I am always working toward the most subtle and accurate lighting in my work - the printouts I use are usually combed over for realistic effects - or at least a convincing approximation of realism. My projects in real life use subtle relationships of surfaces (color, texture, reflection etc) and lighting. Bounced illumination and the color that it carries is everything! Ever noticed the ceiling of a large meeting room? Chances are that it will show the color of the carpet - which can be either good or bad..... Interior scenes are more responsive to subtle accurate global illumination than outdoor ones. Outdoors, one or 2 bounces max is enough. Accurate lighting is a must for me, whatever time it takes. Thats why I bought the 'Pro' version of Carrara 5.
wb

Message edited on: 03/08/2006 07:40