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Motion-Blur

Geo: Yaropoletskaya Hydroelectric Station
Ph: Kirill Gorozhanin


Some time ago, I wrote about how photography closely intersects with the tools of 3ds Max and Corona. And why practicing photography is important for maintaining oneself in a working tone.

The blurred water in the frame is the result of a long exposure, which can be replicated using 3ds Max tools. In 3D practice, it is used to blur moving cars or people, for example.

In real life, it looks like this:

  • Clicking the shutter, light hits the open sensor, and the camera captures the image.
  • During the day, the exposure or shutter speed is almost instantaneous, allowing you to capture even fast-moving objects in the moment.
  • If there’s little light, the exposure increases. That is, the sensor remains open until it collects enough light.
  • Moving objects blur, as does camera shake, turning the photo into mush. Therefore, it’s important to shoot on a tripod or with a stabilizer.
  • Using ND filters on the lens allows achieving the same effect during the day.
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