Art of Illusion

3.0.2 3D modeling app for Windows

Tina de Pierre

Tool for creating complex 3D models and animations, suitable for both beginners and experienced 3D artists.

Free and open source 3D animation software download, reviewed by Tina de Pierre
3D modelling and rendering app that lets you manipulate objects and scenes to create detailed animations with powerful tools - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
Well-organized interface - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
Create and manage objects - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
Configure 3D modelling properties and render scenes - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
Free, open source 3D modelling and rendering studio - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
User interface - Screenshot of Art of Illusion
Art of Illusion screenshot
Art of Illusion screenshot
Art of Illusion screenshot
Art of Illusion screenshot
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A 3D modelling and object editing program written in Java.

Art of Illusion is a free and open source 3D rendering program that is capable of creating three-dimensional scenes, shapes and animations.

The program interface is easy-to-understand, yet intuitive and displays the scene you're working on from different perspectives. All of the app's features are accessed through the various menus and windows.

Art of Illusion provides many of the necessary tools to create figures, models, textures, surfaces and shapes. The program works in real-time so workflow isn't bad at all. The shapes created by Art of Illusion's tools are easily morphed with the deformation tool. Lighting and shadow effects are easily achieved.

Overall, Art of Illusion is an exciting free tool which provides a free way to work with 3D objects with an intuitive interface.

Features of Art of Illusion

  • Animation: Create moving objects.
  • Boolean Objects: Combine objects with boolean operations.
  • Camera: View scenes from various angles.
  • Export: Save projects to various formats.
  • Import: Read most popular 3D formats.
  • Layers: Organize objects into layers.
  • Lighting: Simulate global illumination.
  • Modeling: Construct shapes from primitives.
  • Particles: Create and manipulate particle systems.
  • Rendering: Photorealistic results.
  • Scripting: Automate tasks with scripts.
  • Shaders: Supports materials and textures.
  • Surface Tools: Edit meshes and surfaces.
  • Textures: Create and apply textures to objects.
  • Transformations: Move, scale and rotate objects.

Compatibility and License

Art of Illusion has been released under the open source GPL license on Windows from 3D design. The license provides the options to freely download, install, run and share this program without any restrictions. The source code for Art of Illusion should be freely available and modifications are certainly permitted as well as the option to inspect the software.

What version of Windows can Art of Illusion run on?

Art of Illusion can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.

Other operating systems: The latest Art of Illusion version from 2024 is also available for Mac.


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  2. Free 3D Design
  3. Open source and GPL software
  4. 3D Animation Software
Art of Illusion has been picked by our editors as very good.
Art of Illusion has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested Art of Illusion 3.0.2 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.