Photorealistic Materials and Textures in Blender Cycles - Fourth Edition

Dive into 3D texture and material design mastery with 'Photorealistic Materials and Textures in Blender Cycles'. This book is your comprehensive guide to creating realistic materials, leveraging Blender's Cycles rendering engine, and enhancing your 3D projects. Explore essential techniques for texturing, shading, and rendering, tailored for artists looking to achieve photorealistic results.

What this Book will help me do

• Design visually stunning materials using Blender's material nodes.
• Master texturing techniques including mapping and painting for detailed models.
• Utilize HDRI and lighting setups to create realistic 3D scenes.
• Optimize scenes with camera control for professional-quality renders.
• Gain expertise in rendering lifelike 3D artwork using Cycles.

Author(s)

Arijan Belec, a seasoned 3D artist and Blender expert, shares his extensive knowledge in this guide. With years of practical experience in 3D texturing and rendering, Arijan excels at making complex topics accessible. His passion for teaching and empowering artists shines through this informative and engaging work.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for 3D artists, game developers, and animators who seek to master photorealistic materials and rendering. Beginners with a basic knowledge of Blender can follow along easily, while experienced professionals will deepen their expertise. It's an essential resource for anyone aspiring to create high-quality 3D artwork in Blender Cycles.