WHO ARE WE?
With a national coverage model including points of sale in Montréal, Toronto and Vancouver, 3vis is the largest Media & Entertainment reseller in Canada that supplies 3D software for the video game, film, television and architecture industries. 3vis, certified as an Autodesk Premier Solution Provider (PSP), offers a wide range of Autodesk products and complementary solutions.
3vis is the only reseller to offer a complete services package. 3vis Service Center provides specialized solutions and adapted services to ensure your company’s success.
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NEWS
> 3December Live Event Now Online
Montreal, December 3rd 2009, Autodesk was presenting 3December™ – the annual worldwide celebration of 3D computer graphics and the artists who create them.
Missed the event? You can now watch online the live event on The Area.
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> Autodesk Whitepaper: The New Art of Virtual Moviemaking
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The New Art of Virtual Moviemaking: Virtual Production processes are set to transform the way filmmakers and their teams create high quality entertainment.
This White Paper produced by Autodesk will help directors, production designers, art directors, visual effects supervisors, cinematographers, and other film professionals better understand the concept of "Virtual Moviemaking".
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> New Book about Quebec Gaming Industry
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This book is a guide recently released which offers an intimate look at Quebec’s video game industry. It features interviews with studio heads and other people in the industry.
The book costs $25 and can be purchased at Lien Multimédia's online store.
You can read The Montreal Gazette review here.
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PRODUCTS
> Pixologic Presents ZBrush 3.5 R3
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 ZBrush 3.5 aims to bring you creative freedom and an end to technical constraints. With new features like ZSpheres II, ZSketch, Quick Sketch, Surface Noise, Planar brushes and many other new enhancements, your art will reach a whole new level.
We invite you to discover the main new additions to ZBrush 3.5 - enhancements that are the foundation for the upcoming ZBrush 4! In addition, both versions are free upgrades for all registered ZBrush users!
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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> Muster 6 is Now Available
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 Virtual Vertex is pleased to announce the availability of Muster 6, the latest version of its render farm management system. Available natively for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux, with a redesigned interface and workflow.
Users that purchased Muster 5 after May 29, 2009 are eligible for a free upgrade to Muster 6.
New features in Muster 6 are available in the What's new in Muster 6 document.
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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> V-Ray 1.50 Service Pack 4a for 3ds Max is released
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 The newest build, V-Ray® 1.50 Service Pack 4a for 3ds Max®, is available from the download section of the Chaos Group site.
The upgrade is free of charge for all current V-Ray for 3ds Max customers of Chaos Group.
The V-Ray® 1.50 Service Pack 4a is compatible with Autodesk® 3ds Max® 8, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 9, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2008, 3ds Max® 2009, Autodesk® 3ds Max Design 2009, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2010, Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design 2010.
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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PROMOS
> Autodesk: Upgrade by January 15, 2010 and Save 10%
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Stay competitive with the latest Autodesk software for Media & Entertainment.
Save Up to 10% on Eligible* Autodesk Software when you Upgrade with Subscription:
Autodesk Subscription is the most convenient and cost-effective way to keep your software up-to-date. Plus, when you upgrade with Subscription before January 15, 2010 you’ll enjoy up to 10 percent savings on your upgrade.
* Upgrades and cross-grades from AutoCAD LT 2007, 2008, 2009 software are not eligible for this sales promotion
Autodesk 2007 Software Retires
If you hold licenses for Autodesk 2007 products that are retiring, you have a limited time to upgrade. As of March 16, 2010, you’ll no longer receive upgrade pricing or technical support for these products. If you want the latest software after that date, you’ll have to pay for a new license at full price. Versions being retired include:
Autodesk® VIZ 2007
Autodesk® 3ds Max® 9
Autodesk Maya Complete 8.5
Autodesk Maya Unlimited 8.5
Autodesk MotionBuilder 7 & 7.5
Is Your Software Being Retired? Click here to see the complete product list.
