The only downside was that not all of the main desktop functionalist was present, but Maxon is already adding new features. It's added the popular ZModeler brush along with other features from the desktop version of the software to allow 3D artists to do more on the go within the intuitive touch-optimized ZBrush for iPad UI.
ZModeler is ZBrush's powerful polygonal modeling tool, which allows 3D artists to create and modify hard-surface models, offering tools for tasks like extruding, bridging, beveling, and box modeling. Its addition to the iPad version of the software means it's now possible to use the app for advanced sculpting anywhere.
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The update includes Nanomesh for iPad, allowing artist to seamlessly populate mesh polygons with multiple models , making it easier to generate intricate game and VFX assets. There's also now UV Master for iPad, offering a one-click solution for unwrapping 3D models and easier texture mapping and use of Surface Noise, Texture Maps, IMM brushes with UVs, and displacement mapping for game-ready assets and intricate sculpting details.
3D digital art by Tien Fu created in ZBrush (Image credit: Tien Fu)
The desktop version of ZModeler has also come in for a few updates, with the addition of new presets, improved Insert Edge Loop snapping controls, and an enhanced selection mode.
Work by Julio Benavides made using ZBrush (Image credit: Julio Benavides)
Maxon's announced a few updates in other programs too. Its 3D modeling, animation, simulation, and rendering software Cinema 4D gets new spline tools and enhanced simulation capabilities to allow motion designers to create more dynamic and complex graphics with greater control.
Meanwhile, Maxon's expanding its Red Giant plugin for DaVinci Resolve to add authentic lens flares based on real-world lens properties, an Optical Glow effect for neon signs and sci-fi visuals and Magic Bullet Looks for colour correction. Maxon Studio has over 100 new customisable motion graphics and effects templates, including optimized vertical layouts for social media content.
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