Illustrators and Matte Artists Union
IATSE Local 790 Taps modo Software for Use by Members
Preeminent
Organization of Artists Select modo as Key Tool for Members to Use in
Development of Digital Storyboards, Backgrounds and Concept Art
Sherman
Oaks, Calif. — Jan. 29, 2007 — Luxology® LLC, an
independent technology company developing next-generation 3D content
creation software, today announced that modo™ has been selected
as a digital tool for use by members of the Illustrators and Matte
Artists Union IATSE Local 790. modo got the nod due to its artist
friendly workflow and ability to work seamlessly in downstream
production pipelines consisting of multiple digital art tools. As
part of the arrangement, Luxology will offer IATSE Local 790 members
a specially priced customized bundle of modo software and learning
materials that provides a range of 2D and 3D functionality on both
the PC and Mac platforms.
“modo
is well suited for use by our members, which includes many of the
most notable illustrators and matte artists in the film industry,”
said Marjo Bernay, business representative of IATSE Local 790.
“Digital production tools of all kinds have become increasingly
important to our members and we are pleased to find a versatile
product like modo that works well for motion picture design, and is
also compatible with other production tools ranging from Adobe
Photoshop to Autodesk Maya.”
“We
are delighted to get modo into the capable hands of this phenomenal
group of artists who work at the heart of so many high profile film
projects,” said Brad Peebler, president of Luxology. “modo’s
unique workflow combines modeling, painting and rendering, and is
ideally suited to the range of conceptual design projects that this
venerable group of artists tackles each year.”
Members
of the IATSE Local 790 will have complete access to modo’s
entire range of capabilities, which support the production of fully
tile-able synthetic images composed of 2D and 3D elements. Artists
can use modo to create a wide variety of locations that never existed
and which incorporate hand drawn elements and realistic natural
lighting. IATSE Local 790 members who opt for the bundle will also
receive over 2 GB of modo training materials, imageSynth (a Photoshop
plug-in for creating seamless textures), plus a 15-hour DVD
courseware for learning modo.
About
modo
modo
is an innovative 3D modeling, painting and rendering software
designed to accelerate the creation of world-class models, associated
color and normal maps and ultra high-quality renderings. modo’s
modern workflow and advanced toolset easily deliver enhanced
productivity for 3D artists working in game development, film visual
effects, video production, graphic arts and design visualization. A
free 30-day full-featured evaluation version of modo is available for
immediate download from modo3d.com.
About
Illustrators and Matte Artists, IATSE Local 790
IATSE
Local 790 was chartered in 1945 and represents the membership of over
200 illustrators and matte artists. These artists’ skill and
imagination help create some of the most stunning images, thrilling
action, incredible characters, intricate props, otherworldly vistas,
and dynamic sequences that grace the visual media that we enjoy.
Their work spans the entire visual entertainment spectrum from film
and television through to video and computer games. It can also be
seen as special features on DVDs, in print as posters and in books,
and as content on websites. Local 790 members use a combination of
traditional and digital tools and techniques in their creative
process. The organization is based in Sherman Oaks, Calif. and has a
website at www.local790.org.
About
Luxology
Based
in San Mateo, Calif., Luxology® LLC is an independent technology
company developing next-generation 3D content creation software that
enhances productivity via artist-friendly tools powered by a modern
underlying architecture. Founded in 2002 by Allen Hastings, Stuart
Ferguson and Brad Peebler, Luxology is home to some of the top 3D
engineering expertise in the industry. More information on Luxology,
its flagship product modo™, a gallery of artists’ images
and the active modo community is available online at www.modo3d.com.
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2007 Luxology LLC. modo is a trademark of Luxology LLC.,
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Contact
Reader contact:
Luxology, LLC
1670
South Amphlett Blvd Suite 214
San
Mateo, CA 94402
(650)
378-8506
info@luxology.com
http://www.modo3d.com
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