Here are some examples. They are all based on SSS (if you haven't updated to 1.1, now is a good time; SSS changed a little), so start by applying the SSS->Gum template.
These materials work with all render methods
There are two characteristics that I tried to capture. First, the ability to see light and shadow falling on the curtain from behind. This is pretty easy; you just need a higher Alpha (60 or more), a low Shininess and a high SSS Density.
- shadow.png (34.59 KiB) Viewed 9290 times
- shadow_sc.jpg (19.49 KiB) Viewed 9288 times
Be aware that you will probably have to tweak the values, since it's highly dependent on color, distance from the light source, strength of backlight, strength of front lighting, etc.
The next characteristic is the ability to see through the curtain. Not surprisingly, these two points are counter productive. You can't see light coming through the curtain if it's getting scattered. So to find a good balance really is about tweaking. You'll need a lower alpha, maybe a higher shininess, but adjustments to the SSS density probably won't be to significant.
- straight_unlit.png (44.56 KiB) Viewed 9287 times
- straight_sc.jpg (17.77 KiB) Viewed 9288 times
) First proof...I'm happy: first, I want to learn to do a better texture on the chair and how to make a colored curtain affect the "behind it" more without obscuring more, thanks?
