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An interior view of an old industrial workshop, showcasing various vintage machines and equipment. In the foreground, four spheres are displayed: a reflective metallic sphere, a matte white sphere, a clear glass sphere, and a solid green sphere, arranged on a checkered surface.

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Open HDRI: 25 Free 29K HDRIs (More to come)

A new online library offers 25 free HDRIs at up to 29K resolution, all under a CC0 license. Open HDRI provides ultra-high-quality lighting environments without sign-ups, tracking or licensing headaches.

Bela Beier

29.10.2025

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Silhouette of a classic car set against a dark background, with vibrant light trails forming the number '9' next to the text 'HDR LIGHT STUDIO'. The overall design conveys a modern and sleek aesthetic.

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HDR Light Studio 9.1 Lumi‑Curve Turns Lighting into Line Art—Literally

HDR Light Studio 9.1 introduces Lumi‑Curve: freeform, editable curve-based lights for shaping reflections, highlights, trails, and backgrounds.

Bela Beier

22.07.2025

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