Paul Hatton
Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine.
Latest articles by Paul Hatton
![The art of Cornelius Dämmrich; an astronaut stands in a sunny alley](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T5Z9tneeVdH9oprKhEVFZ9-320-80.jpg)
3D artist Cornelius Dämmrich says he "loses his mind" and "constantly burns out during projects"
By Paul Hatton published
Coping with with the stress of creativity.
![Lumion 2024 review; a scene from a modern home](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mvLneQSxG3heMXGQsFzAyU-320-80.jpg)
Lumion 2024: beautiful ray-trace renders at speed
By Paul Hatton published
The perfect renderer for Archviz?
![Motionbuilder 2025 review; a mech stands in a field](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BG2iKeQih7DEC4hnp5rStm-320-80.jpg)
MotionBuilder 2025 review: the addition of Pixar's USD is a game-changer
By Paul Hatton published
What's new in the leading game art animation software?
![Mudbox 2025 review; a cartoon model of a car in a garage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5LTCULsSrLGcLDz5YbSASP-320-80.jpg)
Mudbox 2025 review: can this niche ZBrush alt still compete?
By Paul Hatton published
New features continue to develop this novel 3D sculpting app.
![Using Blender Ocean to create a tranquil ocean scene](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R8Soe3UD6LJGDnWfr96ZjN-320-80.jpg)
How to use Blender to build a tranquil ocean setting
By Paul Hatton published
Paul Hatton loads up Blender Ocean to show you how to create a peaceful beach scene.
![MoonRay review; a cartoon panda](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FKk9XZuXwQTZo2kQHL6aKZ-320-80.jpg)
MoonRay review: DreamWorks Animations' superb rendering software is free for all
By Paul Hatton published
The 3D tools behind Kung Fu Panda 4 can now be yours.
![Photo AI 3.0 review; pixelated images cleaned up in an AI app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MPSDsxYDKE36FZDWn8bEGA-320-80.png)
Photo AI 3 review: denoising and upscaling that delivers unbelievable results
By Paul Hatton published
With an intuitive interface and amazing AI powered tools, Photo AI 3 will be very popular.
![Maya 2025 review; a 3d render of a dinosaur](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Hi8dUKMwiTtzyZ2TNNTtvn-320-80.jpg)
Maya 2025 review: lacks innovation but a solid update
By Paul Hatton published
Does this year's animation, modelling, simulation and rendering toolset impress?
![3ds Max 2025 review; a town house render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6w2PgNyRxHKAh8HG2sF8ke-320-80.jpg)
3ds Max 2025 review: a solid update but don't expect new tools
By Paul Hatton published
Workflow and speed improvements dominate.
![Marvelous Designer 2024 review; a close up of a 3D jacket](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pjL9JbNoERT3xniiQ2Qrkb-320-80.jpg)
Marvelous Designer 2024 review: now with improved Unreal Engine 5 support
By Paul Hatton published
Creating lifelike 3D clothes just became even easier.
![Best Unity plugins; prince of persia](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tBKmqJqnwLbw6BsgVHefF-320-80.jpg)
The best Unity plugins: we review the latest tools for game creators
By Paul Hatton published
Increase the quality of your games while saving time in the process.
![A digital artwork made using LightWave 2023](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H8yWR6FbYbybGGw27EWX95-320-80.jpg)
LightWave 2023 review: 3D software makes strong return
By Paul Hatton published
LightWave is back in the game thanks to a raft of new features, including an Unreal Engine bridge.
![Maxon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/u3GgdjrEjxrdjJqooHcY6G-320-80.png)
Maxon reveals impressive updates for Cinema 4D, Redshift and more
By Daniel John, Paul Hatton published
The entire Maxon One suite gets a look-in.
![Annibale Siconolfi art](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kY8Q6KjdK2kDNH8zzCaPs7-320-80.jpg)
Inside the art of Annibale Siconolfi
By Paul Hatton published
The Italian artist’s architectural background, the design philosophies behind his work, and why he’s a supporter of NFTs.
![AI filmmaking; a creepy old woman in a horror film scene](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PtXkNgazy7LpF9K24vk3oK-320-80.jpg)
AI filmmaking is frighteningly real - director Freddy Chávez Olmos explains how AI was used to make horror film BYE-BYE
By Paul Hatton published
AI for filmmaking is a reality.
![3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vr6odffpLjamNRY2qXfDUL-320-80.jpg)
3DMakerPro Seal 3D Scanner review: highly accurate entry level scanner
By Paul Hatton published
This keenly priced 3D scanner boasts one of the best levels of single-frame accuracy around.
![HP Omen 16](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3j4z7fuh93sSYzQcu7sjuf-320-80.jpg)
HP Omen 16 review: a mid-range gaming laptop with a great display
By Paul Hatton published
The HP Omen 16 is a laptop that looks great but lacks serious gaming power.
![ASUS Vivobook Pro 16](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zy8Dc2XkdLYUv7xUvvim6e-320-80.jpg)
ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 review: budget-friendly laptop for creatives
By Paul Hatton published
The Vivobook Pro 16 has a gorgeous OLED display with excellent hardware to back it up.
![Philips 27E1N1300AE monitor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tuMZ9CzdVJ57jjcqjmV4p7-320-80.jpg)
Philips 27E1N1300AE review: beautiful IPS monitor with USB-C connectivity
By Paul Hatton published
Philips have made a crisp, bright, and responsive LCD with a gorgeous design and an attractive price tag.
![3DMakerpro Mole 3D Scanner](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3hoo9HuwNQiiFMDKfUVM3V-320-80.jpg)
3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner review: Great accuracy, even better tracking
By Paul Hatton published
An affordable consumer-grade 3D scanner with a tonne of optional accessories.
![ZBrush, everything you need to know; digital sculpting and painting of elephant in ZBrush and Photoshop by Rob Brunette](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kaYxy9BJVzW5wLWGkb98Ee-320-80.jpg)
ZBrush: everything you need to know
By Paul Hatton published
Get started in ZBrush, the 3D sculpting and painting app, with our pro 3D artist.
![An image generated by Sogni AI](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t6DbBncMe25gq2UKshVMiL-320-80.jpg)
Sogni AI review: AI image generator app has potential, also frustrations
By Paul Hatton published
Sogni AI can generate some good images, but the learning curve is steep.
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