Case StudyHow Vinik Sports Group Electrifies Tampa Bay Fan ExperiencesVinik Sports Group is redefining the sports entertainment landscape. Their commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology is evident in every aspect of their work, from stunning 3D animations to innovative data visualizations. by Greyscalegorilla Vinik Sports Group, the powerhouse sports conglomerate behind the Tampa Bay Lightning, Amelie Arena, the Yuengling Center and others, is renowned for its innovative and visually stunning game night experiences. Their in-house team of talented motion designers leverages powerful tools like Greyscalegorilla Plus for Teams to bring their creative visions to life. The teams innovative use of technology, particularly 3D design and motion graphics, has captivated audiences and garnered industry recognition. Engaging Fans from the Start The Amelie Arena entrance features a new striking 3D exterior display, which has already become a Tampa Bay landmark.By leveraging 3D technology and advanced lighting techniques, the team creates visually striking experiences that captivate fans and elevate the overall game-day atmosphere. The 3D exterior display not only enhances the arenas aesthetic appeal but also serves as a dynamic platform for showcasing team animations, sponsorship packages, and promotes upcoming events. We want fans to have a full experience the moment they step onto our plaza. Were creating memories for our fans. Theyre in our world. Hunter Perkins Technical Production Manager, Vinik Sports Group / Tampa Bay Lightning Its hard not to be amazed by the lifelike helicopter seemingly flying out of the building, a truly awe-inspiring sight that sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. To create the eye-catching 3D experiences, the team relies heavily onGreyscalegorilla to elevate the quality of their work. Leveraging pre-built assets, like textures and materials, saves countless hours of work. Delve into how Vinik Sports Group utilizes Greyscalegorilla to elevate their game night presentations, from jaw-dropping 3D animations to captivating real-time graphics. How do you create an engaging fan experience? We prioritize 3D for high-impact moments that will be showcased on television or large screens. For example, we might create a 3D animation for a key player introduction or a special moment during the game. For shorter, less prominent graphics, we often opt for 2D solutions, such as PNG renders with added effects in post-production. During the game were getting statistics constantly how fast a shot was, how fast players are moving, how many shots there have been so theres lots of tie-in to that as far as game presentation goes, and bringing that data in and finding interesting ways to present it to fans so they have access to a little bit more information. For example, during pre-game skates, we display computer graphics featuring player statistics. We might show a players headshot alongside their season goal total. How does Greyscalegorilla fit into your teams workflow? Our in-house team is project based, and we incorporate Greyscalegorilla in anything we can, honestly. Its very easy to use. We create the in-house broadcast package for the Tampa Bay Lightning title intros, promotional templates, lower-thirds, replay wipes and any other extra requests for social, web, or something that airs on TV. We rely on Greyscalegorilla to help us speed-up our process. We are a very fast-paced environment for example, the next five days, we have three games. So sometimes we dont have a month to create a project. Sometimes its one or two weeks. Sometimes its a day. Can you share a specific example of how Greyscalegorilla has helped you? When we were in the Stanley Cup championships, I remember lighting, texturing, and rendering the Stanley Cup logo and animating it up and down for one of our boards. I found out later that fans were taking photos in front of it, and, really, that is why were doing this. We are creating memories for our fans. And Greyscalegorilla makes that job easier. We are creating memories for our fans. And Greyscalegorilla makes that job easier. Darlene Sanchez Motion Graphics Creative Manager, Vinik Sports Group / Tampa Bay Lightning What are your favorite Greyscalegorilla tools and assets? I love the textures honestly. The frost surface imperfection textures are what compelled our org to acquire a Teams account, after I watched a tutorial on making realistic-looking frost utilizing Greyscalegorilla. I was able to use the textures immediately, adding frost to a floating puck that was flying across the screen. Another example, I have a hockey helmet for our third jersey look, its a matte black, and I thought it would be cool to have the visor frosted up. So, I just opened up Greyscalegorilla and started plugging in frost textures. Now, every time we have a game and were utilizing 3D helmets, whether for us or our opponents, we can repurpose the effect. So, obviously the textures are a huge help. We also use a lot of metal materials inside of Greyscalegorilla Plus. And I love the Area Light Maps that we can just plug in to add that extra spice. Thats definitely one of my favorites. How do you balance creating a consistent brand look across all your graphics while also ensuring each game has a unique feel? In the summer, we spend some time creating our campaign package that we templatize, with different elements for each game, and put on display for the fans. Thats what our signage helps with. Take, for example, when were making bespoke assets for specific games. Like theme nights. 50% of our games are technically theme nights, and for all of those, there are bespoke assets created. 50% of our games are theme nights which require new visuals. Darlene Sanchez Motion Graphics Creative Manager, Vinik Sports Group / Tampa Bay Lightning Every year we add another theme night. Hockey Fights Cancer night. First Responders night. Military Appreciation night. Halloween is a huge one. Its increasing every year, so were making more and more bespoke assets and deliverables to display on screens throughout the arena and on the big external sign outside the arena and in marketing materials. So, these themed elements, we add them into the previously mentioned campaign package. We essentially rebuild everything according to the theme. Lower thirds. Replay wipes. Title intros. Promotional elements. Any high-rez screenshots we can provide to our marketing team and its graphic designers to create a cohesive look. Again, Greyscalegorilla makes that job easier. It helps speed up our process so much. Tell us about your Best Theme Night award. Winning Best Theme Night at the Idea Conference was a huge honor. Every NHL, NBA, and NFL team comes together after voting throughout the year for whos got the best promotional video. Its almost like, you know, the Oscars for sports. We submitted the work we did for Gasparilla Night, which took place during Gasparilla Pirate Festival. Its a popular annual event, special to Tampa, with parades and parties and the like, and, really, its just an excuse for people to dress up as pirates and have fun. Over the last three seasons, we had a couple of games that lined up with the festivities. So, we had to find ways to convince fans to still come to the arena after partying all day. So, we created a pirate-themed 3D package that we submitted alongside everything else we do as game presentation, like video features and live activations. And then we actually won! Ultimately, its work like this that has cemented our reputation as being among the top two NHL organizations as far as our game presentation entertainment. Were second only to Las Vegas, but we always say its because they have all the money to buy all the toys, But well take it, because, while we have a smaller budget, we do a lot with what we have. So, to be up here with them is a big deal for us. 