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Tips, news, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes stories that make complex VFX, animation, and rendering workflows simple.
Render Farm Pricing Comparison: CB/OB, GHz-Hour, Core-Hour & IaaS Explained
Not all render farm pricing models measure compute in the same way. From core-hour and GHz-hour billing to performance-based CB/OB normalization with per-second usage tracking, each approach impacts both cost predictability and rendering efficiency. This guide explains how these models work, what they include, and how to choose the right one for your production needs.
6 days ago8 min read
From Render Farms to Integrated Pipeline-Aware Cloud Solutions: Why Modern Houdini Workflows Need More Than Just a Farm
From Render Farms to Integrated Pipeline-Aware Cloud Solutions: modern Houdini workflows need more than just a farm. Using Solaris, USD, PDG/TOPs, and integrated cloud pipelines, artists can automate simulations, manage dependencies, and iterate faster, turning complex multi-stage projects into actionable workflows that prioritize creativity
Apr 74 min read
What is a Render Farm and Why Every 3D Artist Worldwide Needs One
Discover what's a render farm, how it works and the key benefirs and tips of using it.
Mar 213 min read
"You’re the Ones Making My Dream Possible” - How Guilherme Powers Big VFX Projects with GridMarkets
“You’re the ones making my dream possible.”
VFX artist Guilherme Casagrandi shares how GridMarkets cloud rendering transformed his studio workflow, letting him focus on creativity and deliver ambitious projects faster.
Feb 192 min read
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