Rob Redman
Rob Redman is the editor of 3D World and ImagineFX magazines and has a background in animation, visual effects, and photography. As a 3D artist he created the mothership in the Webby winning Plot Device and was animator on the follow-up; Order up. He has created training for Cinema 4D and Blackmagic Design Fusion artists. He's been a published product and food photographer since the age of 15. As well as being a multi-instrumentalist, Rob is also an avid beard grower.
Latest articles by Rob Redman
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xnZvXcB6WLwFbesfTBHnVF-320-80.jpg)
Download files for 3D World 243
By Rob Redman published
Here you'll find all the files, resources and videos to accompany issue 243 of 3D World magazine.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BxXDMSLsKAbp3xB5FbgFUY-320-80.jpg)
Review: Maxwell Render 4
By Rob Redman published
The latest version of Maxwell produces beautiful results without the speed hit. Could it be the new king of the renderers?
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GY9i3onzjC3u6mtvKd53vN-320-80.jpg)
Build a custom Maya interface
By Rob Redman published
Create the perfect working environment for your needs, using Maya's UI customisation options.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Mixxr5UHiPAZLZkAZTXptL-320-80.jpg)
How to use blend shapes to animate characters
By Rob Redman published
Discover how to use blend shapes in Maya to easily animate your 3D character's face.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/btDhwHAvqcftpCFK3X5NmR-320-80.jpg)
Create a splash effect in RealFlow
By Rob Redman published
Discover how to harness the Crown Daemon to build a realistic liquid splash.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G3UynMsj6gF6iq2GmAGy7n-320-80.jpg)
Prep your work for 3D printing: 8 top tips
By Rob Redman published
Get the most out of your 3D models when prepping for print, and avoid costly mistakes.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/F8S5svwmvnPqibyxCUUukj-320-80.jpg)
Christmas gift guide for 3D and VFX artists under £100/$125
By Rob Redman published
There's still time to get the digital artist in your life a great present for Xmas. Here are some excellent gift ideas...
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xVCSRW4Nfd4qpBMW3KuCxb-320-80.jpg)
Christmas gift guide for 3D and VFX artists over £100/$100
By Rob Redman published
Make the digital artist in your life smile with this brilliantly extravagant selection of Christmas gifts.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LW39W4Bs7P8BdmRTmEsohi-320-80.jpg)
The 5 best 3D tools for October
By Rob Redman published
We select the best new tools for 3D and VFX artists this month.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R579tui2hzj8zYjEeqrLqB-320-80.png)
Cinema 4D R18
By Rob Redman published
Review: Maxon ups the fun and productivity with its latest release.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JP6ioBWJK2i39dsJwKyxyH-320-80.jpg)
10 top Houdini tutorials
By Rob Redman published
Get the most out of Houdini, one of the most capable vfx tools available, with these brilliant tutorials.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KEWXd2o8S7VbMGGnEhvzvR-320-80.jpg)
Create 3D fire effects
By Rob Redman published
Discover how to use Fusion to create 3D fire effects and composite them into your footage.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nPsQ3iStpgYkXgqPjrLweA-320-80.jpg)
The best new tools for 3D artists in July
By Rob Redman published
Tools Five of the latest software updates, plugins and more for 3D and VFX artists.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/87c94088639506b80355d5dbf5431d66-320-80.jpg)
Creating convincing 3D materials
By Rob Redman published
Different elements of material design combine to produce realistic renders
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/518a6b4c94b1c0e486b8f4698872a048-320-80.jpg)
Review: Character Creator for iClone 6
By Rob Redman published
Character Creator allows you to design fully-rigged 3D human models
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/259d0fffe7c59fe2b28dcdee7a9128db-320-80.jpg)
Review: Amberlight 2
By Rob Redman published
Control between one and 12 fields simultaneously, each impacting on the next, for some unpredictable results.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b7b49d0c1bb061832b29e39be30e9ff9-320-80.jpg)
Review: CrazyTalk 8 Pro
By Rob Redman published
CrazyTalk 8 has a clean interface wth a smooth workflow
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AbQpUNxtJjMPZ2knGxmKPV-320-80.jpg)
Download files for 3D World 236
By Rob Redman published
All the files and videos for issue 236 of 3D World magazine.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/786655fa7dbb31226b06eefc4ae5ee9f-320-80.jpg)
The 5 best new 3D tools for June
By Rob Redman published
We select the best new tools for 3D and VFX artists this month.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7ee93b86fabe9e372b9e062e55597eaa-320-80.jpg)
Review: Trapcode Suite 13
By Rob Redman published
Full: $999 Upgrade: $199 Academic: $499
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/33dd695bce1e2b1ca8b4a5692597f6a5-320-80.jpg)
5 best new tools for 3D artists in May
By Rob Redman published
We take a look at the best new tools for 3D and VFX artists this month.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b31a5330f7c9e06fdd9fee14235d60db-320-80.jpg)
Review: Wacom Cintiq Companion 2
By Rob Redman published
£1,200 will buy you the Standard version. The top-end, Enhanced version costs over £2,000
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8a6163c794ff8c2911b75d6c61d5a4ef-320-80.jpg)
The 5 best new 3D tools for March
By Rob Redman published
3D artist Rob Redman picks out the best new tools for 3D and VFX artists this month.