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Sep 19

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.8.2

We're thrilled to announce that the Hive Autorigger has officially exited its Beta phase by adding our latest component - the Quad Leg!  This new rig part allows you to create a broader range of creatures, including horses, cats, dogs, insects, dinosaurs, mech/robots, bipedal werewolves, and more. We've included a... read more →
  • September 19, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Uncategorized
Aug 31

Harvey Newman – Live Chat With Andrew Silke

I had the privilege of being a guest on Harvey Newman's incredible Games Animation podcast. We covered many subjects, notably Zoo Tools Pro, starting at the 52-minute mark. Don't miss the other episodes; Harvey is a skilled interviewer who poses insightful questions. We've been a fan of the series and... read more →
  • August 31, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro
Aug 23

Patch Update – Zoo Tools Pro 2.8.1a

Our recent patch update includes an update to the Tween Machine and the Hive Autorigger. The Tween Machine has a new hotkey, popup window behaviour, and supports curve selection. The Hive Autorigger supports Unreal Engine's IK joints for hands, feet and guns. Hive is now more stable than ever, with... read more →
  • August 23, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Aug 11

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.8.1

The latest version of Zoo Tools Pro, version 2.8.1, has been released! It includes three new tools: the Constraint Toolbox, Joints to Hive Guides, and Multi Import/Reference. The Hive FBX Export tool has received a major update, which now allows for batch exporting and supports the export of multiple animation... read more →
  • August 11, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Jul 12

Tween Machine – Tool Overview

We’ve gone and supercharged Justin S Barrett’s timeless open-source tool Tween Machine for all the animators out there! Our upgraded tool adds super-fast performance to the original. The tool remains highly interactive even with 1600 curves on our most complex rig Natalie. Thanks to Wade Schnieder, who’s taken up the mantle of maintaining the... read more →
  • July 12, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tool Overviews, Zoo Tools Pro
Jun 22

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.8.0

Zoo Tools 2.8.0 is out! The Joint Tool has a new Plane Orient feature perfect for fixing joint alignment issues! Hive Auto-Rigger has a new controls mode, Fix Viewport now supports zooming the focal length, and Light Presets supports inches. Our latest version also features a significant backend update. Hive... read more →
  • June 22, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
May 03

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.7

Zoo 2.7.7 has been released, introducing four new Modeling Toolboxes, an updated Hive Auto-Rigger UI, and a brand new floating shelf! The latest modelling toolboxes consolidate most of Maya's modelling functions into one easily accessible location! These UIs will be featured in our upcoming modelling tutorials and are organised into Objects,... read more →
  • May 3, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Apr 21

Total Control With Hive Autorigger Bendy Limbs

Improve your posing with the Hive Auto-Rigger's new bendy limbs! Add subtle curvature to limbs, or push your toon characters into contorted and exaggerated styles. Our bendable limbs have been designed for speed/performance and usability.    ... read more →
  • April 21, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 21

Ant Bot Animated For Upcoming Training

Ant Bot is gearing up to take center stage in an upcoming, comprehensive, and beginner-friendly tutorial. In this video he's animated and lit. With a focus on ease and clarity, this tutorial will guide you through the entire process of modeling, rigging, animating, and lighting using Zoo Tools Pro in... read more →
  • April 21, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Tutorials, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 21

Ant Bot Rigged For Upcoming Training

Ant Bot is gearing up to take center stage in an upcoming, comprehensive, and beginner-friendly tutorial. In this video he's fully rigged and ready to animate. With a focus on ease and clarity, this tutorial will guide you through the entire process of modeling, rigging, animating, and lighting using Zoo... read more →
  • April 21, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Tutorials, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 14

Ant Bot Training Coming Up

Ant Bot is gearing up to take center stage in an upcoming, comprehensive, and beginner-friendly tutorial. With a focus on ease and clarity, this tutorial will guide you through the entire process of modeling, rigging, animating, and lighting using Zoo Tools Pro in Maya. Whether you're a newcomer or looking... read more →
  • April 14, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Uncategorized
Apr 12

Create A Maya UI Without Knowing Code. Zoo ChatGPT

The Zoo Chat GPT tool  can create a simple two button tool with a right-click menu, and no code knowledge is needed! Se our official Chat GPT page for more information. ChatGPT allows you to access support, and seamlessly write Maya code using natural language, right within Maya 2022 and above! To... read more →
  • April 12, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tool Overviews, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 07

Chat GPT For Maya Codes Random Shaders!