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Case StudyVegas Creates the Coolest NHL Experience with GreyscalegorillaThe Golden Knights use Greyscalegorilla Plus for Teams to create thrilling in-arena content that stands out from the spectacle of Las Vegas. by Greyscalegorilla Key Takeaways Greyscalegorilla helps the Vegas Golden Knights Entertainment team create thrilling in-arena content quickly without sacrificing quality. The Greyscalegorilla Teams workflow is vital to the rapid turnaround required to create engaging noise prompts to invigorate fans. Deliverable approval happens faster thanks to high-quality Greyscalegorilla assets and plugins that always work. The Vegas Golden Knights hockey franchise regularly plays for sell-out crowds of 18,000+ in the T-Mobile Arena on the Vegas strip. Founded in 2017, the team quickly established itself as an NHL powerhouse, reaching the Stanley Cup finals in its first season and winning the Stanley Cup championship in 2023. The teams Entertainment, Experience and Production department is tasked with delivering exciting in-arena content that stands out from the surrounding spectacle of Las Vegas. The departments three motion graphics artists offer a real-world example of how a Greyscalegorilla Teams account can streamline the fast-paced workflow required to create supercharged fan engagement. That was one of the first things I did when I got here we need to get this. We need licenses for Greyscalegorilla. Dan Senior Sr. Motion Graphics Manager, Vegas Golden Knights CREATING HIGH QUALITY CONTENT AT TOP SPEED Dan Senior is Sr. Manager of Motion Graphics for the Vegas Golden Knights. When he started with the organization, one of the first things he did was bring Greyscalegorilla into the org, having used the site throughout his career. Really, I just showed my manager look at the amount of resources available to us here, and look at the quality of them, Senior says. All of the textures, HDRIs, and things like that. And just the ease of use in the Cinema 4D environment, to be able to iterate quickly, produce, and version out ideas very quickly. Seniors team is tasked with creating eye-catching in-arena content and high-energy in-game moments like elaborate on-ice projections and on-screen noise prompts designed to get the crowd on its feet. Generally, the attitude is bigger is better, Senior says. You know, the more things exploding on ice projections, the better. We have to constantly push ourselves in what we can achieve in the space of time that we have, and Greyscalegorilla assets offer the high fidelity and speed we need to flip these grand, high-resolution ice projections quickly. Im almost certain most NHL teams dont do ice projections, Senior says. But theyre very much a big showy element of what we do here in Las Vegas, and they require tools you can rely on. Assets that are going to look good in any situation and work to a very professional standard. When youre planning all of that out, where do you go to find the assets you need? When it comes to Greyscalegorilla, I know I dont have to worry. Noise prompts are a really good way to make sure the crowd is involved and interactive. The Signal plugin has been a godsend for making noise prompts. Jalen Jones Sr. Motion Graphics Designer, Vegas Golden Knights MOTION GRAPHICS FOR MAXIMUM ENGAGEMENT Senior Motion Graphics Designer Jalen Jones has been with the Vegas Golden Knights Entertainment Team since October, 2018. On top of theme-night, play-by-play, and specific sponsor-centric graphics, one of his tasks is creating content designed to engage and energize fans during games. We take the entertainment part of in-game entertainment very seriously. Our crowd is rowdy; anything that tells them to make noise, theyre pretty much going to make noise, Jones says. Jones is often tasked with creating multiple animated noise prompts that display on T-Mobile Arenas massive screens during matches. To get them done and shipped for approval quickly, Jones depends on Signal, Greyscalegorillas proprietary Cinema 4D animation plugin. Im using pretty much everything. All the Materials. All the Textures. A lot of the HDRI stuff. Light Kit Pro. Just the Library in general, Jones says. But Signal is my go-to for making noise prompts, because Im able to animate assets without having to worry about doing keyframes myself. With Signal, once you figure out a certain look or animation that you want, you can take it from one project into another. And that saves a lot of time just when it comes to putting a project together. Saving time and steps is important in an industry defined by constant fan engagement, long seasons, and ever-evolving stakes. Jones and his Golden Knight teammates turn to Greyscalegorilla to keep them ahead of the game. Really, it just helps everything, whether Im doing a little background animation or noise-prompt text jumping or a helmet nodding to the beat, its super helpful. Thats how the workflow goes using Greyscalegorilla. Greyscalegorilla Teams is Trusted by the Best in the Game Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Storytelling with Materials and Lighting Simon walked us through his lighting choices, emphasizing the power of a well-placed light and the impact of silhouette. He discussed his preference for minimal lighting setups, allowing the story to dictate the illumination. He also showcased his use of Greyscalegorilla materials, like hammered metal and performance fabrics, adapted and blended to create unique textures and effects, even incorporating live data feeds into his materials. The Houdini Revelation Simons journey from Cinema 4D to Houdini wasnt just about switching toolsit was about breaking past creative limitations. While he was always at the forefront of C4Ds capabilities, pushing Xpresso and dynamics to their limits, he found himself constantly running into walls with complex procedural setups. The turning point came when he worked on a project involving dynamic subdivisions. After painstakingly building it in Cinema 4D with Xpresso, he saw how effortlessly the same system was replicated in Houdinionly faster, more flexible, and instantly reusable. That was the moment Simon realized the power of Houdinis procedural workflow. It wasnt just about speed; it was about future-proofing his work, creating tools that could be reused effortlessly. While Cinema 4D has evolved significantly, incorporating more procedural elements, Simons shift to Houdini allowed him to build the kinds of modular, scalable systems that define his signature work today. The Power of Curiosity Simon Holmedals journey is an inspiration to aspiring 3D artists everywhere. His willingness to experiment, embrace new technologies, and share his knowledge makes him a true innovator in the field. Manifold is a testament to the power of curiosity and the transformative potential of Houdini. Inspired? Check out the full version of Manifold and discover more of their captivating work.

