In this series of lessons we will be taking an introductory look at many of the rendering features found in V-Ray for Maya.

Using the V-Ray rendering engine, we can create highly realistic renders inside of Maya, but understanding how to properly use the rendering features of V-Ray is of critical importance. In these lessons we will explore many tools and concepts of V-Ray such as the various methods for simulating global illumination and understanding when each of these methods should be used. We will also look at the specialized V-Ray lights and how to properly use these lights in order to achieve a high degree of realism. We will also learn how to utilize the V-Ray Sun and Sky to create realistic outdoor lighting, we will learn how to utilize some of the specialized V-Ray materials, how to render our images into multiple passes, and exploring many additional rendering features found in V-Ray.

1. Introduction and project overview

2. Understanding the V-Ray Image Sampler

3. Working with V-Ray lights in Maya

4. Exploring additional V-Ray light attributes

5. Using the V-Ray IES light in Maya

6. Using Maya geometry as a V-Ray light source

7. Overview of the VRayMtl in Maya

8. Refraction attributes of the VRayMt in Maya

9. Getting started with indirect illumination in V-Ray

10. Utilizing Photon Maps in V-Ray

11. Exploring Irradiance Maps in V-Ray

12. Understanding Light Cache in V-Ray

13. Saving and re-using indirect illumination data from V-Ray

14. Creating detailed V-Ray caustic patterns in Maya

15. Using the V-Ray 2-sided material in Maya

16. Working with V-Ray material overrides in Maya

17. Adding V-Ray attributes to Maya cameras

18. Using the V-Ray Sun and Sky features in Maya

19. V-Ray color mapping features in Maya

20. Creating image-based lighting with V-Ray for Maya

21. Rendering smooth geometry with V-Ray for Maya

22. Rendering V-Ray displacements in Maya

23. Using V-Ray Render Elements in Maya

V-Ray for Maya enables the rendering of even larger scenes with greater complexity and artists can rely on a faster rendering process. The comprehensive list of features provided by V-Ray for Maya includes true 3D Motion Blur, Sun & Sky procedural lighting system, Physical camera for matching life footage, Environment Fog, a set of Sub-Surface Scattering shaders and many others. V-Ray for Maya is an indispensable tool that is always there to help artists transform even the most ambitious creative visions into reality for both less time and lower cost without sacrificing quality.

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An in-depth step by step approach to getting started in SLR photography. Master your camera in manual mode for full creative control. Learn about lenses, depth of field and shutter speeds. Follow Karl as he captures stunning landscape images and demonstrates the techniques step by step.

* Creative Composition

By just applying some basic photography composition techniques your photographs can leap from the ordinary to simply outstanding!

* Understanding Light

Discover a whole new world of photographic possibilities by actually understanding the main types of light and their impact on your photography.

* Apertures & Shutter Speeds

If this has slowed you down in the past, worry no more. Karl walks you through these core controls of your SLR camera replacing any confusion you may have with an enthusiasm to get out there and begin experimenting in manual mode!

* How Cameras Work

Cameras, no matter how much they cost all work in roughly the same way. The great news is you really don't have to spend more on your equipment to achieve better photographs. By understanding the simple mechanics of how cameras work will help you realise how similar they all are and how you can get the best out of yours.

* Landscape Photography

Probably the most popular type of photographic theme, but what actually contributes to the perfect landscape photograph? Karl reveals all!

* Capturing Action

Keep the action alive in your photographs, it's not all about freezing the action. Applying some simple settings and a few professional photography tips will make all the difference.

* Optics, Lenses & Focus

Have you ever stopped to think about how your camera's lens affects your photographs? Discover how different lenses change the angle of view and how the resulting perspective can absolutely transform photography results.

* Depth of Field

If the photography text books have confused this for you in the past then prepare to get excited. Karl's clear teaching makes depth of field completely understandable demonstrating the crucial link between apertures and shutter speeds. This fundamental knowledge will get you exploring your creativity every time you take a photo.

* Using Your Camera in Manual

It's just like learning anything really! When you put all the building blocks together and with some practice, your photography will blossom and your skills as a photographer will quickly move onwards and upwards to the next level. Learn to ride that bicycle without the stabilisers!

* ISO and Resolution

It actually isn't that complicated. As you become more in tune with using your camera in manual mode, a basic understanding of ISO and photographic resolution will aid your understanding of capturing the best results in any given situation.

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