The ivy generator imports and exports obj+mtl files. Here are precompiled versions for Win32, MacOS, and Linux including the source code of this project under the GNU General Public Licence. The MacOS port was kindly done by Robert Templeton ( Kuroyume's DevelopmentZone ). Gw:Ivy is a plug-in utility for 3DS Max that helps you easily grow ivy plants in any 3D model with as little effort as possible. Start growing ivy.

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Hey all I stumbled upon this one and the timing was perfect as it is exactly what I need for my current project. It's a plugin for 3dsmax that grows Ivy vines (with leaves) around your geometry. The cool thing is that it's a tiny file and its overheads aren't too demanding, although if you push it too far (as I always do) it may make max freak out. But for the most part, put it next to any object in your scene and it will follow the normals of that geometry. It supports max 7-2008 I think (possibly even 2009).

Oh yeah, it's free, too. As for my project, what I need is blood vessels. Nothing precise, but lots of tiny little blood vessels around the major arteries.

So remove the leaves (very easy) and change the material to red: presto! Here's the link: Sorry, I know I'm all excited like a puppy that's playing fetch at feeding time, but this has turned a laborious task into 3D paradise. Can't recommend it enough, so I'm sure the Buzz community ought to get some good use out of it.

The Ivy Generator is one of those ‘free for commercial use’ plugins which adds immense value to your work, yet it doesn’t cost you a dime. Believe me, this nifty little plugin is super easy to use, and has in-depth controls that would put even paid plugins to shame. Ivy Generator has been around for nearly a decade, giving 3ds Max users like us the ability to realistically simulate the growth of Ivy or Creeper plants in our scenes. Using such varied vegetation within the scene gives it that natural photorealistic touch. And using this plugin to its full potential is exactly what I’m going to be showing you today.

In this guide I’ll be laying out all of its features in simple words, so you’ll be up and running in no time. The plugin is based on the standalone version. Also, do checkout his site for examples showcasing the great potential of the Ivy Generator system. To begin, you can download the plugin from here:, just scroll to the bottom for the download link.

While this page also provides instructions on using the plugin, my guide will help you better understand its practical usage. Once downloaded, unzip and put the.dlo file corresponding to your 3ds Max version into your plugins folder. You can then access the plugin in 3ds Max from the geometry rollout under the modifier name Guruware.

How Ivy Generator Works Ivy Generator works best when you’re working with real world scale within 3ds Max. If you already do, just follow the steps: • Select and place the Ivy object with Autogrid on any surface with correct normals. • Now press the ‘Grow Ivy’ button to start the simulation and watch it grow in the viewport.