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@williamthethird
The best Houdini render farms in 2025
Compare the top 5 render farms for Houdini in 2025: Drop & Render, GridMarkets, Conductor, Fox Renderfarm, and Ranch Computing. Features, PDG, costs & more.
2025-09-12
Products

@dennisfandango
How we built the ultimate Houdini render farm
We've gone through many iterations to create a workflow that is unparalelled in both its simplicity and the amount of control you have over your job.
2025-09-11
Announcements

@florenaux
How we modernized Drop & Render
We spent the last 2 years quietly working in the background to deliver a new standard for render farm platforms.
2025-09-10
Announcements

@harleywrecks
Meet Airen 4D: A New AI Render Engine by Merk
Discover Airen 4D: Merk's AI render engine for Cinema 4D. Fast, smart, promising a creative revolution. Stay tuned for game-changing artistry
2024-02-11
News

@captvart
Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions about Render Farms
Explore essential FAQs about render farms in our blog. Learn about their benefits, pricing, optimization, and top tools for efficient 3D rendering.
2023-12-27
Tutorials

@dennisfandango
How to Use AI and Other Platforms to Start Creating 3D Animations
Here's a guide on how to improve your pre-productions for 3D animators. We will explore how to use AI and other platforms to get inspired and get the best out of ourselves
2023-11-06
Tutorials

@gregoryvillien
Maxon 2024.1 October Release
Explore Maxon's October releases: Dive deep into enhanced features across Cinema 4D, Redshift, Magic Bullet, and more. From motion graphics boosts to seamless software integrations, discover how Maxon is revolutionizing the creative landscape for professionals
2023-10-23
News

@Linus_Dahlgren_
Best workstation build in 2023 for 3D animators
In this article, we will provide you with the best hardware options for your workstation if you are a 3D animator. There are many options available, but how do you get the best performance for your money? Let's find out
2023-10-05
Tutorials

@skyedigitl
ACES Color Workflow and Its Benefits for Cinema 4D Users
Aces workflow is becoming the standard color profile in the animation world. Today, we'll examine its benefits and discuss how you can set it up inside C4D for Redshift, Octane, and Arnold.
2023-10-03
Tutorials

@unchained_visuals
Why Is My Cinema 4D Project Crashing When Rendering?
Here are the possible solutions for when your Cinema 4D project is crashing while rendering. There is a lot that can go wrong so let's try to brake it down.
2023-09-24
Tutorials

@undercoverbananaandspacemonkey
Cinema 4D R2024 Ready On The Farm
Maxon just released the annual new version of Cinema 4D. This release is packed with new features and overall improvements and is now fully ready on our farm.
2023-09-23
Updates

@kodrir
Starting with Redshift on a Render Farm: A Guide for 3D Artists
Unlock the power of Redshift on a render farm. Dive into the pros and cons of Application Rendering vs. Standalone Rendering with Drop & Render. Boost your 3D projects now!
2023-08-08
Tutorials

@ninesidedshape
Rendering with Blender On A Render Farm - The New Revolution.
How to use Blender on a Render farm. Our unique features, like automatic version and settings detection, upfront project checking, and auto-asset collection, ensure a seamless, one-click rendering experience.
2023-08-07
Products

@art_by_williamthethird
Unleashing the Power of Cinema 4D with a Render Farm
Discover how to harness the power of a render farm with Cinema 4D. Boost your 3D graphics with faster rendering times, improved scalability, enhanced productivity, and much more. Sign up now for free credits!
2023-08-07
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