![]() ![]() ![]() Other key features include advanced ray-traced subsurface scattering (for better rendering of semi-opaque materials such as skin and wax), Global Light Sampling, improvements to Pixar's classic REYES scanline rendering mode, close integration with Maya and Katana, plus an extensive in-built library of physically accurate shaders. Upgrades are also available for other users. A single RenderMan licence currently costs $495 plus $200 annually for maintenance. Originally planned to be available at launch, the first ever non-commercial version of the software (itself a reflection of the fact it's easier to use than earlier versions of RenderMan) will now arrive in early 2015, with Pixar using the extra time to author additional training and support materials. Visit for more information.Pixar has decided to release its flagship animation software known as RenderMan for free. As part of the company's long-term commitment to foster the future growth of the production industries, Pixar will make the software used to create classics like Toy Story and Wall-E free to non-commercial users. Professional users will have to fork over $495 for RenderMan, but software licenses for the purposes of evaluation, education, personal training/experimentation, and research will be completely free of charge. Developers interested in building applications and tools for RenderMan can also grab the animation software for nothing. ![]()
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