4D's Jiggle Deformer on an animated pig from Blender!

Check out the features, fixes, and improvements to our render farm software we released between May and June, 2022.

In this article we go over a list of some of our favourite new features and improvements in Blender 3.2. Some well known, and some less talked about but equally important!

In this article, we take a look at how to use Light Groups on a scene rendered on our Blender render farm. You'll be able to access the files and follow along to learn about this game-changing feature

Learn about the differences between Cinema 4D and Blender to find out which software is for you.