The open-source interoperability standard for tools and management systems is the first to enter in the sandbox stage. It might be a fledgling project, but Foundry’s OpenAssetIO project holds great promise. Obviously, the Academy Software Foundation (ASWF) believes so, too, accepting it as a hosted project—the first to enter the Foundation in the sandbox stage, the … [Read more...] about Foundry’s OpenAssetIO is the newest ASWF hosted project
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Foundry makes a presence at Siggraph 2022
Virtual production, education, and open source will be among the areas of focused activity for the company. When it comes to developing new technology or bettering mainstays, Foundry is always working to improve solutions for the industry. At Siggraph 2022, the company will host a series of events focusing on the use of Nuke in virtual productions, education, look … [Read more...] about Foundry makes a presence at Siggraph 2022
Foundry updates Nuke line to Version 13.2
Infuses offerings with NDI, OTIO, and machine learning enhancements. When Foundry released Nuke 13.0 over a year ago, the company introduced a flexible machine learning toolset, a new Hydra 3D viewport renderer, and more. With the newly released Nuke 13.2—the last release in the 13 Series of the company’s node-based compositing software for the M&E industry—Foundry is … [Read more...] about Foundry updates Nuke line to Version 13.2
Foundry’s interview series discusses career paths across disciplines
Embarking on a new career path can be a testing process. Aspirants look for sage advice from leading professionals at the start of their career journey into technology. Foundry's recently launched series of video interviews Voices Behind the Tech highlights the career paths of the people who advance VFX, CGI, and animation technology. For more than 20 years, Foundry has been … [Read more...] about Foundry’s interview series discusses career paths across disciplines
Foundry releases Katana 5.0
The latest version follows Foundry’s interoperability drive and enhances collaboration. Foundry has released the latest update to its lighting and look development software Katana. Katana 5.0 features interoperability between Katana and Nuke, USD workflow improvements, Hydra render delegate support, improved network material workflows, etc. The most requested … [Read more...] about Foundry releases Katana 5.0
Latest Nuke update reveals improvements for the entire workflow
Several new features cross product lines and even company lines. The Foundry is widely updating its tools with a focus on interoperability. In the update for Foundry’s central compositing tool, there are the needs for how the company has integrated its key products. Nuke 13.1 has an improved 3D user experience, new UnrealReader node, and timeline upgrades. The company has also … [Read more...] about Latest Nuke update reveals improvements for the entire workflow
Foundry announces schedule for the second edition of virtual Foundry Live
Foundry is organizing one of its biggest online event of the year, Foundry Live, from March 15 to March 25. The event will showcase new innovations by Foundry, sneak peeks into the latest product developments, and more importantly the key trends in the VFX industry. Foundry Live is supported by Lenovo and AMD. This year’s virtual sessions will discuss the future of Look … [Read more...] about Foundry announces schedule for the second edition of virtual Foundry Live
Foundry releases Mari 4.7
Foundry has announced the latest update to Mari, Foundry’s tool for 3D texturing and paint. Mari 4.7 offers features like procedural mask workflow, improved shelf palette, extended post-process feature, new shader mode, node graph enhancements, etc. Foundry says that Mari can operate on many older, prior-generation systems. However, performance increases on newer, more advanced … [Read more...] about Foundry releases Mari 4.7
Engineering Emmy Award 2020 goes to Nuke
Last week, Foundry announced that Nuke, its popular node-based compositor, has been selected for an Engineering Emmy Award by the Television Academy. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the 72nd Engineering Emmy Awards ceremony will stream live on Emmys.com on October 29 at 5 pm PDT. Engineering Emmys are given to an individual, company, or organization for engineering … [Read more...] about Engineering Emmy Award 2020 goes to Nuke
Foundry teases Katana 4.0
The upcoming version puts powerful lighting tools right where artists want them. The Foundry’s Katana is a powerful tool for lighting and look development. Compared to so many tools used in entertainment content creation, it is a relatively young application. Foundry added Katana to its portfolio in 2011 through a deal with Sony Imageworks to package and further develop … [Read more...] about Foundry teases Katana 4.0