Latest articles by Paul Hatton
Optics 2024 review: powerful set of tools for taking your images to the next level
Good Optics Optics 2024 is a Photoshop plugin and standalone app for adding breathtaking cinematic effects to your images.
Behind the art: interview with Pedro Conti
The animation specialist discusses his career path and favourite projects.
3ds Max 2024 review: a surprisingly fresh annual release
Our expert's 3ds Max 2024 review reveals a new release that truly improves on this 3D software.
Revopoint INSPIRE 3D Scanner review: impressively specced entry-level scanner
3D, 4 stars Can the Revopoint INSPIRE 3D Scanner cement itself as the go-to scanner for beginners and enthusiasts?
Maxon Cinema 4D 2024 review: new pyro features and more efficient working
4D, almost 4 stars Cinema 4D extends its simulation capabilities with new pyro features and claims to be twice as quick as previous versions.
Unreal Engine 5.3 review: continuing to redefine game development
Unreal quality We take a look at the new features of the award-winning Unreal Engine 5.3 and whether it’s worth making the upgrade.
Adobe Photoshop 2024 review: AI is here to stay
AI like it Photoshop 2024 enables you to create new and varied images by expanding the background of your images.
RenderMan 25 review: a small update with one amazing tool every 3D artist will love
The same 3D tools as Pixar uses, RenderMan 25 remains an eye-catching draw.
Maya 2024 review: lacks eye-catching new features
Autodesk's Maya is still a great animation package, but this year's update is found lacking.
Unreal Engine and Unity: why you need to learn a game engine
Unreal Engine and Unity use is on the rise in all areas of art; why and how to learn a game engine.
Blender 3.5 review: smart upgrades signal a bright future
Paul Hatton believes Blender 3.5's new features signal a bright future for this free 3D art software.
BlackMagic Fusion Studio 18 review: incredible filmmaking and game-dev tool
Fusion power Fusion, now at version 18, offers a powerful node-based VFX and compositing workflow that packs a mighty punch.
LumaFusion for iOS review: multicam editing gives video app a pro toolset
A video Lumanary Can LumaFusion for iOS fight with the big guns, Da Vinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro and Premiere?
DaVinci Resolve for iPad review: no mere gimmick for video editors
iVinci DaVinci Resolve has managed to replicate its incredible desktop editor for use on an iPad.
Twinmotion 2022.2 review: is it now the best 3D visualisation tool?
In motion We dig into the latest raft of updates to a seminal 3D creation tool in our Twinmotion 2022.2 review.
DaVinci Resolve Studio 18.5 review: video editor takes another step forward
Da-Win-ci, amirite A range of updates highlight the new DaVinci Resolve.
Adobe Substance 3D Modeler review: better workflow, more compatibility
Role Model Substance 3D Modeler shows good promise, but isn't on ZBrush's level... yet.
Adobe Substance 3D Stager 2.0.0 review: still growing
Set the stage Adobe's 3D staging software is still taking shape.
VideoProc Vlogger review: the best free video editor right now?
Free edit A simple, intuitive and powerful video editing app that appeals to a wide range of people.
The best Unreal Engine 5 plugins
The essential Unreal Engine 5 plugins will take your video games to a whole new level.
