Real Renders
As a long-time Apple enthusiast, I've always appreciated the sleek design and robust performance of their high-end machines. But when it came to render times, even the M3 Macs fell short, prompting a shift to custom-built PCs designed for GPU-accelerated rendering.
Real Renders
As a long-time Apple enthusiast, I've always appreciated the sleek design and robust performance of their high-end machines. But when it came to render times, even the M3 Macs fell short, prompting a shift to custom-built PCs designed for GPU-accelerated rendering.
Real Renders
As a long-time Apple enthusiast, I've always appreciated the sleek design and robust performance of their high-end machines. But when it came to render times, even the M3 Macs fell short, prompting a shift to custom-built PCs designed for GPU-accelerated rendering.
Project
PhD Research
Role
Researcher & Engineer
Year
2021 - 2026
Microsurface Transformations
I learned how to use a breakthrough in microfacet theory in my 3d production pipeline which revolutionizes surface transformation. By generalizing the construction of anisotropic surfaces from isotropic bases, we've simplified the creation of complex textures. This method, applicable to any 2D transform matrix, enables precise control over surface deformation, enhancing the realism of materials in rendered scenes. Using the GTR distribution, we extend beyond traditional methods, offering a versatile tool for realistic surface detailing in visual effects.
Microsurface Transformations
I learned how to use a breakthrough in microfacet theory in my 3d production pipeline which revolutionizes surface transformation. By generalizing the construction of anisotropic surfaces from isotropic bases, we've simplified the creation of complex textures. This method, applicable to any 2D transform matrix, enables precise control over surface deformation, enhancing the realism of materials in rendered scenes. Using the GTR distribution, we extend beyond traditional methods, offering a versatile tool for realistic surface detailing in visual effects.
Situation
Even the celebrated performance and user-friendliness of Apple products have their limitations. For professionals whose workloads include extensive 3D rendering, the capabilities of even the most powerful M3 Macs weren't cutting it. I reached my threshold with the constrained computational power, which stifled the seamless productivity and efficiency needed for crafting photorealistic visuals in my field.
Situation
Even the celebrated performance and user-friendliness of Apple products have their limitations. For professionals whose workloads include extensive 3D rendering, the capabilities of even the most powerful M3 Macs weren't cutting it. I reached my threshold with the constrained computational power, which stifled the seamless productivity and efficiency needed for crafting photorealistic visuals in my field.
Situation
Even the celebrated performance and user-friendliness of Apple products have their limitations. For professionals whose workloads include extensive 3D rendering, the capabilities of even the most powerful M3 Macs weren't cutting it. I reached my threshold with the constrained computational power, which stifled the seamless productivity and efficiency needed for crafting photorealistic visuals in my field.
Problem
The central pain point was the protracted render times. No matter the prowess of the latest M3 Macs from Apple, they faltered when tasked with rendering high-fidelity 3D scenes—a crucial aspect of my work. This prompted my quest for a more robust computing solution.
Problem
The central pain point was the protracted render times. No matter the prowess of the latest M3 Macs from Apple, they faltered when tasked with rendering high-fidelity 3D scenes—a crucial aspect of my work. This prompted my quest for a more robust computing solution.
Problem
The central pain point was the protracted render times. No matter the prowess of the latest M3 Macs from Apple, they faltered when tasked with rendering high-fidelity 3D scenes—a crucial aspect of my work. This prompted my quest for a more robust computing solution.
Task
In pursuit of enhanced rendering velocity, I built "Julia-1," my first PC, named affectionately after my wife. It was engineered from the ground up to be a rendering powerhouse, supporting rapid GPU-based processes with top-tier efficiency, thanks to the V-Ray compatible hardware that excels in dealing with microsurface transformations, facilitating a transformative boost in rendering speed and capacity.
Task
In pursuit of enhanced rendering velocity, I built "Julia-1," my first PC, named affectionately after my wife. It was engineered from the ground up to be a rendering powerhouse, supporting rapid GPU-based processes with top-tier efficiency, thanks to the V-Ray compatible hardware that excels in dealing with microsurface transformations, facilitating a transformative boost in rendering speed and capacity.
