Chaos Corona 9
for CHAOS CORONA 8 and CHAOS CORONA 9
Digital update
available for free with a purchase of “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE"
(*) All scenes on this page were made from scratch by Francesco Legrenzi
THE NEW BOOK
The world's most comprehensive resource for Chaos Corona
250 pages, 17 animations, 8 GB of ready-to-use data, and 15 professional projects: interior, exterior, design, and special effects. This guide is the ultimate explainer for Corona 8 and Corona 9.
This is more than an update – it’s an entirely new book, bringing your favorite guide to an impressive 1,000 pages! Also included are new professional scenes, made specifically for this volume, 75 .max files, and 17 animations (30 minutes worth!) at 1080p, making these immense updates for Chaos Corona 8 and Chaos Corona 9 an even richer reading experience.
CHAOS CORONA 8
13.1. Download and installation
13.2. The licensing system
13.3. New tools and improvements
13.4. Corona 7 vs Corona 8: the interfaces
13.5. CoronaDecal
13.6. CoronaSlicerMtl
13.7. CoronaCurvature
13.8. Chaos Cosmos
13.9. Chaos Scatter
13.10. Render Element Cryptomatte
13.11. Render Element Caustics
13.12. Tone mapping
13.13. Corona Proxy
13.14. CoronaMultiMap
13.15. CoronaPhysicalMtl
13.16. Corona Converter and toolbars
13.17. Minor improvements
Chaos Corona 9
CHAOS CORONA 9
14.1. Download and installation
14.2. The licensing system
14.3. New tools and improvements
14.4. Corona 8 vs Corona 9: the interfaces
14.5. CoronaSky
14.6. CoronaPatternMod
14.7. CoronaScannedMtl
14.8. ChaosScatterEdgeTrimming
14.9. Motion Blur – Shutter curve
14.10. Texture out-of-core
14.11. Minor improvements
Chaos Corona 9
CONTENT
250 pages, 2 chapters, 28 sections, 430 images, 30 minutes of animation
In this volume, I describe every parameter with the high level of detail you’ve come to expect from my guides, and include hundreds of practical examples.
You’ll also find dozens of tutorials, 17 professional files in .max format (version 2019/2022), and 17 animations to simplify the learning process.
Practice your skills by tweaking our pre-created scenes. Test and change them in as many ways as you like, confident that you’re handling the projects of a true Arch-Viz professional.
CORONA CURVATURE
Add scratches and dirt procedurally
A highly detailed and animated scene will help you understand the “Corona Curvature” map.
A full description of the project is available at this link.
Scene, animated Mecha, and LightMix included.
Scene, animated statue, and LightMix included.
CoronaCurvature map.
Chaos Corona 9
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
“Cap sliced geometry” parameter.
Corona Slicer – clay version.
CORONA SLICER
Cut objects “at render time”.
Learn to make complex architectural sections. Study the included project to more easily to understand the “Corona Slicer” object.
Animated scene included.
Chaos Corona 9
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
CORONA DECAL
Add creative details in the blink of an eye
Understand the “Corona Decal” object by analyzing each of its parameters, using our animated scene.
Animated scene included.
“Max angle blur” parameter.
LightMix system included.
Chaos Corona 9
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
Rated 5 out of 5
I think in my career, I was very lucky to be surrounded by amazing people who helped me. Sometimes it was a small push which was needed, sometimes it was a bit more. Nevertheless, that was something I really found helpful, and I am incredibly grateful.
Francesco is one of these people. I had no idea how hungry I was for his book until I opened the first page. Before I realized it, I was caught up in the pages, again and again. This world is filled with great artists who have learned how to express their way of art.
My sincere and grateful appreciation for your amazing work!Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE is an eyeopener and a stepping-stone to next level! Best purchase for knowledge so far!
“Grazie mille” Francesco, you are officially one of my heroes!
CHAOS COSMOS
Improve your scenes with the Chaos assets
Learn how to manage, import and edit 3D models, textures and HDRI images from the “Cosmos” library. Find out more about Chaos assets through our attached beach scene, created using only “Cosmos” objects.
Learn more about Scandinavian loft at this link.
Animated scene included.
Corona Proxy objects.
LightMix system included.
Chaos Corona 9
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
Photos.
Renders.
Renders in “clay” mode.
Wireframe views.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
“Slope Limitation” parameter.
Sideways animation.
CHAOS SCATTER
Create valleys, lakes, and mountains
A wonderful outdoor scene takes you on a tour of the new parameters of the “Chaos Scatter” plug-in. Creating complex forests will now be easier than ever.
A full review of the project is available at this link.
Animated scene included.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
CAUSTICS
Caustics with no secrets
Have you always dreamed of creating a realistic swimming pool? With our included project, you can have fun learning the secrets of caustics, and truly master this powerful function.
Animated scene included.
Caustic exclusion.
Direct caustics
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
BE READY
The professional world awaits you
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“Gamma random” parameter.
Full scene.
SCATTER SURFACE COLOR
Color mats, forests, and furs with just a few clicks
3ds Max “Hair and Fur” system is a thing of the past. Texturize carpets, meadows, and more with custom images quickly and easily.
Animated scene included.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
CORONA PHYSICAL MTL
Create realistic metals with the "Base tail" parameter
Gold and anisotropic steel are complex shaders. Study how Francesco Legrenzi built the structure of these materials. Premade “LightMix” system included.
Animated scene included.
Wireframe shader.
