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Open Light: Procedural HDR Lighting Without the Texture Archaeology

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A bright red and white beach ball floats playfully on the sparkling turquoise water of a swimming pool. The gentle ripples create dancing reflections on the surface, while a lush palm leaf hangs overhead, adding a tropical feel to this serene outdoor space.

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A figure in a flowing cloak dances gracefully against a stark black background. The dancer is crafted from vibrant green glyphs, which create an impression of movement and rhythm, highlighting the dynamic pose and swirling garment in a digital art style.

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A screenshot of a node-based interface for a graphic design software. The image displays nodes labeled 'Fill to Gradient' and 'Blend', interconnected with lines. Various parameters like 'Layers', 'Rotate', and 'Rnd Offset' are visible on the nodes.

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Material Maker 1.5 adds DDS, FBX, CLI, 10 new nodes

Material Maker 1.5 adds common game formats, command-line export, workflow upgrades, and more nodes in this free procedural texturing tool.

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