Photorealistic ArchViz with 3ds Max: Materials and Lighting

A course by TR3S 31 , Photorealistic Visualization Expert

Photorealistic Visualization Expert. Medellín, Colombia.
Joined January 2020

Delve into advanced lighting and material design to create realistic architectural scenes

98% positive reviews (58)
1,856 students
Audio: Spanish
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Delve into advanced lighting and material design to create realistic architectural scenes

The best way to sell an idea is by showcasing it with a highly detailed and realistic image, which is why photorealistic visualization has become a dominant trend in the real estate market. Aware of its value, art director and 3D specialist Juan David Buitrago has made architectural visualization the primary focus at his studio TR3S 31. Using his knowledge of art direction and expertise in 3D environments, he builds nonexistent realities and designs scenes around them.

In this course, learn how to create photorealistic architectural scenes using advanced rendering techniques with 3ds Max and Corona Renderer. Juan David teaches you the secrets to his art while emphasizing the behavior of light and realistic material design.

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What will you learn in this online course?

26 lessons & 26 downloads

  • 98% positive reviews (58)
  • 1,856 students
  • 26 lessons (6h 16m)
  • 26 additional resources (11 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a photorealistic 3D scene, based on a project by TR3S 31, and focus on advanced lighting concepts and material design.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Anyone with a working knowledge of 3ds Max and render engines such as Corona Renderer.

Requirements and materials

A working knowledge of 3ds Max and render engines, such as Corona Renderer, are needed to take this course.

For materials, you need a computer with these programs and the plug-ins Floor Generator and Forest Pack.


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TR3S 31

A course by TR3S 31

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Photorealistic Visualization Expert

Juan David Buitrago is an art director, photorealistic visualization expert, and the founder CEO of TR3S 31 studio. He is passionate about everything 3D, postproduction editing, interior design, and architecture.

TR3S 31 studio was founded over a decade ago and has been evolving ever since; it is currently devoted to architectural and product visualization, postproduction, and interior design.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Approach to photorealism and work references

    • An approach to photorealism and real references
    • Find references and create the mood board 1
    • Find references and create the mood board 2
    • How to set up 3ds Max and Corona Renderer
    • Configure Render Elements
  • U3

    Lighting and framing

    • Develop the look with the Override tool
    • Natural lighting: HDRI or Sky 1
    • Natural lighting: HDRI or Sky 2
    • Artificial and support lighting 1
    • Artificial and support lighting 2
    • Configure cameras 1
    • Configure cameras 2
  • U4

    Advanced materials

    • Floor Generator: Metals and Wood on Planks 1
    • Floor Generator: Metals and Wood on Planks 2
    • Floor Generator: Metals and Wood on Planks 3
    • Floor Generator: Metals and Wood on Planks 4
    • Fabrics and leather 1
    • Fabrics and leather 2
    • Weathered concrete and dirty glass 1
    • Weathered concrete and dirty glass 2
    • Weathered concrete and dirty glass 3
  • U5

    Render and post-production in buffer

    • Test renderings
    • Post-production in Framebuffer 1
    • Post-production in Framebuffer 2
  • FP

    Final project

    • Photorealistic ArchViz with 3ds Max: Materials and Lighting

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Photorealistic ArchViz with 3ds Max: Materials and Lighting. Architecture, and Spaces course by TR3S 31

Photorealistic ArchViz with 3ds Max: Materials and Lighting

A course by TR3S 31
Photorealistic Visualization Expert. Medellín, Colombia.
Joined January 2020
  • 98% positive reviews (58)
  • 1,856 students