Photorealism Courses and Certifications

Maya: Rendering in Arnold 6

The Arnold renderer in Maya makes photorealism easier than ever. Learn to light, shade, and render using the powerful tools in Arnold 6.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Matte Painting of Imaginary Worlds in Photoshop

Explore composition and lighting to create a photorealistic scene of a fantasy world using digital techniques

• Domestika
• 3 hours 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Substance Painter: Photorealistic Techniques

78 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to create a photorealistic material in Substance Painter, a real-time 3D painting tool that allows visual artists to create detailed materials.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Abstract 3D Art

Combine different digital tools to create photorealistic illustrations from concept to completion

• Domestika
• 2 hours 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Maya: Rendering in Arnold 6

50 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

The Arnold renderer in Maya makes photorealism easier than ever. Learn to light, shade, and render using the powerful tools in Arnold 6.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 4 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Unreal Engine and Quixel Megascans: Architectural Visualization

29 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Quickly create photorealistic architectural scenes using Quixel Megascans, a library of scanned assets and powerful tools that you can use for free with Unreal Engine.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Creating a Photorealistic Scene with 3ds Max and V-Ray

17 ratings at Pluralsight

If you want to learn how to quickly create extremely realistic renders, this course is for you. You'll use multiple tools within 3ds Max to create a gorgeous photorealistic scene. Software required: 3ds Max 2014, V-Ray 3.2, and Photoshop CC.

• Pluralsight
• 4 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Modeling for Photorealistic Interiors with CINEMA 4D

16 ratings at Pluralsight

This course will detail how to create a floor plan of a home, specifically focusing on creating a lounge visual. This will include modeling furniture such as coffee tables and sofas. And also touching on creating fabrics and cushions.

• Pluralsight
• 6 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Creating a Photorealistic Beverage Ad in LightWave 3D

10 ratings at Pluralsight

Learn to create a photorealistic beverage ad using LightWave 3D, covering modeling, studio lighting, materials, and rendering for professional product visualization.

• Pluralsight
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learn how to quickly create a variety of commonly-used architectural materials in Allegorithmic Substance Designer for application in design-visualization projects.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 4 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Maya: Rendering in Arnold 6

The Arnold renderer in Maya makes photorealism easier than ever. Learn to light, shade, and render using the powerful tools in Arnold 6.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Add Photorealism with Lens FX

Learn step-by-step procedures for replicating and simulating common lens effects—with any VFX software.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Arthur Whitehead

Creating 3D Photorealistic CG Forests and Products - Cinema 4D, Octane Render

Learn to create photorealistic 3D forest environments and product animations using Cinema 4D and Octane Render. Covers plant creation, lighting, rendering, simulations, and post-effects for commercial-quality results.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Arthur Whitehead

3D Jewelry Photorealistic Workflow - C4D, Octane

Learn to create stunning photorealistic jewelry using Cinema 4D and Octane Render. Master lighting, camera settings, modeling, and displacement patterns for professional-quality 3D jewelry renders.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Arthur Whitehead

Creating Photorealistic 3D Grass - C4D, Octane

Learn to create lifelike 3D grass using Cinema 4D and Octane Render. Master techniques for composition, randomness, and realistic details to enhance your 3D scenes.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course