Artist SpotlightA CGI Artists Guide to Creating Beautiful Product RendersMike DiCola takes product photography to the next level! Discover how this CGI artist, with a background in photography, uses cutting-edge technology to create hyper realistic product shots with captivating animation. by Greyscalegorilla Meet the Artist Mike DiCola is a CGI artist based in Charlotte, North Carolina. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, his background in photography informs his artistic approach, where he merges photorealistic and artificial elements. He creates captivating visuals through a blend of 3D modeling, photography, and videography. You may have even seen his work on Fox Sports during the Super Bowl, World Series broadcasts, and Big Noon College Football. DiCola thrives on collaboration and frequently works alongside photographers, videographers, animators, and designers to bring his unique vision to life. Mike DiCola + Greyscalegorilla Plus Using the Studio app Mike effortlessly transferred materials, light textures, and 3D models to his product viz C4D project with ease. Get Plus Learn More Mikes background in photography brings a unique perspective to his meticulous and artistic approach to animation. To jumpstart his project in Cinema 4D, Mike used the Greyscalegorilla Starter Scene for Redshift, which includes a pre-built studio environment with lighting and cameras ready to go. How this animation was made He began by exploring Greyscalegorillas extensive library of assets, carefully selecting the perfect cosmetic packaging models to showcase his vision. To these models, he applied realistic materials and textures, further enhancing them with beautifully crafted, custom-designed labels. Next, Mike focused on composition. He played around with different arrangements of our product photography props, fine-tuning the scene until everything clicked. With the composition set, he expertly added cameras and lighting, mimicking the techniques of a seasoned photographer to create depth and visual interest. Cinema 4D + Redshift setup Final render with models, materials, and lighting. Finally, he infused the scene with eye-catching movement, bringing the products to life with subtle animations and captivating transitions. The result? An animation thats both beautiful and technically impressive. Cinema 4D + Redshift setup Final render with models, materials, and lighting. Greyscalegorilla 3D Assets Used in this Render Cosmetic Packaging Models3D Models20 D bottles, tubes, canisters and tubs to show off your shelf-ready and ad-worthy branding, labels and products. Browse Collection Product Photography Props3D ModelsAn assortment of plinths, stands, and stairs to best showcase your jewelry, gadget and cosmetic renders. Tasteful? Fancy? This collection does both. Browse Collection TerrazzoMaterials 80 high quality terrazzo materials, using 40 distinct color combinations in both dense and subtle dispersions. Browse Collection 5,000+ assets are waiting...Get PlusWhen you join Greyscalegorilla Plus, you unlock a whole new workflow that follows you to your favorite 3D apps. Stay in the flow with the Studio desktop app, granting you unlimited access to download and send assets straight into your project with one click. Get Plus Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Artist SpotlightTexturing and Lighting Dreamy Interiors with a Look Dev Specialist3D artist Krisztina Vichnl reveals a behind-the-scenes look of creating cozy interiors using 3D models, materials, and textures. by Greyscalegorilla Meet the Artist Krisztina Vichnl is a 3D artist with a passion for creating captivating visuals. Her portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, from sleek automotive designs and breathtaking landscapes to stunningly realistic interior scenes for archviz. Her work has been recognized with a feature in Computer Generated: The 3D Art Anthology, a testament to her exceptional talent. Krisztina Vichnl + Greyscalegorilla Plus Using the Studio app for materials, textures, and living room 3D models, Krisztina sent assets directly into her C4D project with one click. Get Plus Learn More As a look development specialist, Krisztina meticulously refines every detail, from texturing to lighting, to achieve the perfect visual impact. Her dedication to pushing creative boundaries and exploring new artistic avenues is evident in every one of her projects, including this beautiful interior scene she created just for us. To bring her vision to life, Krisztina utilized the living room models collection within Studio, providing a realistic foundation for her interior scene. How this animation was made Placing a mannequin in the scene as she placed models around the room allowed her to maintain a proper sense of scale throughout the project. She then meticulously layered on details using a variety of material collections, including woods that added depth and warmth, handcrafted ceramics that brought a touch of artisanal craftsmanship, and textured plaster that introduced subtle variations and imperfections. Clay render with models and lighting. Final render with models, materials, and textures. Through careful selection and masterful application of these materials, Krisztina created a truly unique and captivating