Re[2]: Reflection Maps creating

Date : Mon, 26 Dec 2005 10:17:25 -0500
To : Bernard Lebel <XSI(at)Softimage.COM>
From : Christopher <walksfar(at)netscape.ca>
Subject : Re[2]: Reflection Maps creating
Hello Bernard, thank you for your help.  I am gonna look into some
reflection map packs or HDR packs.

Christopher

Sunday, December 25, 2005, 5:28:44 PM, you wrote:

> I usually use something constrasted, not too much detailed. I find
> that too high-res maps or too detailed ones can cause some distracting
> effects when the reflective object moves, in fact, I think a slightly
> blurry map works good in most cases. For static object and camera, a
> more detailed map can be nice.

> Also, observe how reflections are on objects. If this is for outside
> shots, consider having a mass of color for the sky, one for the
> ground, and a little details when they meet at the horizon. For more
> "studio" like shots, consider having large light squares (diffusers)
> on a very dark background. Good observation will yield more valuable
> results than anything else.

> Also definitely check out for HDR images.


> Cheers
> Bernard



> On 12/25/05, Christopher <walksfar(at)netscape.ca> wrote:
>> Hey guys anyone know how to create half decent looking reflection
>> maps.  I have searched google, searching and searching and nothing
>> half decent comes up if anyone can guide me please
>>
>> Thank You
>>
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