Artist Brief: Technology Trends 2026

At TurboSquid, our goal has always been to position artists for success by providing the data, insights, and infrastructure needed to create content customers are actively searching for. More recently, TurboSquid and Shutterstock Content Strategy teams have been sharing information. Subsequently, we’ve created this Technology Content Brief based on current customer search trends. These insights are designed to help 3D …

Sell Better with StemCell – 3D Standardization

Why Standardizing 3D Modeling with StemCell Matters When StemCell launched, many 3D artists asked:“Is standardization in 3D modeling really worth the effort?” The short answer: Yes. And now, we have the data to prove it. What Our Data Reveals When we look at customer surveys and marketplace performance, the message is clear: That’s why the StemCell certification program delivers native …

An Important Update on the Future of PixelSquid

We regret to announce that we will begin winding down PixelSquid, our 3D content platform for 2D creators, with full marketplace closure expected in the second half of 2025. Launched in 2015, PixelSquid has provided designers with access to photorealistic, rotatable 3D objects tailored for 2D workflows. The platform gained recognition for offering creative professionals a novel way to integrate …