animation. To keep the viewers attention and focus, she simulated falling leaves that would weave the shots together for a cohesive story. For finishing touches, she added some camera shake using the GorillaCam plugin for Cinema 4D. Clay render with models and lighting. Final render with models, materials, and textures. Greyscalegorilla 3D Assets Used in this Render Living Room Models3D Models42 detailed living room models including sofas, coffee tables, lamps, and more. Fully curated to give you a picture perfect living space. Browse Collection Handcrafted CeramicsMaterialsMade in partnership with a ceramics studio, these hand-crafted materials are the most authentic ceramic materials available and beautifully enhance our new hand-thrown pottery models. Browse Collection WoodMaterials 215+ exotic and common woods from all over the planet. Explore ash, birch, oak, maple, walnut, and othersin every imaginable finish. Includes planks, veneers, unfinished, and painted. Browse Collection 5,000+ assets are waiting...Get PlusWhen you join Greyscalegorilla Plus, you unlock a whole new workflow that follows you to your favorite 3D apps. Stay in the flow with the Studio desktop app, granting you unlimited access to download and send assets straight into your project with one click. Get Plus Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

TutorialsUsing Gobos And Pro Lighting Techniques In Unreal EngineWant to work like a real photographer or cinematographer in 3D? In this tutorial, learn how to professionally light Metahumans inside of UE5.by Greyscalegorilla Unreal Engine Pro Lighting WorkflowWant to work like a real photographer or cinematographer in 3D? In this tutorial, Jags will show you how to professionally light Metahumans inside of Unreal Engine 5. Using traditional photo and video lighting, you can create realistic studio lighting inside of UE5.Youll start by gathering photo references and add your Metahuman to your project. Then using level sequences you will setup various lighting setups. You can recreate real photo techniques like shaping light and shadow with gobos.Greyscalegorilla lighting textures can help you achieve that look in 3D with an assortment of gobos, such as windows, trees, caustics, and more. Youll also find true-to-life area lights maps of real fixtures or you can test looks with a variety of abstract area light maps.Jags will also show you how to use the Studio app to import paper materials and use them for backdrops, and how to even edit your materials in Unreal Engine. Greyscalegorilla Plus members have access to hundreds of area light maps, gobos, and even HDRI within the Studio desktop app.If you arent a member, you can download the Studio app and connector for Unreal Engine (or your 3D app of choice) and get 50+ free assets, including a selection of gobos, textures, materials, and more.Three Point Lighting in 3DWant to start with the basics? Jags followed up with his Metahuman lighting tutorial to break down a standard three-point lighting setup for beginning 3D and UE artists.You will learn how to use an HDRI to start with environmental lighting, and then create three light sources for your key, fill, and rim light. Each is place around your subject and focused on lighting specific parts, whether that the body or just a hair light. Then you can adjust your light temperature or color to dial in specific looks. Light Textures vs HDRIWhat's the difference between Greyscalegorilla light textures and HDRI? Lighting TexturesArea Light Maps and Gobo textures have a high-dynamic range, but are used with individual area lights in 3D software.Lighting textures allow pinpoint precision and realistic lighting conditions as if you were pointing a real light at your 3D object.HDRIGreyscalegorilla HDRI are panoramic images of real world locations and true-to-life studios and skies.HDRI are used to quickly create realistic environmental lighting in 3D, whether that is in a studio, outdoors, or even in space. Improve your workflow with StudioGet Greyscalegorilla Studio, the desktop app that helps artists stay in the flow and puts the entire Plus library at your fingertipsinstantly.Learn More Leave a Comment:CancelThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Right-Click Menu on Assets The Studio app is all about speed. Thats why now you can right-click any asset and get powerful quick actions. Send asset Sends any material, texture, model, or HDRI to your connected project Send with Triplanar Sends any material with Triplanar controls for blending and scale Show in Finder / File Browser Opens file path to the downloaded asset on your drive Go to Collection Navigates to asset master collection for the ability to explore similar assets Resizable Image Previews The Studio app now features responsive and customizable image preview sizes. (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large) Enhanced Search Features Fuzzy search and search suggestions added to make finding the perfect asset even easier. Studio Connectors Update After you download Studio 1.2, dont forget to download the new connectors for Triplanar support and the new Substance Painter Beta. Connectors are available for Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, Unreal Engine, and Adobe Substance Painter (Beta).

