• transparency and translucency

    Posted by maureen on April 5, 2023 at 3:36 pm

    how do the effects of transparency and translucency work in 3D rendering software?

    Neil replied 11 months, 1 week ago 9 Members · 12 Replies
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  • lancedaniel

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    April 11, 2023 at 4:23 pm

    Transparency and translucency in 3D rendering software are achieved by adjusting the opacity of the material, where transparent objects allow light to pass through with no distortion, while translucent objects scatter light in different directions.

    • maureen

      Member
      April 18, 2023 at 8:11 am

      thank you for this!!

  • Jr.

    Member
    April 11, 2023 at 7:01 pm

    In 3D rendering software, transparency and translucency may both be changed by modifying the material attributes of the produced object. Although many rendering programs may use various algorithms or methods to generate these results, the fundamental ideas remain the same. 3D artists and designers may produce realism and visually arresting pictures and animations by changing the transparency and translucency of materials.

    • maureen

      Member
      April 18, 2023 at 8:11 am

      thank you for the additional info!

  • jaednath

    Member
    April 12, 2023 at 4:16 am

    You need both to achieve realistic materials in 3D

    • maureen

      Member
      April 18, 2023 at 8:11 am

      right 🙂

  • rafael

    Member
    April 17, 2023 at 1:49 pm

    3D rendering software can achieve two visual effects, transparency and translucency. Transparency involves the ability to see through an object, which is achieved by defining which parts of an object are transparent and calculating how light passes through those areas.

    • maureen

      Member
      April 18, 2023 at 8:19 am

      thank you for your explanation with regards to transparency!

  • Ruztien

    Member
    April 20, 2023 at 4:35 pm

    Transparency is the property of a material that allows light to pass through it. In 3D rendering, transparent materials such as glass or water are created using a transparent shader. Translucency, on the other hand, is the property of a material that allows some light to pass through, but scatters the rest of the light in different directions. This effect is used to create materials such as skin or wax, which have a soft and diffused appearance.

  • Aeronn

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    June 6, 2023 at 3:45 pm

    Transparency and translucency in 3D rendering tools give the appearance of see-through or semi-transparent objects by controlling the opacity and light transmission qualities. This lets light pass through and interact with the surfaces underneath.

  • Diane

    Member
    June 7, 2023 at 10:36 am

    In 3D rendering software, transparency and translucency effects are achieved by accurately simulating the behavior of light as it interacts with transparent or translucent objects, allowing for realistic rendering of materials that allow light to pass through them partially or completely while accounting for factors such as refraction, scattering, and absorption of light.

  • Neil

    Member
    June 7, 2023 at 11:06 am

    In 3D rendering software, the effects of transparency and translucency are achieved through the simulation of how light interacts with different materials. Transparency refers to the property of a material that allows light to pass through it, making objects or surfaces behind it visible. It involves controlling the opacity or level of transparency of a surface, determining the degree to which it obscures or reveals what is behind it. Translucency, on the other hand, refers to materials that allow light to partially pass through but scatter it, diffusing the appearance of objects or surfaces on the other side. This effect creates a softer, less defined appearance compared to transparent objects. Both transparency and translucency are crucial for creating realistic and visually appealing renderings, as they add depth, realism, and visual interest to objects and scenes by accurately representing the behavior of light as it interacts with different materials.

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