In this video, @MartinKlekner teaches how to convert 3D trees into 2D particles, which still look 3D, to save tons of performance. This technique allows to render millions of particles, fast.
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LINKS
⇨ Landscape breakdown from this video: https://youtu.be/gtBDzAkjoQQ
⇨ Martin’s short film project: https://youtu.be/75R4g08ImzY
⇨ Martin’s 1st breakdown tutorial: https://youtu.be/ZcAIonkvpfE
⇨ Martin’s 2nd breakdown tutorial: https://youtu.be/ILPex8f-CYM
⇨ Martin’s compositing tutorial: https://youtu.be/bIZrTXtyQkY
⇨ Martin’s Tips for creating Epic Landscapes in Blender: https://youtu.be/yBP5x87HNXE
⇨ Making 3D Soldiers into 2D Particles (paid): https://martinklekner.gumroad.com/l/marchingarmy

CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:04 – Startup file
01:52 – Process overview
02:12 – Rendering base color
04:54 – Rendering remaining maps
07:02 – Setting up the 2D image
10:14 – Translucency
13:04 – Translucency normals
14:46 – Color randomization
17:21 – Orient towards camera
18:40 – Outro

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