Visual Storytelling for 3D ArchViz
A course by Sonny Holmberg , Architect and Visualization Artist
Create a realistic architectural visualization by rendering a sharp composition using 3ds Max, V-Ray and RailClone
Create a realistic architectural visualization by rendering a sharp composition using 3ds Max, V-Ray and RailClone
Architectural visualizations are an opportunity to tell a story of atmosphere, mood, or a desired future. Creating visually striking ArchViz compositions that captivate clients is Sonny Holmberg’s area of expertise. Through his studio Depth Per Image in Copenhagen, he has created unique storytelling experiences with his designs.
In this course, get an in-depth walkthrough of the powerful ArchViz software, 3ds Max. Sonny guides you step-by-step through the design process to create a compelling design with the different software plug-ins. Discover how to craft ArchViz designs that communicate the visual language of any space.
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 27 downloads
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- 22 lessons (3h 20m)
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V-RayWhat is this course's project?
Create an ArchViz image of a residential project in an urban location through a storytelling approach.
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Who is this online course for?
This course is suitable for architects and architectural artists who are interested in creating captivating visualizations.
Requirements and materials
Basic notions of 3ds Max is required.
To take this course, you need access to a computer with 3ds Max installed, as well as the program plug-ins V-Ray, RailCone, Forest Pack, and Quixel Megascans. For the post-production process, Photoshop or similar software is required.
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A course by Sonny Holmberg
Sonny Holmberg is a Danish architect and visualization artist. After studying architecture at the Aalborg University in Denmark, he went on to work as a visualization artist for Henning Larsen Architects in Munich, and a few years later as a 3D artist at Pixelflakes Architectural Marketing in London. After six years abroad, Sonny moved back to Copenhagen and started his own visualization studio, Depth Per Image, which specializes in crafting visual storytelling for architects.
Since 2019, Depth Per Image has worked with clients such as Arkitena, SQ1, Terroir, Störmer Murphy and Partners, Morris+Company, Lundhagem, Tulinus Lind, Loci, Jürgen Engel Architekten, CF Møller Architects, and Sweco. Sonny’s work has received international recognition, such as a nomination for best commissioned image at the CGarchitect 3D Awards in 2020. His work has also been exhibited in the Tromsø Museum and North West Museum and Art Gallery, Terroir.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Site, Building and Facade Modelling
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What Is Visual Storytelling in Architectural Visualization?
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Preparing Scene File, Site and Surrounding 1
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Preparing Scene File, Site and Surrounding 2
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Adding Details with Railclone
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Blocking Out Buildings on Site
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Create a Modular Facade with Railclone 1
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Create a Modular Facade with Railclone 2
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U3
Composition and Set Dressing
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Setting Up a Composition Using Physical Camera
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Lighting of a Scene with an HDRI Dome
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Communicate Camera Drafts with White “Clay Renders” and References
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Gathering and Adding Assets
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U4
Texturing and Rendering
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Basic Texturing With V-Ray
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Apply Materials to Railclone Element
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Texturing Using Quixel Megascans
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Prepare Render Elements and Render Settings
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U5
Post-production
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Compile Render Elements and Get Started with the Post-production
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Base Corrections of Elements in the Image
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Compose and Balance 2D People
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Light and Mood
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Color Grading with Adjustment Layers and Nik Color Efex
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FP
Final project
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Visual Storytelling for 3D ArchViz
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viviangi_giacoman
es un curso super bien explicado y detallado!!
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belortolani
PlusAchei o curso muito didático, bem organizado ebastante direcionado para o que esperava. Fiz algumas adaptações do 3dsMax para Skp mas deu tudo certo. Obrigada
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berenscakmak
I liked the visual qualities of the renderings.
archeomarco83
Great course
rob.woods.42
The title of this course is Visual Storytelling, and so I expected to hear a lot about how to create an image that demonstrates a story. Instead, what we've got is a step by step walkthrough on how to model a building and then render it. I don't want to learn how to design a building and then model it. In practice, a client would have designed a building and then ask me to present it in a visually pleasing way. It doesn't help that the tutor is very dry and the presentation is very 'staged'.