New In PlusNearly 500 New Assets Curated for Product Viz and More!by Greyscalegorilla Use Studiothe Greyscalegorilla desktop appto download almost 500 new high-quality materials, textures, and models for your next 3D project. Introducing the latest assets available to Greyscalegorilla Plus members494 superior-quality materials and more designed with your product viz needs in mind. (We tried to get the product team to make six more so we could say 500, but whaddayagonnado?) These carefully crafted assets integrate seamlessly with the growing Plus Library through the Studio desktop app. In this new drop, youll find cyc wall models, product photography props, terrazzo and concrete materials, and more, all built to help you create with ultimate confidence. Lets take a closer look at everything youll get in this new release. PRODUCT VIZ RENDER ESSENTIALS 70 Product Photography Props This set of models features elegant plinths, stands, and stairs designed to perfectly showcase rendered jewelry, electronics, and cosmetics. 20 Geometric Stone Models Add a trendy touch to your designs with this fun set of geometric pebbles. Perfect for set dressing in product renders or as dynamic elements in motion design. 8 Cyc Wall Models Perfect for showcasing products both small and large , this model collection offers versatile backdrops for seamless, professional studio renders. 10 Concrete Block Models These expertly crafted concrete block models are the secret to creating a realistic industrial aesthetic. A smart choice for product displays, arch viz, and motion design. 40 Concrete Materials Real-world scans of hand-poured concrete (created in collaboration with the experts at Chicago Concrete), these materials offer an industrial edge with unmatched quality. Made with this CollectionProduct viz artist Mike DiCola shows off the product photography props and concretes alongside other Greyscalegorilla models, materials, and light textures. SOPHISTICATED LOOKS 10 Limewash Materials Give your renders timeless artisanal charm with meticulously hand-painted limewash wall textures in six color variations. 18 Stone Terrazzo Materials This collection of precision-scanned stone terrazzo textures features vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and undeniable authenticity. UNIQUE RENDERS 30 Grid Pattern Textures This set of alpha maps features a variety of grid patterns, perfect for adding visual interest to motion-design animations, creating unique backgrounds, or adding texture to graphic-design projects. 40 Area Light Maps: Abstract Featuring organic blobby light shapes, use these light maps to create striking gradient reflections in metallic product renders and add depth to any design. 197 Bio Forms Models These models by boundary-pushing multidisciplinary designer Vincent Schwenk add an organic, artistic vibe to any 3D project. DOWNLOAD IT ALL NOW IN THE GREYSCALEGORILLA STUDIO APP The Greyscalegorilla Studio desktop app connects the entire Plus library to your favorite 3D tools. All of your materials, textures, 3D models, everythinginstantly available at your fingertips so you can work faster. New Asset FAQ What is Studio?The Greyscalegorilla Studio desktop app connects the entire Plus asset library to your favorite 3D tools. All materials, textures, 3D models, and HDRIinstantly available at your fingertips so you can work faster. Connect to Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, or Unreal Engine and send all of your assets with ONE CLICK! Do these assets work in Cinema 4D?Yes! With the Studio app you can send assets directly into Cinema 4D with one click. Can I still use the HUB in Cinema 4D?Yes! You can find all your new collections in the latest version of the Greyscalegorilla HUB for C4D. Check your Stock Assets library, and download your new collections. HUB users must download the entire collection at once, but Studio users can pick and choose any individual asset to download. Are these assets only available with Plus?Yes. These assets are all exclusive to Greyscalegorilla Plus members. Plus members have unlimited access to download as many assets as they want. Do these assets work in Blender?Yes! With the Studio app you can send assets directly into Blender with one click. Do these assets work in Houdini?Yes! With the Studio app you can send assets directly into Houdini with one click. Do these assets work in Unreal Engine?Yes! With the Studio app you can send assets directly into Unreal Engine with one click. Do these assets work in Maya / 3ds Max?No. Studio does not currently support Autodesk Maya or 3ds Max. Improve your workflow with StudioGet Greyscalegorilla Studio, the desktop app that helps artists stay in the flow and puts the entire Plus library at your fingertipsinstantly. Learn More Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

TutorialsStep-By-Step Guide to Creating a Dynamic Rope Simulation in C4DIn this in-depth tutorial, learn how to set up a dynamic rope simulation and then finish it up in your render of choice.by Greyscalegorilla UPDATE: Before you learn the ropes, Cinema 4D has made a couple changes you need to be aware of. Watch this quick lesson before you get started. LEARN THE ROPESIn the first part of this tutorial, Nick will show you how to set up a dynamic rope simulation in Cinema 4D. Learn how to link rope dynamics to controllers so you can take full control of your dynamics. Then, watch part 2 of this tutorial where we show you how to finish this scene in Redshift AND Octane. FINISH UP IN REDSHIFTIn the second part of this tutorial, Nick will show you how to render this beautiful dynamic rope simulation using Redshift and Cinema 4D. Learn how to add Lights, Cameras, and beautiful Paracord Materials to create this eye-catching scene in Redshift and Cinema 4D. FINISH UP IN OCTANEIn the second part of this tutorial, Nick will show you how to render this beautiful dynamic rope simulation using Octane and Cinema 4D. Learn how to add Lights, Cameras, and beautiful Paracord Materials to create this eye-catching scene in Octane and Cinema 4D. Get Started for FREEStart using 50+ popular Greyscalegorilla assets for free. Simply download Studio, activate your account, and connect to your favorite 3D apps.Create a Free Account 1 Comment Leave a Comment:CancelThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Well, hello! I was recently inspired by the latest Apple ad (you can see the full ad down below) and as soon as I saw the the opening animation, I knew I had to try to make it myself. Shoutout to all the artists who worked on this project! I knew the basics, hop into Cinema 4D with the spline pen tool and spell out hello but then what? Well I dont know how exactly they did it, but I knew I could find a way on my own. Creating the 3D text I started by tracing the hello reference text trying using as few spline points as possible. Then I jumped into an overhead mode to start separating the curves front to back so they werent touching, kind of the same technique youd use if you were working on writing out in neon letters. Next we need to break the script into pieces to create the L effect. Im certain they had a more elegant solution and more time, but Im going to cheat as much as I can here just to quickly get a similar look and feel. My hack was to clone the L shape and then animate