What You NEED to Know About HDRIs in 3DS Max & V-Ray | Archviz Lighting Tutorial

Learn how to create photorealistic 3D visuals and animations with 3DS Max and V-Ray. At Leon51, we specialize in architectural visualization (archviz), CGI interiors and exteriors, realistic materials, lighting, and rendering workflows. Watch our tutorial to see professional techniques in action and elevate your 3D rendering and visualization skills.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn the essential principles for using HDRIs in 3DS Max and V-Ray. Understand how to properly use HDRIs in environment slots, reflections, refractions, and GI without introducing lighting errors or double GI. I also cover when to rely on just GI versus adding lights to your scene, along with extra tools and techniques to make your archviz lighting more realistic and impactful.

Here is a link to the youtube tutorial.

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