In this video we check out the awesome update to the extension HDRI Maker for Blender – a great tool for adding HDRI’s and Domes to Blender for lighting and backgrounds!
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HDRI MAKER HOOKS TUTORIAL
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Introduction
0:11 – Where to find HDRI Maker
1:00 – The difference between the different versions
1:53 – How to install the add-on and HDRI packs
4:10 – Adding an HDRI background with HDRI Maker
6:20 – How to use a transparent background with HDRI Maker
7:51 – How to add an HDRI dome with HDRI Maker
9:34 – Adding custom ground to your HDRI domes
11:21 – Using hooks to change the HDRI domes
13:53 – Creating your own custom HDRI’s
15:58 – Creating HDRI’s directly from your 3D models
19:04 – Adding studio lights
20:57 – Adding volumetric fog with HDRI Maker
