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Paul Gresty
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July 30, 2026
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The Substance 3D OpenPBR documentation is here!

  • July 30, 2026
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The Substance 3D team has put together a comprehensive introduction to OpenPBR aimed at 3D artists of all levels, across any discipline. This is a software-agnostic guide, covering the underlying model, how its layers and parameters work, practical material creation guidance, and an FAQ addressing common questions and pain points.

It covers everything from the basics (what OpenPBR is, how dielectric and metallic materials differ) through to more advanced topics like transmission, subsurface scattering, thin-film, and more, as well as a section on how to avoid some of the most common mistakes.

You can find the documentation right here!