Skydome HDRI - Sunset Clouds IV Texture

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Introduction Skydome HDRI is a groundbreaking collection of high-dynamic range images that showcases only the sky-portion of an outdoor setting. This premium selection primarily features detailed and atmospheric cloudy skies, which provide authentic natural exterior lighting devoid of any artificial sources, capturing every nuanced aspect of sunlight. Description With Skydome HDRI, users gain unparalleled access to exceptionally detailed sunset clouds perfect for advanced image-based lighting applications. However, it's essential to note that only the upper half of the HDRI sphere is included, ensuring seamless compatibility with software like VrayLight when utilizing its Dome-setting. To maintain optimal results, be sure to leave "Spherical: full-dome" unchecked. Resolution Boasting a massive resolution of 12579×3032 pixels, Skydome HDRI enables artists to capture an incredible amount of detail, which can even handle renders up to 8000 pixels in width. This level of resolution allows for precise and accurate lighting, perfect for intricate and detailed visual projects. Backplates Included within the Skydome HDRI collection are stunning backplates captured using 18-megapixel processed images shot through an 8mm Samyang fisheye lens. To achieve perfectly aligned composition, the built-in distortion correction ensures seamless results when combined with compositing software. Exposure Carefully crafted using the Magic Lantern HDR-Bracketing Feature, each HDRI image boasts a wide dynamic range achieved across 7 distinct exposures spaced 2-EV apart, providing artists with immense flexibility in balancing brightness and contrast within their scenes. HDR-rig Designed for exceptional precision, the HDR rig employed consists of a no-parallax system securely fastened atop a sturdy basic tripod. By optimizing the positioning and alignment of equipment, this custom-built rig enables artists to accurately capture every aspect of the scene without any compromise. Camera A reliable Canon EOS 60D is utilized in conjunction with the advanced features provided by Skydome HDRI. Lens Capturing scenes in unparalleled detail, a state-of-the-art Samyang f3.5/8mm fisheye lens with a massive horizontal field of view covering up to 180 degrees is employed. Usage Confused as to what exactly these HDR-images can achieve? Skydome HDRI finds diverse use within the realm of various 3D-formats to recreate visually accurate lighting. When incorporated into 3D scenes, these HDR-images provide artists with endless opportunities to infuse lifelike light conditions, rendering otherwise ordinary visual effects mesmerizingly realistic and bringing them directly into the hyperrealm domain, particularly useful for breathtaking architectural renders as well as meticulously crafted, three-dimensional settings that capture life-like atmosphere.