Ep8 - Learning about Lighting - Learn with Us: First Playable Grenade Explosion | BFX-U
Light up your VFX skills in this illuminating episode! Get ready for some eye-opening discussions on performance and optimization. We'll shine a light on best practices and encourage you to keep exploring this vast topic. We’ll discuss:
Understanding the art (and science) of lighting effects
Balance visual impact with performance costs
Optimize frame rates for smooth, stunning graphics
Tweaking color, intensity, and other light properties
Remember, great lighting can make your effect pop, but it's all about finding that sweet spot between dazzling visuals and efficient performance. Let's make your explosion not just bright, but brilliant!
If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments below, and if you try our course, tag us on Twitter @Beyond_FX and show us your final VFX!
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00:00 - Intro to lighting
00:50- Thoughts on performance & optimization
03:04 - Creating a light in Niagara
05:40 - Reviewing our light in context with our effect
05:59 - Making changes to our light
09:00 - Closing thoughts
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Credits:
Created by Beyond-FX
1st AC & Editor: Christian Bretz
Social Media Manager: Hunter Wolfe
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