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A bump map is a separate layer material that adds detail to your image when rendered
Transparent images allow you to place the image on top of another where the background will show through and the pixels are transparent
Images can be used to add realism to a 3D view without the many surfaces generated by a symbol
A solution to making realistic looking large bodies of water
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Are you just starting out with Chief Architect? Do you want to get a better Raytrace?
Here are videos to help you. More will be added soon. Learn what a bump map is and how to make your own. Learn how to make your Raytraces more realistic.
Do you have a question about textures or Raytracing?
If I have the answer, I will be glad to do a video for you. There is no charge! Hopefully, I can bring to you a few ponters that will be helpful to you.
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Looking for more video tutorials? Go to ChiefTutor.com and you will find lots and lots of videos from kitchen design to roofs. There is just about everything you can ask for there.
I also have some tutorials on Raytracing and materials there. Click on ChiefTutor.com and you will be directed to the website.
Having problems with the materials not lookring right? Watch this tutorial and you will find out how to get better results.
See how to imitate the look of detailed hardware for your cabinets
Learn about light sources in PovRay
Learn about light sources in PovRay part 2
Learn the basics of spotlights
Learn the basics of spotlights and getting more in depth
The rest of the Raytrace tutorial videos will be added soon.
2 easy ways to change the color of your materials in Chief Architect