In the world of art and animations, there are many different programs that the user can use in order to create realistic and detailed digital images. These programs often have limited functionality, however, and can only create 2D images. When the user wants to create a more artistic image, he/she needs software that is able to create 3D images. This article will list a number of such programs that are able to not only create 3D images, but also enhance the user's art by providing a number of additional features that are not commonly found in other software.

Blender
Blender is a free, open source suite of 3D image create and editing tools that is able to run on any platform. Blender includes features for modeling, rigging, UV unwrapping, skinning, animating, rendering, texturing, non-linear editing, and compositing. Blender is also capable of creating water, smoke, particle, and other simulations. The software can also be used to create video games, animations, and other visual effects that cannot be created on simple 2D photo editing software. Users can even write their own scripts in Blender and use them to create powerful 3D effects. The software was written in C, C++, and Python and can run on Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, FreeBSD, IRIX, and Solaris. The software can be downloaded at http://www.blender.org/download/get-blender/ .How To Make 3D Images

AutoDesk SoftImage
AutoDesk SoftImage is a 3D image software made specifically for designing and rendering high-quality, 3D facial and body simulations. AutoDesk SoftImage can also be used to create other visual effects such as fireworks, water, smoke, and light. The software can create both moving and still images such as desks, trees, and landscapes. By using both scripts and graphical controls, users are able to create detailed simulations of real events to be used for video games, animations, and other moving images. AutoDesk SoftImage is available for a free trial and can be purchased for $3,790 from http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/pc/index?siteID=123112&id=13571168 .

Effect3D
Effect3D is another 3D image creator used to create elaborate 3D images. Effect3D uses a slightly different method than other image creator software as it allows the user to simply type in text to create objects in the graphical interface. Effect3D includes a database of pre-made images that users can use in their simulations. The software is rather basic when compared to other photo editing software but it does provide an easy solution to creating 3D images and is a very good choice for beginners. Effect3D is available for a free trial and can be purchased for $39.95 from http://www.reallusion.com/e3dstudio/ .

Callipygian 3D
Callipygian 3D is a very easy to use, anaglyph photo editing software that is able to produce full-color anaglyphs in a short amount of time. An anaglyph is simply a still or moving object that is made of many different colors and looks 3D when a copy of the image is placed on top of the original. Callipygian 3D makes this task very easy by providing the user with every tool he/she needs to create anaglyphic images. The software can create flowers, scenery, and other visual effects by combining various colors and images together. Callipygian 3D is completely free and can be found at http://www.callipygian.com/3D/ .

HumanEyes 3D
HumanEyes 3D is an excellent program for anyone who wishes to create powerful 3D images. The software is specifically made for image projects and can be used by photographers, designers, and printers. In fact, photographers, designers, and printers each have their own features that allow them to do their job better. For example, photographers can take a picture and edit it with HumanEyes 3D to create a realistic, 3D image. HumanEyes 3D is available for a 60-day free trial and can be purchased for $199-$200, depending on the specific version that the user needs. The software can be found at http://www.humaneyes.com/ .