Create a lighted 3D model of one of my lights.
Budget: $10 – $30 USD
I am a small one-man steel shop. I am starting to make a line of landscaping lights to sell to local landscapers. The lights are made by cutting various sections of a 4" X 4" steel tube, and then inserting a lighting unit up into the top of the light.
The tube steel is 1/8" thick (.125" or 3.175mm) and there are precise cutouts on the front and back.
First, I would like the ability to show a lighted model. I mean, a functioning light that has appropriate amount and color of light. Shadows, etc. This would be one or 2 renders.
Next I would like to work with freelancer when a client asks me about custom cutouts, I could model and render a virtual light rather than testing with steel. For example, a client might want additional cutouts on the sides, or a different shape cutout on the front. I need to be able to visualize how my light module would perform, and what light pattern and shadows would look like with custom pieces.
The standard finish on my lights is Rust. I flash rust the steel for a weathered appearance. I also have versions that are simply raw steel, direct from the steel mill.
I am hoping to get the rendering in 3DS Max or compatible, because I have an upcoming project that uses a high detail rigged model in 3DS Max.
I have attached a 3d model of the light from Sketchup. An adobe illustrator file with precise cuts and measurements, and a PDF file also with cuts and measurements. Also photos for reference.
The tube steel is 1/8" thick (.125" or 3.175mm) and there are precise cutouts on the front and back.
First, I would like the ability to show a lighted model. I mean, a functioning light that has appropriate amount and color of light. Shadows, etc. This would be one or 2 renders.
Next I would like to work with freelancer when a client asks me about custom cutouts, I could model and render a virtual light rather than testing with steel. For example, a client might want additional cutouts on the sides, or a different shape cutout on the front. I need to be able to visualize how my light module would perform, and what light pattern and shadows would look like with custom pieces.
The standard finish on my lights is Rust. I flash rust the steel for a weathered appearance. I also have versions that are simply raw steel, direct from the steel mill.
I am hoping to get the rendering in 3DS Max or compatible, because I have an upcoming project that uses a high detail rigged model in 3DS Max.
I have attached a 3d model of the light from Sketchup. An adobe illustrator file with precise cuts and measurements, and a PDF file also with cuts and measurements. Also photos for reference.