Pixologic
Overview
Pixologic is a software company that specializes in the development of digital sculpting software. The company is best known for its flagship product, ZBrush, a digital sculpting tool that combines 3D/2.5D modeling, texturing and painting. Founded in 1997 by Ofer Alon and Jack Rimokh, Pixologic has since become a leader in the field of digital art software, with its products being used extensively in the film, game, and design industries.
History
Pixologic was founded in 1997 by Ofer Alon and Jack Rimokh. The company's first product, ZBrush, was released in 1999. The software was groundbreaking in its ability to allow artists to sculpt digital models in a manner similar to traditional clay sculpting, a feature that set it apart from other 3D modeling software of the time.
In the years following the release of ZBrush, Pixologic continued to innovate and improve upon the software. The company introduced a number of significant updates and new features, such as the addition of 2.5D painting capabilities, the introduction of the ZSphere modeling tool, and the implementation of the DynaMesh system for dynamic topology. These advancements have contributed to ZBrush's status as a leading tool in the digital art industry.
Products
Pixologic's primary product is ZBrush, a digital sculpting tool that is used for creating high-resolution models for use in movies, games, and animations. ZBrush allows artists to paint directly onto a 3D model, and includes a variety of tools for creating and modifying 3D models, including brushes, textures, and materials.
In addition to ZBrush, Pixologic also offers a number of other software products. These include Sculptris, a free digital sculpting tool; ZBrushCore, a streamlined version of ZBrush designed for casual users and hobbyists; and ZBrushCoreMini, a free version of ZBrushCore intended for beginners.
ZBrush
ZBrush is a digital sculpting tool that combines 3D/2.5D modeling, texturing, and painting. It uses a proprietary "pixol" technology which stores lighting, color, material, and depth information for all objects on the screen. This allows for more realistic rendering of 3D models and more complex detailing.
ZBrush includes a variety of tools for creating and modifying 3D models. These include brushes for sculpting and painting, materials for creating different surface textures, and tools for creating and modifying 3D geometry. ZBrush also includes a number of advanced features, such as the ability to create and modify UV maps, the ability to create and modify displacement maps, and the ability to export models in a variety of formats.
Impact and Usage
Pixologic's software, particularly ZBrush, has had a significant impact on the digital art industry. The software's unique approach to digital sculpting and its powerful set of tools have made it a popular choice among professional artists and designers.
ZBrush is used extensively in the film, game, and design industries. It has been used in the creation of many high-profile films, including the Lord of the Rings trilogy, the Star Wars prequels, and the Matrix series. In the game industry, ZBrush is used to create detailed character models and environments. In the design industry, ZBrush is used for product and architectural visualization.