Lightscape 3.2 Advanced Indoor Rendering Tutorial (1CD)

Author: Shao Pei
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Lightscape is currently one of the most renowned lighting rendering software globally. It incorporates three major technologies: ray tracing, radiosity, and advanced rendering. Originally developed for SGI workstations, it was later ported to PCs. After version 3.11, it was integrated into Autodesk's Kinetix company and released version 3.2, becoming a powerful tool for interior and exterior designers as well as film and television production professionals to create photorealistic renderings. The examples in this book are carefully selected based on the author's years of practical experience. Following five classic cases, it provides a detailed and standardized explanation of the process of creating photorealistic renderings using Lightscape. The examples thoroughly analyze lighting placement in 3dsmax, parameter settings in Lightscape, and post-processing techniques in Photoshop. The book is well-structured, illustrated, and progresses from simple to complex. The workflow of the examples also highlights Lightscape's powerful functions for readers. In addition to the compelling examples and detailed explanations, each section includes valuable knowledge points, many of which are highly practical techniques in rendering production, such as: eliminating shadow leaks and jagged edges; the application of IES files and Lightscape tiles; setting up materials with blurred reflections, etc. All of these are the result of the author's accumulated experience over the years. Furthermore, the chapter summaries and tips will help readers review and reinforce their knowledge while identifying key points. Additionally, the accompanying CD-ROM provides all scene files and textures for the readers, and the book also includes valuable IES files and some auxiliary software for rendering production, which are sure to bring readers unexpected surprises and gains. This book is not only suitable for technicians in fields such as computer-aided interior design, architectural design, film and television production, and lighting design, but also for students in related majors of art academies and computer enthusiasts for reference.