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Hi-res stock photos REALVUE3D As reviewed on page 56, RealVue3D is 3D visual-simulation software for print media. It provides an innovative way to design, present and approve jobs or ad placements via a 3D document viewer. The output of the system is a platformindependent Java file that allows any computer user to display the print document, turn the pages, rotate the viewing angle and zoom into detail. The system enables viewing conditions and print characteristics to be varied, such as stock weight, finish and texture. The software offers a host of advanced features such as mimicking the looks of local and global varnish, binding, paper thickness, template and branding options. www.ffei.co.uk
This month, Digital Arts has teamed up with Shutterstock to offer you a full library of high-resolution stock images. The images are large enough to be used at A4 at 300dpi – enabling you to use them across a whole page, or crop into fine details without losing quality. These images are royalty-free and can be used in your commercial work. Shutterstock is a subscription-based resource for over 2.5 million premium, royaltyfree stock images, including photography, vectors, and illustrations. www.shutterstock.com
Behind the Tales... Prime Focus London has provided us with a behind-thescenes look at its visual-effects work on the forthcoming movie Tales of the Riverbank, an updated version of the classic kids’ TV show. The video breaks down a number of the film’s key VFX shots to show how they were completed, mixing miniature sets, puppets and CG animation for a seamless result. The shots include a look inside the WMD factory with CG bubbling marmalade, and an assault on the factory by the heroes in a plane and a jeep.
www.primefocuslondon.com
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