Renderman V26 Now Available | Animation World Network [Video]

Pixar Animation Studios announced the release of RenderMan version 26, the company’s award-winning technology for rendering animation and visual effects. This latest version introduces groundbreaking features that advance rendering capabilities and streamline workflows for artists.

Key highlights of RenderMan 26 include:

• XPU Advancements: The updates include enhancing light support, camera controls, and adaptive sampling capabilities, resulting in accelerated rendering and improved interactivity.
• Interactive Denoising: The introduction of an interactive version of the machine learning denoiser transforms rendering workflows, reducing iteration times and maintaining image quality during interactive sessions.

Additionally, core improvements such as faster instancing and texture read parallelism ensure optimal performance across various rendering scenarios. RenderMan’s Stylized Looks toolset receives improvements, delivering enhanced creative control and a more intuitive user experience.

“We’re thrilled to introduce the latest version of RenderMan XPU!” said Pixar Animation Studios vice president Oliver Meiseberg. “It’s going to revolutionize the experience of final frame rendering for many new use cases, allowing artists to bring their visions to life like …