CAD Garage Blog: ArchiPlus Artlantis Studio Savings!

Attention all ArchiCAD users!

From now until October 25, 2010, active members of GRAPHISOFT's ArchiPlus program will receive 25% off of their Artlantis Studio purchase.

Click here for details!

Upgrades to the AUGF

Attention all Artlantis User Group Forum members!

Further to our previous announcement regarding the "face lift" to the Artlantis User Group Forum, we are pleased to share more information with you regarding additional enhancements, which have been implemented on the AUGF site over the last few days. These enhancements include the following: Details / Video on integrating your Profile Page with Twitter Introduction of a JISBAR for easy access to useful links including LinkedIn, Facebook and Tweetboard Translator to view the content of the AUGF in your own language Implementation of Freedly to collate and view multiple RSS Feeds relating to your industry in one place Quick Access Feedback Form Follow us on Twitter link Details of the new features can be found here. IMPORTANT REQUEST: When uploading your Rendered Images or Videos, please also include the word Artlantis as a TAG with each and every image / video you upload. Thank you for your support!

Media exchange on Artlantis User Group Forum

If you were wondering how to know when new Objects/Shaders are available for downloading in MEDIA EXCHANGE, you can use the RSS Feed function in the Latest News block, and receive an e-Mail notification when new content is available.

This also applies to tracking comments on Images or Videos that you have uploaded into the RENDER and VIDEO Gallery.

For detailed instructions on how to set up the RSS Feed option, simply log-in to the Artlantis User Group Forum, select the HOW TO Menu item, and then the TRACK COMMENTS sub-menu item, which will redirect you to a detailed explanation on how to set it up.

Thanks to the continued support of all the Members of the Artlantis User Group Forum, there are now more than 2,000 rendered Artlantis Images to browse through, where you can learn from the Artlantis gurus.

If you are not yet a Member of MEDIA EXCHANGE, just request to JOIN - after all, it's FREE!

Visit the Artlantis User Group Forum at: http://artlantis.ning.com

'Artlantis in Education' competition winner announced

iRender is pleased and proud to announce that the winner of the 'Artlantis in Education' competition is Lisa du Plessis.

Lisa is an Interior Design Student from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.

Her Artlantis Project submission can be viewed at http://artlantis.ning.com/group/artlantisineducation/forum/topics/the-lisa-du-plessis-project

For her efforts, Lisa will receive two Artlantis Media DVD's valued at R 2,500.00.

To all the other Students who submitted entries, we thank you.

iRender remains committed to the Education Process in Southern Africa.

For and on behalf of iRender:
ATHOL PHILLIPS

Visit the Artlantis User Group Forum at: http://artlantis.ning.com

Artlantis User Group Forum

AUTOGRAPH DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES invites you to join the ARTLANTIS USER GROUP FORUM where you can learn all about the Best Kept Artlantis Secrets.

The benefits of Registering as a GOLD MEMBER include access to:

• The RENDER and VIDEO Gallery of Images and Animations by Local & International Users.(Currently 326 Members)
• Create your own PROFILE PAGE to advertise your expertise and communicate with other Users.
• Participate in FORUM discussions and learn the short cuts, tips and tricks.
• Receive regular ARTLANTIS QUICK TIPS via e-Mail.
• Participate in the CHAT ROOM with other Users and find quick solutions to your questions.

The benefits of Registering as a PLATINUM MEMBER include access to:

• The AVIS 2 (Artlantis Video Instruction Series) Tutorials. There are currently 28 x Video Tutorials available.
• The MEDIA EXCHANGE to swap "self developed" Artlantis Objects & Shaders with other Platinum Members.
• The AUTOSHADER module streamlining the process between SketchUp and Artlantis.
• The RESOURCES section to advertise your Artlantis skills, or locate other skilled Artlantis Users.

Visit www.artlantis.co.za today to Register.

