What are HDRI images ?
High Dynamic Range Image. A series of photos that are taken at different exposure levels then combined into a HighRange image format. The HDR stores the amount of light every pixel represents instead of on-screen colors that normal bitmaps do. The advantage is greater dynamic range of light and color. Photorealistic lighting at its best.

Why should I use them ?

  • You don't have to spend time lighting your scenes with multiple lighting rigs
  • PhotoRealistic Illumination and Environment Reflections in your 3d scenes
  • Wide-range luminosity data can drastically change the overall light style of your scene
  • Will it work with my 3D Software ?
    Most major 3D software today supports the use of HDRI images while rendering.
    Here is a list of 3d software HDRI tutorials:

  • 3D Studio Max / Brazil r/s
  • 3D Studio Max / FinalRender
  • 3D Studio Max / Vray
  • Maya/MentalRay
  • SoftImage | XSI/MentalRay
  • Lightwave 3D
  • Cinema 4D
  • RenderMan
  • Rhino(Man) + BMRT
  • LightWorks 7.4 (new release)
  • Strata CX
  • Vue Esprit 5
  • Where can I get more info/Tools ?

  • www.debevec.org
  • HDRI Image Viewer
  • Trinisica HDRI explained
  • HDR Shop
  • HTXQGUI 1.01 (XSI Users)
  • HDRtoXSI

    Why are my images rendering too dark ?
    Most likely your "output" or "luminosity" levels are set to default or low values on the HDRI texture map. Consult with your 3D Software applications Help Topics for more information.

    Why are there 2-3 HDRI images Black/White, and not colored like the rest?
    Those specific images had a very saturated color of either BLUE or YELLOW from the harsh lighting in that particular scene. I have converted those sets (2-3) of HDRIs to Black/White so u can still use them as reflective environments. This is pratical so the HDRI doesn't overfill your scene with a saturated color. This will allow you to add any color you would like.

    Any Tips/Tricks using HDRI Disc01 images ?
    Each individual HDRI image set has Environment Reflection and Skylights , try combining different images to create a new unique scene.

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