Filename
Sets the file used by the node.
Choose the source file here. If the project will be moved to another workstation, keep the path portable or collect the media with the project.
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USD / 3DIntermediate
uImagePlane
Image card in a USD scene
Creates a USD image plane from an external image with size, transform and separate-stage export controls.
uImagePlane
DaVinci Resolve · Fusion
uImagePlane places a flat textured card directly into the USD scene. It is useful for references, backplates, billboards, matte cards, projection helpers and other cases where a 2D image needs a 3D position.
Overview
What uImagePlane does
uImagePlane places a flat textured card directly into the USD scene. It is useful for references, backplates, billboards, matte cards, projection helpers and other cases where a 2D image needs a 3D position.
Mental model
Think of uImagePlane as a photograph mounted on a flat card in 3D space: Filename chooses the picture, Size defines the card, and Transform positions it relative to the camera and scene.
Common uses
Backplates and reference cards
Billboards
Matte cards
Projection/layout helpers
Flow anatomy
Inputs & outputs
The port structure shows how this node fits into a Fusion graph.
Stage / USD Input
USD stage data processed by this node.
uImagePlane
Fusion node
Stage Output
The resulting USD stage.
Inspector
Important parameters
Start with these controls before reaching for more complicated workarounds.
Browse
Opens a file browser for the related path or resource.
Size
Sets the base dimensions of the image card.
Export as Separate Stage
Packages the image plane as an independent USD stage/layer.
Translation X / Y / Z
Positions the card in scene space.
Rotation Order
Sets the 3D rotation order.
Defines the order in which the three rotation axes are evaluated.
Rotation X / Y / Z
Sets rotation on the X, Y and Z axes.
Pivot X / Y / Z
Sets the transform pivot.
Lock X/Y/Z
Links the X, Y and Z values for scale.
Scale
Sets the overall scale.
Use Target
Orients the plane toward a target when supported.
Practical setup
A reliable workflow
- 1
Choose the source image.
- 2
Set card size and aspect intent.
- 3
Position it relative to the intended uCamera.
- 4
Use target orientation for billboard-like behavior only when appropriate.
- 5
Merge the plane with the shot stage.
- 6
Check filtering and perspective in uRenderer.
Typical node chain
Image File→
uImagePlane→
uMerge→
uRenderer
Examples
Where this node fits in real work
Reference backplate
Place a reference image behind USD geometry for layout and camera matching.
uImagePlaneuCamerauMergeuRenderer
Billboard card
Place a textured plane in the scene as a simple 2.5D element.
uImagePlaneuTransformuMergeuRenderer
Troubleshooting
Common mistakes
Treating the image plane as screen-space footage rather than 3D geometry.
Ignoring the camera perspective and placing the card at an arbitrary depth.
Using excessive scale instead of setting an appropriate base size.
Production notes
Practical tips
Use uImagePlane for simple cards; use regular 2D compositing when the image does not need 3D parallax.
Keep reference/backplate planes on clearly named USD branches.
Verify the image color interpretation when the plane is part of final output.
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