LightWave v9 Overview |
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Looking
for a 3D animation system? There are many out there, from super simple
to those built for rocket scientists, but what you need is a program
that works the way you do. Smart and efficient. A program that's intuitive and responsive. Powerful enough to tackle any job, yet simple enough to be mastered by a single artist.
At
NewTek, our goal is to develop cutting-edge and feature-rich products
which allow ordinary people to do extraordinary things. We have a
history of revolutionizing the industry with powerful, easy to use
tools that work like you do - and don't break the bank in the process.
It is our mission to make it realistic for you to realize your dreams,
no matter where they take you, from architectural visualization, to
independent production and major studio visual effects.
"The ponint is, the entire program received a good tune and those areas you
texture and render monkeys use is where you will see the greatest benefit.
Your renders will render faster, look better and give you more options.
It's one hell of an upgrade."
Kevin Quattro, CG Supervisor, CSI: Miami
Visual Effects Artist, Battlestar Galactica, Firefly, Serenity
You'll find LightWave is the most complete and robust 3D system right out of the box anywhere at any price.
It is a thriving, dynamic system, ever evolving to meet the needs of
our users. We work closely on a day-to-day basis with LightWave artists
so that we know exactly what you are trying to accomplish. The
LightWave renderer is first class, best in show and infinitely easier
to set up and use than any other, not to mention the fact that
unlimited render nodes are free!
We take great pride in the fact that LightWave artists have won more Emmy Awards
than those using any other package. We are proud of the fact that our
user community is the most passionate, most active and most helpful in
the industry. LightWave is more than a 3D program, it is a business, it
is an art form, it is a film, it is a game, it is realistic, it is
cartoonish, it is moving, it is still... it is whatever you make of it.
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LightWave is well established as a 3D workhorse. Its native
rendered is unparalleled and serves as the centerpiece in the
production pipeling of many facilities both large and small. Render nodes are free
and set up is quite straightforward. LightWave Modeler excels both as a
subdivision surface and a polygonal modeler, fast, efficient and again,
straightforward in functionality. In addition, an industry leading
node-based texturing and shading system allows you to create any look
you desire - quickly and easily.
For the individual artist,
or artists working in small groups:
LightWave
is your entry point into a whole new world. You get a ton of cool and
useful features right out of the box that puts the competition to
shame. No "unlimited" this or "advanced" that, no up sell and no extras.
Everything you need is in the box when you buy. Of course, there are
many cool third-party add-on products available, some freebies, and
some not, but the point is, you can get a long way before you may need
any. And, with free render nodes, LightWave grows with your business,
and you.
For the studio pipeline:
LightWave has long been a mainstay in production studios, creating fantastic effects for major blockbuster movies, such as 300, The Guardian, The Da Vinci Code, Pan's Labyrinth and The Aviator,
to name a few. LightWave works along side other 3D applications and
compositing programs to help produce results in the studio pipeline.
LightWave's open formats make integration into the pipeline a
straightforward process. In television, LightWave leads the way with
shows such as CSI: Miami, CSI: NY, Battlestar Galactica, Drive
and many others. Here too, LightWave integrates into the pipeline,
delivering fantastic results much more quickly than any other solution.
Many
projects have long been rendered, in whole or in part, and with the
improvements in the latest version, this trend is accelerating. That,
and effectively unlimited free render nodes, makes this possible. Try
pricing out your budget with more than 10 render nodes, and you will
see what we mean!
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