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Inkworks 1.5 is a plug-in for Maya 5 and 3ds max versions 5 and 6. The Inkworks renderer allows users to give their 3D objects and 3D animations the typical cartoon look common in animated films without having to deal with the special requirements involved in creating cartoon animations.
In addition, Inkworks 1.5 works directly with Animo, the industry standard in digital 2D animation. Users of the plug-in can incorporate 3D objects processed with cartoon shaders into their 2D animations. 3D world files can be prepared for use in the optional Animo module Scene III. In addition, Inkworks can also generate level files (cels) for direct use within Animo.
Inkworks is available now and costs around 169 euros.