Photorealistic render.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
“Saturation rnd.” parameter.
Side view.
CORONA MULTI MAP
New operators for more flexibility
Another beautiful outdoor scene for playing with the parameters of the “CoronaMultiMap” map. Learn faster thanks to the detailed explanations and dozens of examples offered in the book.
Animated scene included.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
CORONA SKY - CLOUDS
Are HDRI images a thing of the past?
The new “Clouds” rollout parameters allow you to generate realistic sunsets. By experimenting with our scene, it will be easy to understand the full potential of the new “CoronaSky” map, find the settings that best suit you.
Want to find out how I made this scene? Click this link for an in-depth analysis.
Animated scene included.
“Amount” parameter.
Sunset.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
A few of our new friends
Dragon Codre
Autodesk Certified Instructor
Cluj-Napoca – ROMANIA
#dragos.codre
Rated 5 out of 5
Jorge Golik
Architect and 3D artist
Buenos Aires – ARGENTINA
#3peakstudio
Rated 5 out of 5
Sahil Mohan
3D artist
Jalandhar – INDIA
#_jjvisuals_
Rated 5 out of 5
Giuseppe Campolo
Architect and 3D artist
Modena – ITALY
#peppea116
Rated 5 out of 5
Photograph.
Render without post-production.
CORONA PATTERN MODIFIER
Complex structures from seamless geometries
I’ve analyzed this new tool down to the smallest detail and written a top-notch tutorial. With it, you will discover how to make complex structures and “impossible” animations.
I have written a detailed article on the project at this link.
Simplified scene included.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
CORONA SCANNED MATERIAL
Photo-realistic shaders with a click
Use our scene to test the materials offered by the “Chaos Scans” library. Learn how to handle .vrscan file parameters in the correct way.
Scene included.
“Tiling factor” parameter.
Scene included.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
Simulation (voxel, particles and mesh 3D).
Render (360 video).
CHAOS PHOENIX
Create film-quality simulations.
Chaos Corona 8 and Chaos Corona 9 are fully compatible with the outstanding “Chaos Phoenix.” This plug-in is available with the Premium license.
Render.
Author: Francesco Legrenzi
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Need help?
You wrote: "Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE - update 8 and 9" can be obtained free of charge." What does that mean?
If you will purchase the physical book “Corona – THE COMPLETE GUIDE“, “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE – update 8 and 9” will be included in the purchase. Once you’ve confirmed the order, the eBook and related files will be available in the DOWNLOAD section of your account and in the USB flash drive attached to the book upon delivery.
What options do you offer for customers who bought the book "Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE"?
If you already bought “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE“, you can buy the eBook “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE – update 8 and 9” with 50% discount by using the same account you used to purchase the physical book, and typing the coupon code “50_Chaos_Corona_8-9_ENG” at our store‘s checkout page. Once the order is completed, the eBook and related files will be available in the DOWNLOAD section of your account.
What do I get by purchasing a physical book of "Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE"?
If you buy a physical book of “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE” after the release of Chaos Corona 8 and Chaos Corona 9 PDF update you will get:
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- the printed guide for Corona Renderer 6;
- 2 Dual-Layer DVDs with the projects, textures and animations associated with Corona Renderer 6 (18 GB of data);
- links in the DOWNLOAD area of your profile to the same files of the two dual layer DVDs;
- a link to the eBook for Corona Renderer 7 (70 pages);
- a link to the eBook for Chaos Corona 8 (150 pages);
- a link to the eBook for Chaos Corona 9 (100 pages);
- the link to download files, textures and animations associated with the updates for Corona Renderer 7, Chaos Corona, 8 and Chaos Corona 9 (8 GB of data);
- a custom 32 GB USB 2.0 flash drive with the Legrenzi Studio and Corona logos.
What does the 32GB USB flash drive contain?
In the book package you will find a 32 GB USB flash drive (30 MB/sec read, 15 MB/sec write) containing:
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- the Corona Renderer 7 update eBook in PDF format (70 pages);
- the Chaos Corona 8 and 9 update eBook in PDF format (250 pages);
- 26 GB of data (.max projects, textures, 3D models, animation projects for Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop) related to the physical book, updates for Corona Renderer 7, Chaos Corona 8, and Chaos Corona 9.
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In short, all the files in your DOWNLOAD area are also on the USB flash drive. This option will help users with a slow or metered internet connection.
Can I purchase the eBook "Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE - updated 8 and 9" by itself?
Yes, of course. The digital book “Corona: THE COMPLETE GUIDE – updated 8 and 9” is available on our store page. Once purchased, you will be able to download it from the DOWNLOAD area of your profile:
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- the ebook in PDF format (250 pages);
- 8 GB of data;
- 15 professional projects in .max format;
- 17 high definition animations (30 minutes total, Full-HD).
What if I have already purchased the printed guide on Amazon's website?
If you purchased the guide on Amazon’s website, you have to send a photo of the code found on the last page of the book and a copy of the receipt to info@francescolegrenzi.com. We will then provide you with a coupon code to purchase the update with 50% discount.
Can I use the assets attached to the guide?
Our files can only be used for educational purposes in institutes, schools, and online or on-site courses, and only when informing students of the origin of the scenes (i.e. www.francescolegrenzi.com). Our designs may not be used in any way for personal (portfolio), professional and/or reselling purposes.
What payment options do you provide?
You can pay using PayPal, credit card (Stripe platform), bank transfer, and PostePay (Italian prepaid credit card).
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