A cyberpunk-inspired vision of future urban environments, featuring dramatic lighting and atmospheric depth.
About This Project
Neon Cityscape is a detailed 3D rendered scene that imagines a futuristic urban environment where technology and architecture merge into a stunning visual spectacle. The piece focuses on creating atmosphere through lighting, particularly the interplay of neon signs and fog.
Artistic Vision
The goal was to create an immersive environment that feels both familiar and alien—recognizable urban elements transformed by advanced technology and bathed in the glow of countless light sources.
Key Features
- Atmospheric Lighting: Volumetric fog and light rays create depth
- Detailed Architecture: Each building tells a story
- Color Palette: Dominated by cyan, magenta, and warm amber tones
- Environmental Storytelling: Small details hint at the world’s culture
Technical Approach
This piece was created entirely in 3D using:
- Modeling: Blender 3.6
- Texturing: Substance Painter
- Rendering: Cycles render engine
- Post-Processing: Adobe After Effects and Photoshop
Render Specifications
- Final resolution: 7680 x 4320 pixels (8K)
- Render time: 14 hours
- Samples: 4096
- Denoising: OptiX AI denoiser
Design Philosophy
The cyberpunk aesthetic is enhanced by:
- Contrasting warm and cool light sources
- Strategic use of negative space
- Reflective surfaces creating visual complexity
- Atmospheric effects suggesting humidity and pollution
Behind the Scenes
This project took approximately two months from concept to final render, including multiple iterations on the composition and lighting setup.
Early work-in-progress render showing the basic composition