[DrMerman]

Hey guys,

I'm making a subway scene for my site and am wondering how to go about creating something like this :



I've done some quick tests using weightmaps (a b+w copy of the graphics on the sign), sss, multilayered mats, but I'm still not coming up with much.
The second problem, is how to illuminate it. I've tried with a tube inside coupled with sss/transparency, but again, not much to show.
Next test is a two layered material, with both layers using sss, and the top, additive blue layer controlled with a weightmap. If and when that fails, I'm gonna try and convert it to an MXI.
In the meantime, if anybody has any suggestions, fire away

Cheers, and I'm sorry if this makes little sense, I've been up for far FAR too long ,
Dr Merman

[Fernando Tella]

Have you tryed the easy way? One layer with that picture, a bit of transmittance, and sss (0,5/0,5) Apply the material to a plane and put two rectangular emitters behind.

[DrMerman]

OK, maybe I need sleep more than I thought. Thanks man

[Fernando Tella]

Maybe you want to add another layer for reflections.

[sandykoufax]

I think mxi texture is better.

[Hervé]

I think mxi texture is better.

agree... one mxi emitter.. no sss needed here...

[Fernando Tella]

I'll add that to my knowledge baggage, but to support my option I have to say that sss with a plane renders quite fast (maybe it's still slower than mxi though). The mxi option is easier to setup for sure.

Edit: With the mxi option you can add a layer for reflections too.