How to work with 3D Assets: Essential Tutorials, Shaders, and Resources

How to work with 3D Assets: Essential Tutorials, Shaders, and Resources

November 21, 2023
Travis Bailey
Welcome to your essential guide for leveraging ActionVFX's 3D assets. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this article will provide valuable insights and resources to help you bring your creative visions to life.


How to Import 3D Models with UDIM Textures

This tutorial covers how to import and apply textures to 3D models, focusing on using UDIMs in various software environments. It provides practical steps for getting set up, so you can be off to the races!

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding UDIMs for high-resolution texture management.
  • Step-by-step guidance on texture application in different software environments.





How to Shade and Render VDBs in Blender

In this video, you'll learn how to shade and render VDB assets in Blender such as Explosions, Meteors, and Smoke Plumes. To follow along download the FREE Blender project and sample VDBs, here.

Free Shader Download

A special thanks to Resilient Picture Company for working with us to provide this awesome Blender Pyro Shader for FREE!

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Expand Your Knowledge

Discover what 3D assets are, the various types of 3D assets, and how to use them in this all-in-one article.

What Are 3D Assets? Learn More About 3D Models, Alembics, VDBs, And More!