it, relying on my camera meant any craziness in the back of the letters wouldnt be too visible. All the breaks in the letter are actually hidden by the transition, so it doesnt have to be perfect. Breaking 3D text into different parts and animating So we have our parts. The He are together as one element, and then the last lo are together as their own element. So the magic is all in the middle L. Here you can use a cloner and create a count of 5 that will expand out. Now you can certainly do this with keyframes, but Im going to use the Signal plugin to drive all of this. You can just set your in and out points, and then I used a linear ease effect so the L would duplicate really fast and then just slowly ease in to place. Whats super great is now I can just duplicate my Signal settings and apply them to the he and just make tiny tweaks to make it match. The lo doesnt have to do anything, so the he and l will do all the work moving. Now the next trick is to also make the camera move to it re-centers the animation. Guess what, its just Signal again. Now you can try different ease settings, I found that exponential out what the right fit for this project. Creating the rainbow color effect This was this trickiest part to figure out on the fly. What I settled on was creating a Redshift material and then using a few nodes to make a rainbow ramp. In a ramp node, you can go to the ramp and create a color effect. I added a different color for each l and then just adjusted the gradient ramp based on where the final l location was. Then how do we project that onto our hello text? Well the easiest solution was to use this as a flat projection. In your Material Tag editor, go to projection and change it from UV Mapping (which is usually the default) and change it to flat. Finally you just adjust your material scale and move it forward in front of your text. Then its just aligning the colors on your text. Lighting your 3D text For finishing touches its all about the lighting. First Im going to drop in and HDRI, and for this exact project I used the Church Entrance HDRI you can find in the Studio app. Again, I will use Signal and just add a slight rotation to the HDRI while it animates on. This HDRI is doing most of the work for lighting, but Im going to add a Rim Light to catch the text from the back. Its going to add a little bit of bounce light inside of the L. Then I put in a top light to drive some more reflection off the top of the letters. To get it looking even better, I added a couple bounce card. It keeps you from having to add more lights, and with a real photo studio trick you are just redirecting the existing lights and sending it back towards your text.

Unlock Every Asset with Greyscalegorilla PlusIf you are an existing Greyscalegorilla Plus member, you will already have access to download all assets (materials, models, HDRI, and textures). Just login with youre Plus account and youre ready to go.You will need to download assets through the Studio app for them to be one-click compatible. Current Cinema 4D HUB assets are limited to their select compatible render engine. With the new Studio assets, you only have to download an asset once and it will work anywhere Studio is compatible.Get Started with 50+ Free AssetsNot a Plus member? You can still get started with Studio for free. Just create a free Greyscalegorilla account, download the app, and once you login to Studio, you will find over 50 assets to use in any project. Download the Greyscalegorilla Studio appDownload the latest version of Studio for Mac or PC.Download the Connector plugins to connect to your 3D app of choice. Signing InOnce Studio is installed on your Mac or PC, open the app and login with your Greyscalegorilla Plus Account or your Free Account. Settings and OptionsNext you will choose where you want your asset files to live on your machine or hard drive. (For existing Plus members using the Cinema 4D HUB, you will need to create a new folder, as old assets are not compatible with Studio.)Next choose your default 3D Application to make things fast and easy when you launch the app. You can choose between Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, and Unreal Engine.Under Renderer, you can choose to have the default Automatic option if you use multiple render engines. Studio will automatically assemble materials for your 3D app and render engine once connected.Finally youll need install the Studio Connector Plugin for any 3D app you will be using. This will allow you to connect Studio to any compatible 3D app and start sending assets into your projects. You can find additional help installing Connector Plugins here. Navigating StudioThe Studio app has a dedicated menu to help you find assets by category or collection, or you can use the new intuitive Search to dive into the entire Plus asset catalogue.Search will provide all results based on your query, and you can filter results down to individual categories or new assets. FavoritesYou can now favorite any asset so you can easily find your go-to assets. They will appear in your favorites folder, and show the icon as you explore the app. Downloading AssetsGone are the days of downloading massive zip files or assets that only work with specific apps or render engines. Studio lets you download any asset once, and it will automatically assemble assets based on your 3D app of choice.For Plus members, downloads are unlimited. There are no credit systems or restrictions, you can download as many assets as you want, whenever you want. Connect to Your 3D AppWith your Studio Connectors installed, you just have to click Connect to have Studio make the handshake with the app of your choice.Based on the settings you set above, all assets will be automatically optimized and assembled for the compatible 3D app and render engine. Sending AssetsWith Studio connected to your 3D app, all you have to do is send assets into your project.Sending and Customizing MaterialsDownload the Material of your choice, and then click Send and the fully-assembled material will appear in your material library.You can then drag the materials onto your objects in your scene.Materials are also setup with Nodes, allowing you to fully customize settings like displacement, roughness, color, and more.Importing 3D ModelsDownload the 3D Model of your choice, and then click Send and the model will appear in your objects manager.Copy Paste -or- Drag and Drop any Texture, HDRI, Area Light Map, and MoreDownload any HDRI or Texture asset.Click Copy to copy the file path of your asset. In your 3D app, go to your texture file path and Paste.-or-Click on the HDRI image in the Studio app, and drag the HDRI into your 3D app and drop it in the texture file path. For any prompts, you can choose to say Yes to import the file into your project.In your 3D app, you can adjust settings or rotate your HDRI for the best lighting results.Bonus: Adding Textures to MaterialsWith collections like Surface Imperfections or Patterns, you can use textures in your scene, or you can use them within materials. You can add the textures to your materials with the same drag-and-drop functionality by placing the texture in the material Node Editor.Then you can feed the texture into the Roughness node, Color, Displacement, or a Bump Map and completely change the look of your materials.