The Zoo Chat GPT tool in this demo assigns random shaders and colors to this robot model. Se our official Chat GPT page for more information. ChatGPT allows you to access support, and seamlessly write Maya code using natural language, right within Maya 2022 and above! To get started, you’ll need to Signup... read more →
  • April 7, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tool Overviews, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 07

Chat GPT For Maya in Zoo Tools Pro!

The Zoo Chat GPT tool allows you to access Maya support, and seamlessly write Maya code using natural language, right within Maya 2022 and above! Se our official Chat GPT page for more information. To get started, you’ll need to Signup (free) and generate your OpenAI API Key . ChatGPT is an advanced language model created by OpenAI . It’s... read more →
  • April 7, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tool Overviews, Zoo Tools Pro
Apr 05

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.6

Introducing Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.6, now compatible with Maya 2024 and boasting a new Chat GPT Window! The innovative Zoo Chat GPT window allows you to access Maya support and seamlessly write code using natural language, right within Maya 2022 and subsequent versions! To get started, you'll need a complimentary... read more →
  • April 5, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Mar 30

Hive Auto-rigger: Improve Posing With Bendy Limbs

Improve your posing with the Hive Auto-Rigger's new bendy limbs! Add subtle curvature to limbs, or push your toon characters into contorted and exaggerated styles. Our bendable limbs have been designed for speed/performance and usability.    ... read more →
  • March 30, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro
Mar 28

Hive Auto-Rigger Now With Bendy Limbs!

The Hive Auto-Rigger is now equipped with bendy limbs! Add subtle curvature to limbs, or push your toon characters into contorted and exaggerated styles. Our bendable limbs have been designed for speed/performance and usability.     [caption... read more →
  • March 28, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Uncategorized
Mar 03

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.5

Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.5f has landed with one of our largest updates yet! Explore the playful side of rigging with the Hive Autorigger's new bendy limbs.   We've added a fast and interactive animation tweener tool, and our... read more →
  • March 3, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Jan 25

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.4

We're  excited to announce the release of Zoo Tools 2.7.4, which includes new features such as Lights, Shaders, and Selection Set marking menus and tools for managing multiple attributes and color adjustments across many selected objects. Plus, many more enhancements. We are continuously working on adding support for VRay and native Maya lights,... read more →
  • January 25, 2023
  • Andrew Silke
  • Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Dec 16

Harvey Newman Zoo Tools Pro Review

Renowned animator Harvey Newman conducted a review of the Zoo Tools software and put the Natalie rig to the test. "In today's video, we are having a look at An Incredible Set of MAYA Tools for Every Occasion - Zoo Tools...now I don't know about you, but I didn't really... read more →
  • December 16, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tutorials, Zoo Tools Pro
Dec 16

New Version – Zoo Tools Pro 2.7.3

In the latest release of Zoo Tools, version 2.7.3, we have added four new templates to the Hive Auto-Rigger, and have made several other enhancements. One of the new features is the automatic snapping of new objects to vertices, edges, or faces upon creation. The focus of this version is... read more →
  • December 16, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Hive, Zoo Tools Pro, Zoo Tools Upgrades
Dec 13

Focus Puller – Tool Overview

The Zoo Focus Puller tool instantly creates a depth of field rig for controlling focus and bokeh in Maya. This automates an annoying time consuming Maya setup. Focus Puller supports Arnold, Redshift, Renderman. Support for VRay is planned. Each render has different settings for controling the amount of depth of... read more →
  • December 13, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tool Overviews, Zoo Tools Pro
Dec 13

Lo-Fi Tutorial – Viewport Lighting, Render & Library

This tutorial that shows how to present your models both in the viewport and render in a raytrace renderer like Arnold. Add your own assets such as the free community rigs here into the Zoo Tools Pro library for Maya. You can also see how to convert lambert shaders to... read more →
  • December 13, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Assets/Presets, Tutorials, Zoo Tools Pro
Dec 08

Lo-Fi Tutorial – Constraints For Animators (Intermediate)

This tutorial shows how to use constraints on referenced rigs, for intermediate animators.
  • December 8, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tutorials
Dec 08

Lo-Fi Tutorial – All Animation Tools (Professional)

Here's an overview of all our animation tools in Zoo Tools Pro for Maya.  This one is aimed at professionals/experienced animators.
  • December 8, 2022
  • Andrew Silke
  • Tutorials, Zoo Tools Pro

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