This bundle includes 5 clouds and sunset PNG 8k seamless HDR textures. In the download you can find an example with a plane 3D model with one of the clouds.

What HDRIs Are Used For

HDRI stands for High Dynamic Range Image, and it is widely used in 3D visualization, photography, and CGI workflows. Its main purposes include:

Lighting in 3D RenderingHDRIs are commonly used as environment maps to provide realistic global illumination in 3D scenes. Because HDR images capture a wide range of luminance values, they accurately reproduce real-world lighting conditions, including reflections, highlights, and shadows.

Backgrounds and SkydomesIn addition to lighting, HDRIs are used as panoramic backgrounds (usually in equirectangular format, 360° x 180°). This helps create immersive, photorealistic environments for visual effects, product visualization, and architectural rendering.

Image-Based Lighting (IBL)HDRIs enable IBL, where the 3D scene is lit by the real-world lighting data captured in the HDRI. This creates physically accurate lighting and reflection behavior for materials, which is essential for photorealism.

Compositing and Matte PaintingIn visual effects, HDRIs are captured on set to match CG elements with live-action footage. They help artists reproduce the exact lighting from the shooting location in the CGI environment.

Virtual Reality (VR) and 360° ExperiencesHDRIs are also used for creating VR environments or immersive experiences because they can wrap around the viewer, providing a seamless, high-quality background.

You will download:

• 5 Seamless Clouds and Sunset PNG HDR maps (7680 x 3840 px)
• 3D models in different formats with one of the HDR maps
• .FBM folder