This summary is AI generated
Learning Outcomes:
- Add environment lights to 3D models
- Adjust lighting direction using HDR images
- Understand casting box size 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.
- Adjust render quality for cleaner shadows.
- Visualize casting box to understand shadow computation.
- Balance render quality and smoothness for optimal performance.
- Objects outside the casting box can receive but not cast shadows.
- Utilize high dynamic range images to enhance lighting.
- Transform light direction using layer properties.