Task
In pursuit of enhanced rendering velocity, I built "Julia-1," my first PC, named affectionately after my wife. It was engineered from the ground up to be a rendering powerhouse, supporting rapid GPU-based processes with top-tier efficiency, thanks to the V-Ray compatible hardware that excels in dealing with microsurface transformations, facilitating a transformative boost in rendering speed and capacity.
Action
Our integration of microfacet theory into the custom-built PC environment, running on both Windows 11 and Linux, significantly elevates surface transformation capabilities. With this theoretical model, we're generalizing the process of building anisotropic textures from simpler isotropic bases, simplifying the texturing workflow for complex surfaces. The method's compatibility with any 2D transformation matrix allows for unprecedented precision in manipulating surface deformations, thus amplifying the realism achievable for materials in rendered scenes. By utilizing the GTR (Generalized Trowbridge-Reitz) distribution, our system transcends conventional texturing techniques, providing a powerful and flexible tool for creating highly realistic surface details within V-Ray's rendering framework.
Action
Our integration of microfacet theory into the custom-built PC environment, running on both Windows 11 and Linux, significantly elevates surface transformation capabilities. With this theoretical model, we're generalizing the process of building anisotropic textures from simpler isotropic bases, simplifying the texturing workflow for complex surfaces. The method's compatibility with any 2D transformation matrix allows for unprecedented precision in manipulating surface deformations, thus amplifying the realism achievable for materials in rendered scenes. By utilizing the GTR (Generalized Trowbridge-Reitz) distribution, our system transcends conventional texturing techniques, providing a powerful and flexible tool for creating highly realistic surface details within V-Ray's rendering framework.
Action
Our integration of microfacet theory into the custom-built PC environment, running on both Windows 11 and Linux, significantly elevates surface transformation capabilities. With this theoretical model, we're generalizing the process of building anisotropic textures from simpler isotropic bases, simplifying the texturing workflow for complex surfaces. The method's compatibility with any 2D transformation matrix allows for unprecedented precision in manipulating surface deformations, thus amplifying the realism achievable for materials in rendered scenes. By utilizing the GTR (Generalized Trowbridge-Reitz) distribution, our system transcends conventional texturing techniques, providing a powerful and flexible tool for creating highly realistic surface details within V-Ray's rendering framework.
Result
Julia-1 is a paradigm shift in custom PC assembly, embodying both form and function in its design. It features an interior crafted for superior ventilation to keep the unit at optimal temperatures, pivotal for sustained periods of intense rendering. The amalgamation of recycled rocket metal in the grey body offers not just an eco-friendly solution but an impressively resilient chassis, containing 70% aluminum, 20% titanium, and 10% carbon fiber, showcasing exceptional thermal properties.
Result
Julia-1 is a paradigm shift in custom PC assembly, embodying both form and function in its design. It features an interior crafted for superior ventilation to keep the unit at optimal temperatures, pivotal for sustained periods of intense rendering. The amalgamation of recycled rocket metal in the grey body offers not just an eco-friendly solution but an impressively resilient chassis, containing 70% aluminum, 20% titanium, and 10% carbon fiber, showcasing exceptional thermal properties.
Result
Julia-1 is a paradigm shift in custom PC assembly, embodying both form and function in its design. It features an interior crafted for superior ventilation to keep the unit at optimal temperatures, pivotal for sustained periods of intense rendering. The amalgamation of recycled rocket metal in the grey body offers not just an eco-friendly solution but an impressively resilient chassis, containing 70% aluminum, 20% titanium, and 10% carbon fiber, showcasing exceptional thermal properties.
Volumetric Realistic Lighting
For volumetric lighting, Julia-1 represents a quantum leap over previous setups. The GPUs’ prowess in accelerating rendering processes allows for light to interact with virtual environments authentically, paving the way for content creators to produce truly volumetric and immersive lighting effects—once a luxury for only well-funded studios.
