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Unreal: Introduction to Materials

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Get a straightforward introduction to Unreal materials. Learn how to use materials to control the look of your 3D models, including color, transparency, shininess, and more.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
  • What to know
  • Using the exercise files
1. UE4 Material Basics
  • Creating a simple material
  • The UE4 material editor
  • Applying materials to objects
  • UE4 material starting points
2. Editing Materials
  • Material inputs
  • Material Editor nodes
  • Importing textures
  • Using textures with materials
3. Creating PBR Materials
  • What are PBR materials?
  • Creating wood materials
  • Creating plastic and metal
  • Applying logos and decals
  • Guitar string material
4. UE4 Material Effects
  • Transparent materials
  • Emissive materials
  • Metal fresnel effect
  • Animated materials
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Craig Barr

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