Rendering > mental ray Rendering > mental ray for Maya Shading >. Ambient occlusion refers to the blocking of indirect or diffuse light on an object. It refers to the darker areas of the object, typically creases, cracks and crevices.
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Starzâs âAmerican Godsâ Adds Emily Browning to Cast. Emily Browning has joined the cast of Starzâs âAmerican Gods,â the cable network announced Thursday. The actress will play Laura Moon, wife of Ricky Whittleâs Shadow, in the Neil Gaiman adaptation from Bryan Fuller. Ian McShane is also on board as Mr. Wednesday.