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Softimage for Feature Film VFX
The Autodesk® Softimage® software is a complete, out-of-the-box solution for creating compelling film visual effects. With over 20 years of industry-leading experience in feature films, Autodesk continues to push the envelope with innovative solutions catering to the feature film pipelines of today and tomorrow.
Also, did you know that Softimage technology was behind such classic, 3D effects-heavy films as Jurassic Park, Star Wars and Titanic?
SOFTIMAGE fits easily into existing pipelines
Softimage complements your existing pipeline and plays well with other applications.
- Dedicated to open standards. Autodesk is dedicated to open standards with support for COLLADA, Autodesk FBX and many other industry-standard formats.
- ICE (Interactive Creative Environment). The new, open, node-based platform for creating complex 3D effects and tools. More.
- Open scripting and programming languages. Softimage supports
industry-standard scripting and programming languages such as Python and C#.
- Interoperability with 3ds Max and Maya. Autodesk® Crosswalk is an interoperability plug-in that enables users to move content between applications such as Autdoesk Maya, Autodesk 3ds Max and Softimage.
- Point cache. Use what Softimage is good for, and export point cache files to other applications.
EASY FOR ARTISTS TO LEARN
A host of readily available training materials, and transition features make Softimage easy to learn and get running right away.
“We were able to save time simply because the process and architecture of Softimage’s organized interface. ”
Jonathan Harb CEO and creative director of Whiskytree Inc.
(San Rafael, CA)
Extensive training resources
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In-Box Training – Softimage comes with a free copy of The Artist’s Guide to XSI, a training DVD, from Autodesk training partners, Digital Tutors.
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Vibrant online community – The SOFTIMAGE|NET forums are packed with training videos, tutorials, lively discussions, helpful support information, and more.
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Third Party Training – Take advantage of a growing library of independent training DVDs available from Digital Tutors, Noesis Interactive, The Gnomon Workshop and others.
- Certified training centers – Over 80 training centers worldwide teach Softimage. Visit the Education pages to find the training center nearest you.
Within days of using Softimage, artists can enjoy the power and flexibility that the software offers, resulting in enhanced productivity and top-quality results.
World Class Support
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Autodesk Subscription
Get the benefits of increased productivity, predictable budgeting, and simplified license management with Autodesk® Subscription. You get any new upgrades of your Autodesk software and any incremental product enhancements, if these are released during your Subscription term. In addition, you get exclusive license terms available only to Subscription members. A range of community resources, including web support direct from Autodesk technical experts, self-paced training, and e-Learning, help extend your skills and make Autodesk Subscription the best way to optimize your investment.
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| “We relied on the Softimage software to rig, animate and deform pretty much every single creature in Happy Feet, and I think the results were amazing. Softimage provided excellent support during the making of this animated feature, and they really understand what it takes to build a 3D pipeline that allows artists to realize animation magic.” |
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Brett Feeney, Digital Supervisor,
Animal Logic |
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| “The choice to use Softimage on 300 was obvious—particularly to create the unique environments and the menacing wolf sequence at the beginning of the film—which was a complex animal with snarling teeth, fur, unique walk patterns and scary eyes. We’re a long-time customer of Softimage, and we’ve built our 3D pipeline on Softimage software to help us create the customized looks and lavish environments in 300. It’s a vital part of our pipeline and part of our culture.” |
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| “For our work on SIN CITY, we used Softimage from A to Z. We created 735 shots in 45 environments for SIN CITY and all the modeling, animation, textures, lighting and so on were completed in Softimage. Only this system gave us the flexibility and versatility we needed on a truly diverse project like this one.” |
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Daniel Leduc, Visual Effects Producer, Hybride, Sin City |
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| “My focus is characters – everything from design to technical issues to implementation and deployment. To do character design is to be in constant evolution. The whole workflow is fluid, and I need a package that accommodates that workflow, with a consistent interface that allows me to experiment and revise things quickly. Softimage has always handled character tasks tremendously.” |
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Raffaele Fragapane, Lead Character TD, Rising Sun Pictures, Charlotte’s Web |
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