Exhibitor Sessions

    Monstrous Advancements in CGI: RenderMan Studio 18


    Wednesday, 20 November

    15:00 - 16:00

    Convention Hall A


    Monsters University, Pixar’s latest feature film, delivered new levels of visual sophistication. Come learn about the exciting advancements in shading and lighting technology that made it possible, with focus on key features like RenderMan’s Physically Plausible Shading. During this presentation, Dylan will demonstrate the new lighting and shading tools in RenderMan Studio 18, showcasing geometric area lights, path tracing, and a host of cutting-edge features. Along with a special screening of The Blue Umbrella, you will see how easily these powerful new features in RenderMan can be used in your own VFX.


    Dylan Sisson
    Technical Artist
    Pixar Animation Studios