CHAPTER 1
Scene
1.1 The 3D Scene
A typical 3D scene has several elements which generate a scene when combined. You can think of setting up a 3D scene in the same way you would set up a photography studio (image above). First, you will need something to take a picture of (your meshes). Second, these meshes will have materials on them such as wood, cotton, or metal. Third, you need to provide lighting to the scene with one or more lights. And finally, you need a camera to take the picture with (rendering). The term rendering is the act of taking a picture of your scene through your virtual camera using the lighting, material and meshes you have ...
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