An exterior visualization project will require from any artist a unique set of features to create a compelling image. One of the aspects of that type of image you have to invest some time to adapt is the background. Usually, a texture with a backdrop containing trees will do the job.
Do you have some backdrops with trees in your asset library? If you don't have them it is possible to download 13 of those textures from Backdrop Treelines for free.
The Backdrop Treelines is a project from Levente Magony and shares several images that you can use as a background for exterior architectural renders. Among the textures, you will find options for trees with a shiny green summer look and also autumn trees with faded green color.
Each texture has a nice set of features like a resolution starting with about 5000 pixels wide and files in PNG format with an alpha channel. That way you can also choose the sky texture for the project. As a plus, all files have a creative commons zero licenses.
It will be incredibly easy to compose projects using the textures in tools such as Photoshop or Affinity Photo. You can also use Blenders internal composite system.
Using Blender for architecture
Do you want to use Blender for architecture or render your projects using Cycles or Eevee? We have three books available that could help you!
They cover the use of Blender for producing architectural content and also all information you need to render projects in real-time:
- Blender 2.9 for architecture: Modeling and rendering with Eevee and Cycles
- Blender 2.8 parametric modeling: Drivers, Custom Properties, and Shape Keys for 3D modeling
- Blender 3.0: The beginner's guide
- Blender 2.8 for technical drawing
- Blender Eevee: The guide to real-time rendering with Blender 2.8
You can get them in both digital and paperback formats. By ordering those books, you will not only improve your skills with Blender for architecture but also support Blender 3D Architect.