Volumetric Realistic Lighting
For volumetric lighting, Julia-1 represents a quantum leap over previous setups. The GPUs’ prowess in accelerating rendering processes allows for light to interact with virtual environments authentically, paving the way for content creators to produce truly volumetric and immersive lighting effects—once a luxury for only well-funded studios.
Volumetric Realistic Lighting
For volumetric lighting, Julia-1 represents a quantum leap over previous setups. The GPUs’ prowess in accelerating rendering processes allows for light to interact with virtual environments authentically, paving the way for content creators to produce truly volumetric and immersive lighting effects—once a luxury for only well-funded studios.
Future of Custom Builds
Julia-1 is the inaugural beacon of custom-built computers tailored to overcome the bottlenecks faced by high-end Apple workstations. With its GPUs mounted externally in a manner reminiscent of classic roadster engines, this setup takes inspiration from automotive design, where performance and aesthetics converge seamlessly.
Future of Custom Builds
Julia-1 is the inaugural beacon of custom-built computers tailored to overcome the bottlenecks faced by high-end Apple workstations. With its GPUs mounted externally in a manner reminiscent of classic roadster engines, this setup takes inspiration from automotive design, where performance and aesthetics converge seamlessly.
Future of Custom Builds
Julia-1 is the inaugural beacon of custom-built computers tailored to overcome the bottlenecks faced by high-end Apple workstations. With its GPUs mounted externally in a manner reminiscent of classic roadster engines, this setup takes inspiration from automotive design, where performance and aesthetics converge seamlessly.
Innovation and Evolution
Crafting Julia-1 wasn’t just about assembling parts; it was about reimagining the PC as a dynamic, modular system that could evolve. The use of recycled rocket metal for the case wasn’t just a nod to sustainability; it was a design choice reflecting the tough, high-heat-tolerant nature of space materials. And with just one Julia-1 in existence, it stands as a testament to innovation—promising a potential future where such tailor-made beasts may become the new standard for computational needs beyond the current peak.
Innovation and Evolution
Crafting Julia-1 wasn’t just about assembling parts; it was about reimagining the PC as a dynamic, modular system that could evolve. The use of recycled rocket metal for the case wasn’t just a nod to sustainability; it was a design choice reflecting the tough, high-heat-tolerant nature of space materials. And with just one Julia-1 in existence, it stands as a testament to innovation—promising a potential future where such tailor-made beasts may become the new standard for computational needs beyond the current peak.
Innovation and Evolution
Crafting Julia-1 wasn’t just about assembling parts; it was about reimagining the PC as a dynamic, modular system that could evolve. The use of recycled rocket metal for the case wasn’t just a nod to sustainability; it was a design choice reflecting the tough, high-heat-tolerant nature of space materials. And with just one Julia-1 in existence, it stands as a testament to innovation—promising a potential future where such tailor-made beasts may become the new standard for computational needs beyond the current peak.
Made by
Good
Humans.
Microsurface Transformations
I learned how to use a breakthrough in microfacet theory in my 3d production pipeline which revolutionizes surface transformation. By generalizing the construction of anisotropic surfaces from isotropic bases, we've simplified the creation of complex textures. This method, applicable to any 2D transform matrix, enables precise control over surface deformation, enhancing the realism of materials in rendered scenes. Using the GTR distribution, we extend beyond traditional methods, offering a versatile tool for realistic surface detailing in visual effects.
Microsurface Transformations
I learned how to use a breakthrough in microfacet theory in my 3d production pipeline which revolutionizes surface transformation. By generalizing the construction of anisotropic surfaces from isotropic bases, we've simplified the creation of complex textures. This method, applicable to any 2D transform matrix, enables precise control over surface deformation, enhancing the realism of materials in rendered scenes. Using the GTR distribution, we extend beyond traditional methods, offering a versatile tool for realistic surface detailing in visual effects.