I’ve modelled a car, but I want to add the shadow of it on the ground - What is the simplest way to do this?
I tried googling it, but I couldn't really find anything....
I really hope someone can help me out here...
Thanks in advance guys!!!!!
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Adding Shadows?
I’ve modelled a car, but I want to add the shadow of it on the ground - What is the simplest way to do this?
I tried googling it, but I couldn't really find anything....
I really hope someone can help me out here...
Thanks in advance guys!!!!!
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Create a light. Turn shadows on. Aim it at your object. Adjust light position to your liking. Render and see the results.
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I've had a quick look and it worked :attn: I'll check it out properly though when I've got alittle more time!!!
Thanks again for the help, good stuff!!!!
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I've used an area light pointing on my scene (a car, on the ground with a few buildings etc) and the light is good, but I just want to make the shadows more darker (they are a little to light)
When I make the area light bigger it darkens my shadows, but it also brightens up my scene too much!
- In other words, How can I darken the shadows without altering the light?
Thanks again, I'll make this my last query I promise
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I'm using Depth map shadows! The light is above my scene pointing at an angle!!!
Just wish the shadows looked alittle darker though!
I'll have a play around with them other lights!
thanks again!
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