Rich a clay render, is usually done when modelling, it's done to just show the model itself, with a simple flat colour scheme, to show model detail , with a very even toned render, no backgorund, clouds etc

it's called clay render, from what I've heard, because it's like when a sculptor makes an initial model, in clay rather than bronze, so all same texture, to test.

my usual way of doing that for some time has beens to simply use a scene lit by an HDR (Image Based Lighting), and turn the exposure to maximum

And for goodness sake Alex, in life one should NEVER runaway, unless there's damn good reason. Your insights and thoughts are valuable, and like everyone who actually contributes: useful, important and you deserve respect. :)

It's very easy to get uptight and take things badly on the internet, as I've repeatedly said, because you don't see the other person isn't an ogre, that different languages and grammar styles do not mean they are an enemy.
In real life I swear like a trooper and say outrageous things...but anyone who can see my face and know me, realizes it's in genuine good hearted jest :)

Smilies aren't chidlish, as emotional content and sincerity are vital to add to bare, cold text.

If folk disagree with ya, too bad, long as they ain't causing bother or plain getting in the way of things by talking crap.

But each to their own!
:)

clay render, my system, 30 sec render time

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