TutorialsBlend Multiple Materials Together Using Displacementby Greyscalegorilla Its Morphin Time Blending Materials Together When you have to blend two materials with displacement in Redshift, things can be a little tricky. Luckily, Nick Campbell figured out a super useful solution. Here is how you can create a blending displacement/material effect between two materials in Cinema 4D and Redshift, all while still maintaining drag-and-drop functionality. This tutorial uses the fully-assembled materials from the Colorful Abstract Material Collection in Greyscalegorilla Plus. What Youll Learn: 0:20 The Problem 1:30 The Setup 2:00 The Node Tree 3:00 Drag And Drop Materials 4:20 Fine Displacement Control 5:50 Quickly Changing Materials 7:10 Wrap-up Featured in this tutorialColorful Abstract Materials100 eye-catching color and funky patterns define this collection of dynamic abstract textures. If BOLDisyourgoal, start right here. Included with Colorful Abstract Material CollectionEach material is available to download now in the Studio app. Abstract Ceramic (Blue Striped, Green Striped, Neon Striped, Orange Striped)Abstract Foam (Bright Green, Cream, Gray, Green, Lavender, Lemon Grass, Lime)Abstract Foam (Mint, Off White, Orange, Peach, Pink, Teal)Abstract Foam - Blobs (Mint, Neon)Abstract Foam - Dripping (Blue, Pink)Abstract Foam - Tube (Green, Orange, Red)Abstract Glaze (Blue Streak, Mustard Messy, Orange Messy, Orange Streak, Pink Messy)Abstract Paint (Blue Drippy, Pink Crusty, Yellow Drip)Abstract Paint - Splatter (Blue Metallic, Neon Yellow, Pink Metallic)Abstract Paint - Layered (Black, Dark, Green, Neon, Neon Orange, Pink)Abstract Paper Mache (Gold, Gold Stripes, Loud Bold, Pink, Silver, Yellow Bold)Abstract Paper (Strip, Gray Strip, Pink Dotted, Purple Strip, White Dotted)Abstract Paper - Scraps (Blue, Colorful, Creamy, Peach, Yellow)Abstract Paper - Strip (Confetti, Gray, Purple)Abstract Paper - Confetti (Blue Gold, Green Gold, Red Gold)Abstract Plaster (Mint, Off White, Red)Abstract Plastic (Mint Dotted, Neon Green Dotted, Orange Coral, Pink Coral, Teal Coral)Abstract Plastic - Chiseled (Blue, Dark Dotted, Green, Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow)Abstract Plastic - Chiseled Small (Blue, Dark Blue, Hot Pink, Peach, Yellow)Abstract Plastic - Drippy (Magenta, Orange, Pink)Gradient Abstract (Blue Grainy, Green Grainy, Red Grainy)Abstract Nonpareils (Colorful, Red)Lumpy Abstract (Green, Peach, Yellow)Organic Abstract Metal (Green, Orange)Trippy Abstract Dots (Green, Red)Abstract Fuzz Ball (Green Swirl, Pink Swirl, Red Swirl, Yellow Swirl)Blobby Abstract Platinum 5,000+ Models, Materials, and MoreEvery material, texture, and model is included with a Greyscalegorilla Plus subscription. Start downloading assets right now in the Studio app. Not a Plus member? Get 50 FREE assets when you download the Studio app. Download Studio Join Plus Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

MAKE ROOM42 Living Room Models The room is yours with this collection of ready-to-use mix-and-match living-room modelssofas, coffee tables, lamps, and more.10 White Terracotta Materials These refined white terracotta textures offer a clean, stylish look. Apply to walls and decor to create minimalist, oh-so-chic looks.WILDLY VIVID100 Colorful Abstract Materials Eye-catching color and funky patterns define this collection of dynamic abstract textures. If BOLD is your goal, start right here.PERFECTLY IMPERFECT Scanned at 8K with 16-bit TIFFs, these minor scuffs, smudges, and scratches add uber-realistic wear and tear. Enhance your models with the slightest of imperfections for a more authentic appearance.

MAXON RELEASES C4D 2025 Your Greyscalegorilla Plus subscription is fully compatible with Cinema 4D 2025. Enjoy seamless integration and access to our growing library of 3D assets. Plus Members can update right now! Follow the steps below to get up-to-date with the Studio app and the C4D HUB. STUDIO APP CONNECTOR UPDATE For C4D 2025 users working with 3D asset library in the Studio desktop app, simply update your Cinema 4D Connector plugin to resume your 1-click workflow. Havent upgraded to the new Studio app? Today is the perfect time to make the switch. You can download Studio now. Simply login with your Plus account and download and manage all of your 3D assets. C4D HUB UPDATE For C4D plugins and classic asset downloads, just follow these steps to update the Greyscalegorilla HUB. Download and install the latest version of the HUB that corresponds with your Operating System. In the HUB, download and install new versions of the C4D plugins. Rememberyou do not need to redownload all of your assets. STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? Our Customer Support team is ready to serve you! Reach out to support with any questions you might have.

