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Discreet Introduces Cloth Extension for 3ds max 7

Discreet announced that its 3ds max 7 software subscription members would receive their first value-added extension of this release cycle. Called Cloth Extension, this 3D modeling addition delivers a sophisticated cloth simulation system that gives artists the creative tools to build realistic, film-quality clothing for 3D characters in film, TV, advertising and games projects. With it, artists can improve their creative freedom by quickly turning modeled geometry into cloth, or easily designing/importing clothing patterns for the design of full garments for their characters.

Our Subscription customers will be the first to enjoy the benefits of the additional functionality and productivity provided by the Cloth Extension, said Martin Vann, vp of worldwide sales and marketing for Discreet. Following on the release of 3ds max 7 software less than 45 days ago, the 3ds max Cloth Extension demonstrates Discreets ability to provide substantial value to our Subscription customers through a rapid expansion of 3ds max 7 softwares capabilities. We have put in place an aggressive investment and development plan for our animation business that includes not only the addition of new functionality, but new initiatives such as Professional Services and the Discreet Digital Academy educational program, both of which were launched with the release of 3ds max 7 software.

Discreet clearly understands the needs of the artists and studios by adding key creative functionality to what is already a superb application, added Tim Miller, president of Blur Studios.

While the Cloth Extension which is based on Size8 Softwares ClothFX product is still available separately for $595 from the Discreet Certified 3ds max Plug-in Program (DCP) through Turbo Squid, the Discreet Online Store or via Authorized Discreet Resellers, the leading-edge cloth creation technology will now be integrated directly into 3ds max 7 software and will be delivered in January at no additional cost to valid Discreet Subscription customers.

Cloth Extension Features:* Clothing patterns can be used as the basis for real-world clothing that reflects both fabric type and pattern

* Define or select cloth types, including silk, cotton and wool so clothing behaves as it would in the real world

* Clothes can be tailor-made, not just baggy, draped cloth. Inner seam lines for pleats and vents are now possible

* Save and share cloth preset types to drive artist productivity and ensure that clothing is consistent when using the same fabrics on different cloths, characters, etc.

* Access most Cloth functions with MAXScript: TDs will be able to script tools to enhance their production pipelines

Close to 40,000 Discreet 3ds max software artists worldwide already recognize the benefits of the Discreet Subscription Program such as early access to new functionalities, along with the training and tutorial access and other benefits integral to the program. To date, there are six e-learning modules for Discreets 3ds max 7 software that are available free to subscription customers.

3ds max 7 software is available for $3,495. For an annual fee of $440 in North America, 3ds max customers can benefit from the Discreet Subscription Program, and receive valuable web support direct from Discreet with self-paced training options, feature-rich product extensions such as the Cloth Extension introduced today and a broad range of other technology and business benefits. For more information about the subscription program for 3ds max software, contact a Discreet Authorized Reseller or visit www.discreet.com/subscription/.

Discreet's award-winning solutions are designed for digital media creation, management, and delivery across all disciplines from film and television visual effects, color grading and editing to animation, game development, Web/interactive and design visualization. Discreet (www.discreet.com) is based in Montréal, Québec, and is a division of Autodesk Inc., the leading design and digital media creation, management and distribution company.

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Bill Desowitz, former editor of VFXWorld, is currently the Crafts Editor of IndieWire.