Master features of the V-Ray 3.4 rendering engine and learn how to extend the range of 3ds Max with V-Ray's state-of-the-art tools, such as progressive sampling, skin and hair shaders, and stereoscopic 3D rendering. This course covers critical V-Ray concepts such as basic material creation, image sampling, color mapping, subdivs, and lighting, as well as creating in-camera effects such as depth of field, motion blur, and caustics.

Topics include:

• Using the new UI elements, Quick Settings, and revamped Frame Buffer
• Understanding color mapping modes
• Adding V-Ray light types
• Working with the V-Ray Sun and Sky systems and dome light
• Using irradiance mapping and light cache
• Working with diffuse color maps
• Making reflective materials
• Creating a translucency effect
• Using the new SSS and skin shaders
• Ensuring quality with image sampling
• Working with the adaptive subdivision engine
• Controlling the physical camera
• Working with FX tools such as VRayFur and VRayMetaball
• Stereoscopic 3D rendering
• Using Render Mask