Free DownloadsMake the Best Clay Renders with these Tricks, 3D Settings, and Materialsby Greyscalegorilla Tricks, Settings, and Materials for The BEST Clay Renders We take materials seriously here at Greyscalegorilla, and we happen to have what we think are the best Clay materials in the world. BUT, the right material is only part of the battle, then you need to know how to make them look their very best. In this video, Chad Ashley gives you all of his favorite tricks for better clay renders in Cinema 4D and Redshift. Made with this collectionGreyscalegorilla Plus member EJ Hassenfratz created this wonderful stop-motion animation using the Greyscalegorilla clay materials available in the Studio app. How to Create Stop-motion Claymation effects in Cinema 4D In this tutorial E.J. Hassenfratz covers lots of useful techniques and tricks for speeding up your Redshift material and animation workflows. To get the best version of this effect, he will use the Clay Doh Material Collection along with our Cinema 4D animation plugin, Signal, both included in Greyscalegorilla Plus. Clay Material CollectionsA variety of clay collections perfect for playful doh renders, sculptures, and either fine or rough details. Greyscalegorilla Plus Clay Materials CollectionsEvery fully-assembled material is available in the Studio app. Clay Doh Materials - 36 children's clay materials for creating whimsical, vibrant renders and fun, realistic claymation effects.Sculpting Clay Materials - 50 waxy plasticine clay materials for modeling and molding 3D sculptures.Rough Clay Materials- 50 clay materials with the look and feel of objects sculpted from raw clay.50 Fine Clay Materials - 50 clay materials for creating a smooth sculpted look. Get Started for FREEStart using 50+ popular Greyscalegorilla assets for free. Simply download Studio, activate your account, and connect to your favorite 3D apps. Create a Free Account 5,000+ Models, Materials, and MoreEvery material, texture, HDRI and model is included with a Greyscalegorilla Plus subscription. Start downloading assets right now in the Studio app. Not a Plus member? Get 50 FREE assets when you download the Studio app. Download Studio Join Plus Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

TutorialsAbstract Cloth Renders Made with Primitives in Cinema 4Dby Greyscalegorilla Lets Dive In With the right materials and techniques, simple shapes and basic simulations can create incredible art and interesting looks. In this video, Chad channels his inner Dale Chihuly to create some abstract cloth art renders with Cinema 4D and Redshift. FABRIC ESSENTIALSVirtual fashion. Interior design projects. Cloth simulations. Whatever the use case, our real-world fabric scanning process ensures authenticity and amazing detail. 50 Cotton Fabric MaterialsCotton fabric textures are perfect for creating soft, natural looks in a range of colors, weights, and patterns. Comfy, cozy, and cuddly? Thats cotton. Browse Materials 30 Denim Fabric Materials Denim fabric textures are ideal for realistic clothing, upholstery, and trendy accessories. Nothing beats a good pair of jeans, right? Browse Materials 60 Linen Fabric MaterialsLinen fabric textures blend natural elegance with refined appeal. Looking for sophisticated yet casual? Youve found it. Browse Materials 75 Patterned Canvas MaterialsHand-crafted patterned canvas materials that evoke an authentic mid-century vibe. Browse Materials Get Started for FREEStart using 50+ popular Greyscalegorilla assets for free. Simply download Studio, activate your account, and connect to your favorite 3D apps. Create a Free Account Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

TutorialsCreate a Stunning Living Room Render in Seconds with 3D Modelsby Greyscalegorilla Fast and Easy Living Room Renders with Plus One-Click Living Rooms Learn how to use the Greyscalegorilla Studio desktop app to quickly import any Plus assets into your favorite 3D app. The Living Room Models Collection not only includes individual couches, chairs, pillows, and more but you can import 4 entirely furnished living rooms with a single click. Each room was professionally arranged by and interior designer for maximum functionality, coziness, and aesthetic. For additional touches, a Plus subscription also gives you access to customizable Crown Molding Models and Baseboards that you can drop into your scene. In this tutorial, Nik V. will show you how easy it is to add and customize the crown molding to your 3D room and then import an entire living room to your scene. For final touches, add any of the thousands of curated materials like fabrics, leathers, woods, and tiles. Made with this collectionGreyscalegorilla Plus member Krisztina Vichnl created this beautiful animation using these very models and various Greyscalegorilla materials available in the Studio app. Living Room Models42 detailed living room models including sofas, coffee tables, and lamps. Perfect for designing inviting and stylish living spaces with realistic furniture and decor. Included with Living Room Model CollectionEach model is available to download now in the Studio app. Mid Century Modern Living Room SetModern Living Room SetEclectic Living Room SetTransitional Living Room SetChair (Barrel, Curved Club, Padded Slipper, Woven Slipper)Sofa (Low Tufted, Modern Curved Back, Sloped Arm, Track Arm Cushion)Coffee Table (Mushroom, Rounded Rectangular, Solid Leg Rectangular)End Table (3 Legged Stool, Cross Plank Pedestal)Side Table (Cube, Narrow Block)Ottoman (Cube, Coffee Table)Area Rug (Fringe Rectangular, Textured Rectangular, Round, Wrinkled Rectangular)Daybed (Crescent Bolster Pillow, Danish)Floor Lamp (Tapered Cylinder, Tripod, Woven Shade Arc)Throw Blanket (Draped, Folded, Fringe, Knit)Throw Pillow (Euro, Knife Edge, Lumbar, Sphere)Curtain (Floating Gathered, Puddled Gathered, Puddled Wave Top, Tied Back Pleated) 5,000+ Models, Materials, and MoreEvery material, texture, and model is included with a Greyscalegorilla Plus subscription. Start downloading assets right now in the Studio app. Not a Plus member? Get 50 FREE assets when you download the Studio app. Download Studio Join Plus Leave a Comment:Cancel This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.