There are some things to consider before creating an omni light. This will invoke the Podium Light System dialog box. To insert an omni light or point light, click on the icon in the tool bar. Omni light or Point light (name is used interchangeably in this document) is an artificial light source which emits light uniformly in all directions, similar to a light bulb. Three ways to turn off your point/ spot lights including Light Fixture lights. Take a look at the Options section below and try some settings. Time of day, time of year, location and position relative to North-South-East-Westīut don't be intimidated by these variables.Presets from the Preset list in the Options menu.The sun's brightness and exposure are controlled by a number of variables: Sun light is only on when SketchUp Shadows are on. Sun light is another source of natural light. The Sun/Sky Brightness sliders in the Options menu will also have some influence. Instead, the time of day will be the determining factor in the sky light's color and brightness. If you have selected Podium's Sky or Physical Sky, SketchUp background colors will be ignored. If you have selected SketchUp Sky, SketchUp's background colors will control the sky light's brightness. Another is whether you use SketchUp Sky or Podium's Physical Sky, also selected from the Options menu in the Environment section. One is the preset you choose from the Preset list in the Options menu. Sky light brightness is controlled by a variety of variables. However, if you have interior designs with no openings to the exterior, sky light will be shut out. It is analogue to an overcast day where the sunlight is hidden. Sky light is an ambient, exterior and uniform light source being emitted from the "sky".
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These are both "exterior" lights but can have great influence on interior renderings if your models have openings to the exterior such as windows and doors. SU Podium V2 has two types of natural lights.