Blog

Welcome to our Blog. Here you can find news on events, product updates, customer stories and much more.

11th September 2020

Mclaren 570 - Blender and HDR Light Studio

We spoke to Steven Hellemans to find out how HDR Light Studio helped him light his latest beautiful set of automotive...
8th September 2020

Daniel Vesterbaek: Choosing Blender for Automotive Rendering

Lightmap speaks to commercial 3D artist and long-term Blender user Daniel Vesterbaek.
8th September 2020

Craig Dockerill - My Blender 3D Hobby

Craig pursues 3D art as a hobby, is a keen Blender user and an early champion for the Blender Connection.
28th April 2020

Stefanie Braun: Light Reveals Character

Technical car visual specialist Stefanie Braun guides us through the process of creating the perfect workflow.
18th March 2020

Mondlicht Studios: Creating Atmosphere

The process of lighting Mercedes-Benz EQC Black Edition CGI, described by Dmitriy Glazyrin and Maksym Khirnyy.
19th February 2020

Mr Black Bushfire Relief Edition

$50k raised for Wires Wildlife Rescue to help the bushfire crisis... with a little help from HDR Light Studio.
24th January 2020

Alex Trochut: Dominating the Language of Art

A multifaceted artist, Alex Trochut, answers questions that many 3D artists would like to know the answer to.
13th January 2020

Duncan Dix: CGI Behind the Scenes

Duncan Dix, 3D artist, talks about his thinking and design decisions during the completion of his 4 automotive projects.
6th December 2019

Simon Smalley: Living and Breathing Art

Interview with Simon Smalley, revealing his experiences of creating content using LightWave3D and HDR Light Studio.
14th November 2019

Dmitriy Glazyrin: How to Excel in the CGI Industry

Co-Founder of Mondlicht Studio recounts his journey as a CG artist and shares his tips for achieving success.
13th September 2019

James Darknell: Improving as a 3D Artist

Check out James' journey to 3D and his advice on how to continue to evolve as a 3D Artist.
26th July 2019

Jordi Sans Gassó: From Student to Pro

Find out how with the help of HDR Light Studio, Jordi has evolved from being a student to a pro.
24th April 2019

Paul Gawman: Striving for Excellence

Lightmap recently chatted with Paul Gawman, an award-winning Sydney-based Digital Artist. A native Brit, with over two...
13th March 2019

Toby Lee: Becoming a 3D Artist

An automotive CGI specialist with a ‘never give up’ attitude, reveals his tough journey to becoming a 3D artist.
28th February 2019

Muharraqi Studios – Air Arabia

A CG Art Studio shares their journey on completing the aircraft’s new branding for Air Arabia airline.
31st January 2019

Ben Greenfield: The Final Piece I Needed

Read this inspirational story about a CGI and Retouching Artist who initially didn’t seek out an artists’ career.
28th November 2018

Thule: Heightening the Customer Experience

Thule’s 3D artist, Norbert Nagel, shows inquisitiveness after witnessing the benefits of HDR Light Studio.
14th November 2018

Luminous Creative Imaging: Dope Not Broke

Lighting efficiently and with speed presents realistic results, as seen in MSI's new campaign on motherboards.
6th November 2018

Cinema 4D Artist: Matteo Rossi - Omega Speedmaster Project

The role of HDR Light Studio highlights its importance in the completion of a watch project.
2nd November 2018

Declan McGurry: Destined to Create

Hear Declan McGurry’s story on how he started enjoying the process of lighting and crafting light like a photographer.
26th October 2018

Maya Artists: Troublemakers - Alhambra Campaign

The animation workflow used in Alhambra campaign demonstrates the versatility of HDR Light Studio.
16th October 2018

Wonder Vision: Passion for Detail

Lightmap visits Wonder Vision studios and interviews the co-founders about their passion for creative detail.
25th September 2018

Midcoast Studio: Driven to Succeed

Talented people at Midcoast Studio talk about their flexible practices for creating the most realistic renders.
12th September 2018

Cinema 4D Artist: Declan McGurry - Capturing the Legend of...

Cinema 4D artist demonstrates the importance of precise lighting, specific to the model, to induce realism.