Latest articles by Paul Hatton
Cinema 4D: everything you need to know
Get started in Cinema 4D, the 3D modelling, animation and simulation software, with our pro 3D artist.
Skylum Luminar Neo 2023 review: New generative AI tools for editing photos
Take your creativity to a new high with generative AI features in Luminar Neo 2023.
The best rendering software
Create amazing images and videos with the best rendering software for Windows and Macs, for pros and beginners.
Houdini 20 review: surprisingly impressive new animation features
Our pro CG artist rates Houdini 20.
Houdini: everything you need to know
Houdini is the industry-standard VFX package that uses procedural nodes to generate incredible graphics.
Blender 4.0 review: still free to all, and still incredible
Good Optics Our pro 3D artist reviews Blender 4.0, testing its improved rendering capabilities and more; as ever it's free to all.
The best video editing apps in January 2025
Use the best video editing apps to edit video on your phone or tablet.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 review: An average laptop for a low intensity user
Super portable, but not good enough for graphic designers.
Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: stylish upgrade ideal for digital artists
A great all-rounder and a digital artists' dream.
Microsoft Surface Go 4 review: This new iteration is not built for creatives
A device that tries to be both a laptop and a tablet but ends up doing neither particularly well.
AMD just announced its best value GPU yet - the Radeon Pro W7700
The new AMD Radeon Pro W7700 promises to match Nvidia but costs less, what's not to love?
RailClone 6 review: makes CG scenes easy
Create 3D scenes and art easier with RailClone 6.
Unreal Engine 5: everything you need to know
Unreal Engine 5 is the real-time creation platform that has it all for game development, visualisation, and VFX.
How to get started in Twinmotion: 10 tips everyone needs to know
Get started in Twinmotion with these beginner tips.
Why I think this new AI motion-capture app has been worth the wait
Move One, the latest in AI motion-capture apps that converts videos into mocap data, impresses.
I create 3D art for a living, and Apple's M3 chip has made me rethink using a PC
Finally, an Apple laptop with real power.
Twinmotion 2023.2 review: poaches tech from Unreal Engine 5, and is better for it
Twinmotion 2023.2 now has Unreal Engine 5's Lumen and Adobe Substance 3D support - what's not love?
The new LG gram SuperSlim 15.6" is beautifully crafted but comes at a price
It's a thin, light and generally great all-rounder, but can it compete with MacBook Air?
There's a new AMD CPU in town: The Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series has arrived
This is the CPU that delivers it all for media, automotive and architecture industries.
Blender: everything you need to know
Our CG expert explains what Blender does and how to get started in the most advanced free and open-source 3D creation suite.
How to create braided hair in Blender
A step-by-step guide to creating braided hair using Braidify.
Unity: everything you need to know
Get started in Unity and create real-time 3D games and apps for entertainment, film, architecture, and more.