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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> Autodesk Softimage: Migrate by January 15, 2010 and save up to 50%
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 Take Advantage of this Limited-time Offer
For a limited time, you can take advantage of Autodesk® Softimage® and receive significant savings.
Benefit from using Autodesk Softimage software for production-proven 3D animation software for games, film and television. The latest software introduces ICE (Interactive Creative Environment) - an open, scalable platform that allows anyone to extend the capabilities of Autodesk Softimage quickly and intuitively using a node-based dataflow diagram. This means that 3D artists can create complex 3D effects and tools extremely quickly without writing code. Act now and save.
Top Reasons to Upgrade to Softimage 2010
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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> Learn Vue 8 xStream and Infinite at No Cost!
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The Vue 8 xStream / Infinite Personal Learning Editions are now available! Train yourself and learn Vue 8, using the latest advances in Digital Nature Creation tools, such as the new terrain editor, the strata filter, Spectral™ 3 atmospheres, direct reposing of rigged meshes, support for V-Ray for Maya (xStream only) and a lot more are now directly accessible in the PLE!
The V-Ray® 1.50 Service Pack 4a is compatible with Autodesk® 3ds Max® 8, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 9, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2008, 3ds Max® 2009, Autodesk® 3ds Max Design 2009, Autodesk® 3ds Max® 2010, Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design 2010.
The Personal Learning Edition (PLE) is a fully functional version of Vue 8 xStream/Infinite.
Download the Vue 8 PLE now!
For more details or to request a quote, please send us an email at sales@3vis.com.
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EVENTS
> JAN 13: Autodesk Webcast: Autodesk 3ds Max Tips & Tricks
Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PST)
Keynote Speaker: Louis Marcoux, Gary M. Davis and Mark Noland
Join Louis Marcoux, Gary M. Davis, and Mark Noland, Autodesk Technical Specialists, to hear about their favorite production tips and tricks in Autodesk® 3ds Max®.
Many of these tips and tricks are best practices that will increase the productivity and creativity of your daily work. You'll also learn some of the latest features and techniques being used at the most innovative studios.
Info & Registration
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> JAN 14: Autodesk Webcast: Autodesk Maya Tips & Tricks
Thursday, January 14, 2010, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. PST)
Keynote Speaker: Steven Roselle, Marcel de Jong and Lee Fraser
Join Steven Roselle, Marcel de Jong, and Lee Fraser, Autodesk Technical Specialists, to hear about their favorite production tips and tricks in Autodesk® Maya®.
Many of these tips and tricks are best practices that will increase the productivity and creativity of your daily work. You'll also learn some of the latest features and techniques being used at the most innovative studios.
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> JAN 26-28: Qube! Certified Administrator Training
Qube! Certified Administrator Training in Toronto, Ontario at *STARZ ANIMATION* on January 26 – 28, 2010.
PipelineFX is proud to offer certification training on Qube! render farm management software. The Qube! Certified Administrator (QCA) certification validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot render farms used in digital media production. The curriculum is designed for technical support staff, render pipeline engineers, Qube! reseller implementation and pre-sales engineers, IT consultants implementing Qube! for render farms, R&D engineers, render wranglers and IT personnel charged with deploying and/or managing a render farm. Training includes extensive hands-on lab time.
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> JAN 27 - FEB 1: SPARK FX 10
January 27 - February 1, 2010
Vancouver, BC
 SPARK FX 2010: 10 films, 15 speakers and panels, 1 party and hundreds of industry attendees. With a mission to ignite creative and collaborative fire, Vancouver ACM SIGRAPH presents SPARK FX ’10. In its third year, this prestigious week-long speaker series, educational forum and film festival informs and inspires professionals, pioneers and enthusiasts in the world of visual effects. Through panels and presentations, attendees will gain insight into the evolution and latest techniques of the industry, as well as exposure to recent and leading artistic and technological advancements.
Mark your calendars and break out your sci-fi costumes - the party starts January 27, 2010. See you there!
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For more details or to send general comments, please send us an email at marketing@3vis.com.
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