AO makes massing studies look pro. Try it today.
Here’s a social media post tailored for (e.g., architects, 3D artists, designers) explaining and promoting ambient occlusion . ambient occlusion sketchup
Stop guessing where your shadows should go. Let Ambient Occlusion do the heavy lifting. 🎨✏️ AO makes massing studies look pro
🔍 1️⃣ Native? No — but use styles + edge settings for a fake AO look. 2️⃣ Best free workaround: Export with shadows + sketchy edges. 3️⃣ Best plugin: Ambient Occlusion Ex (SketchUcation) or Transmutr (for export). 4️⃣ Render engines: Enable AO pass in V-Ray, Enscape, or Thea. ambient occlusion sketchup
AO mimics soft shadows in crevices and corners — the reason real objects don’t look like they’re floating.
🔁 Repost to help a fellow SketchUp user level up their visuals.