Rendering and Animation Using Artlantis - Creating Animated Objects in Artlantis Studio

Hosted by ARCHVISTA

Date:
July 13, 2009 | 11:00AM - 1:00 PM | Pacific Time

Presenter(s):
Jeff Olken

Description:
LearnVirtual™ is an online training program that allows you to learn right from your desk!

Beginning in June, LearnVirtual will offer a four-part series of classes that focus on rendering and animation using Artlantis.

The first advanced rendering tool that ArchiCAD users turned to when they wanted to quickly and easily create photo-realistic renderings and animations was Artlantis. The latest versions of Artlantis integrate easily into an ArchiCAD workflow. In this series, we’ll explore how to move an ArchiCAD model into Artlantis, and to control the materials, entourage, and environment within this powerful presentation tool.

This class (IV of IV) is focused on creating animated objects in Artlantis Studio.

To register & for more information, please visit:
http://www.learnvirtual.com/pageview.aspx?menu=5185&id=18188

Training Level:
Advanced

Price:
$75.00 or FREE for Members
To register, please click on the link above!

Rendering and Animation using Artlantis

Hosted by ARCHVISTA

Date:
July 06, 2009 | 11:00AM - 1:00 PM | Pacific Time

Presenter(s):
Jeff Olken

Description:
LearnVirtual™ is an online training program that allows you to learn right from your desk!

Beginning in June, LearnVirtual will offer a four-part series of classes that focus on rendering and animation using Artlantis.

The first advanced rendering tool that ArchiCAD users turned to when they wanted to quickly and easily create photorealistic renderings and animations was Artlantis. The latest versions of Artlantis integrate easily into an ArchiCAD workflow. In this series, we’ll explore how to move an ArchiCAD model into Artlantis, and to control the materials, entourage, and environment within this powerful presentation tool.

This class (III of IV) is focused on creating animation paths in Artlantis Studio.

To register & for more information, please visit:
http://www.learnvirtual.com/pageview.aspx?menu=5185&id=18188

Training Level:
Intermediate

Price:
$75.00 or FREE for Members
To register, please click on the link above!

Collections by artlantisobjects.com

Artlantisobjects.com announces the release of a new collection. One of the goals of artlantisobjects.com is to release new collections frequently.



Recently also 'Urban collection 1' and 'Streetlights 1' where released.

The last added collection is 'Office 1'. This collection contains 114 office furniture objects.

Artlantisobjects.com launches new website

It pleases Abvent to release the news that Artlantisobjects.com, the resource for artlantisusers, launched a new version of their website. The website offers much more information for users. The tutorials section has largely expanded.


The artlantisobjects.com team introduce interviews where interesting artists tell about their work and especially how they manage to get the results they allways show. Users that published their own cool videos have the chance to show them on Artlantisobjects.com.
The website will grow and offer new information on a regular basis. Abvent considers Artlantisobjecs.com to be a great resource for users of their software.

Visit Artlantisobjects.com and discover the benefits.

Let them grow in your images

Artlantis and Bionatics are about to release a dvd containing 24 different pines and conifers, some of which were used in this opposite and famous image of Massaro House (architect Frank Lloyd Wright).
This new collection of "Pines & Conifers" will allow Artlantis users to enlarge their media library and add a very high qual
ity touch to their renders.
More to come with this new partner !
Here two samples of the different trees you would find on this dvd : Cedar Blue 02 - Cypress Mediterranean 02













- Update -
Here's the link to discover the whole content and images on the Artlantis website.

Wall of Renderings

The image of Artlantis wall with PicLens.

Artlantis web site integrates a new function on its website's gallery. Once you have installed this small and free application (download from here), you just have to go over each image with your mouse, a small white arrow will appear in the left corner. By clicking on this arrow, a new presentation will pop up and allow you to navigate through an impressive "renderings wall" ! You may click on one specific picture and it will upload it closer and bigger, or then browse through hundreds of images at the speed you want.. Very intuitive and impressive.