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Description

Swift and powerful, Katana emerges as a premier tool for look development and lighting, adeptly addressing creative challenges with both intensity and simplicity. It equips artists with the freedom and scalability necessary to meet the demands of today's intricate CG-rendering projects. With its state-of-the-art Lighting Tools, users can illuminate entire sequences of shots rapidly, leveraging Katana’s industry-leading multi-shot workflows. The Foresight Rendering capabilities of Katana, featuring Multiple Simultaneous Renders and Networked Interactive Rendering, deliver scalable feedback that accelerates the iteration process for artists. Designed to enhance the look development of both standout and high-volume assets, Katana also fosters seamless collaboration in shot production. Its technology, optimized for USD, integrates smoothly with various APIs, five commercial renderers, and an open-sourced Shotgun TK integration, establishing Katana as an indispensable tool in any production pipeline. In an ever-evolving landscape, Katana consistently adapts, ensuring artists can achieve innovative visual storytelling with greater efficiency.

Description

Construct vast universes, intricate characters, and breathtaking visual effects seamlessly. Animate realistic characters using advanced animation tools that captivate audiences. Design 3D models and environments effortlessly with the user-friendly modeling features of Maya® software. Produce lifelike effects, ranging from dramatic explosions to detailed cloth simulations. A cutting-edge visual programming workspace equipped with dynamic solvers allows for swift creation of stunning effects suitable for blockbusters. Utilize the Bifrost Graph Editor to assemble personalized graphs tailored to your project's needs. Generate remarkable effects—such as snow, sand, and swirling dust storms—with pre-made graphs at your disposal. Render intricate projects effortlessly with Arnold, a powerful tool designed to tackle challenges related to complex characters, environments, and lighting. With Arnold’s integration into Maya, you can preview high-quality results instantly and make rapid adjustments. Experience time savings through Arnold’s user-friendly interface and straightforward controls, enabling you to focus on your creative vision more effectively. Ultimately, this powerful combination not only enhances productivity but also elevates the quality of your artistic endeavors.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

3Delight
Cerebro
Redshift
RenderMan
3DBrowser
Asseter
Character Creator
Fox Renderfarm
FurryBall
Houdini
Massive Prime
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TurboRender
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Integrations

3Delight
Cerebro
Redshift
RenderMan
3DBrowser
Asseter
Character Creator
Fox Renderfarm
FurryBall
Houdini
Massive Prime
NVIDIA Omniverse USD Composer
OctaneRender
Sangfor aDesk
SimLab Composer
SummuS Render
TurboRender
Ziva VFX
anima
eyecad VR

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Foundry

Founded

1996

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.foundry.com/products/katana

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.autodesk.com/products/maya/overview

Product Features

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing
Animation
Annotations
Bill of Materials
Character Modeling
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Data Import / Export
For 3D Printing
For Architects
For Manufacturers
Reference Management
Simulation

Animation

Collaboration Tools
Customizable Branding
Drag & Drop
Media Library
Social Sharing
Templates
Text Overlay
Text to Video
Voice-Over

Simulation

1D Simulation
3D Modeling
3D Simulation
Agent-Based Modeling
Continuous Modeling
Design Analysis
Direct Manipulation
Discrete Event Modeling
Dynamic Modeling
Graphical Modeling
Industry Specific Database
Monte Carlo Simulation
Motion Modeling
Presentation Tools
Stochastic Modeling
Turbulence Modeling

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