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Blender

🌎 blender.org

Blender is a free and open-source 3D creation suite that supports the entire 3D pipeline, including modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, and motion tracking. It is developed by the Blender Foundation, an independent public benefit organization, and is used for creating animated films, visual effects, art, and interactive 3D applications. The software is available on multiple platforms including Windows, MacOS, and Linux.

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Blender - Latest News and Updates

• Blender released Blender 4.3 Beta with major UI/UX improvements, Grease Pencil 3.0, and experimental Vulkan rendering on October 16, 2024.
• Blender released a free add-on for creating and customizing 3D maps in version 4.0 and newer, offering features like easy import, light presets, and rendering options.
• Blender has released the public beta of Blender 4.3, featuring a major overhaul of the Grease Pencil 3 toolset and updates to the Eevee and Cycles renderers.
• Aras and over a hundred speakers are presenting at Blender Conference 2024.
• Blender is being used by INDG to render product shots and turntables for their fashion clients, focusing on creating realistic fabric textures.

• Blender Foundation launched its first user survey on October 15, 2024, to gather insights on user demographics, workflows, and desired improvements.
• Lionel “Lio” Cloërec, Art Director at WAAAW studio, showcased his project 'MTFKZ' using Blender for 3D animations.

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