This summary is AI generated
Learning Outcomes:
- Add environment lights to 3D models
- Adjust lighting direction using HDR images
- Optimize render quality for shadows
Level: Advanced
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, 3D Modeling, Lighting, Rendering
Key Insights
- Use environment lights for effective 3D model illumination.
- Enable casting shadows for realistic lighting effects.
- Understand the importance of casting box size in shadows.
- Visualize casting box to optimize shadow computation.
- Balance render quality and smoothness for efficient rendering.
- Objects outside the casting box won't cast shadows.
- Utilize high dynamic range images for enhanced lighting.
- Adjust Y rotation to change lighting direction easily.
- Higher render quality improves shadow clarity.
- Manage memory usage by optimizing render settings.
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