You’ll see how I created this environment using SpeedTree for vegetation, built and assembled assets with Houdini using Houdini Labs Biome Tools, and completed the final look by compositing in Foundry Nuke.. I hope this breakdown gives you insight into my creative process and inspires yours!
Basic Labs Biomes in Houdini
Master asset scattering with Houdini Labs tools for quick setups.
Build foundational biome layers using simple heightfields.
Render previews in Karma for instant feedback.
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Mesmerizing Islands with Labs Biomes
Generate island terrains using Houdini Labs for dynamic shapes.
Add water and erosion effects with procedural nodes.
Enhance with basic vegetation scattering for realism.
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Stunning Environments in Gaea & Houdini
Import Gaea heightfields into Houdini for realistic terrain.
Sculpt and detail landscapes with VOP networks.
Optimize for Karma rendering with pro lighting tips.
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Vast Environments Using Gaea Terrain
Create massive 5km-scale terrains in Gaea for tile rendering.
Integrate into Houdini for advanced scattering and simulations.
Simulate wind and particles for immersive depth.
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Lush Forest Biomes in Houdini 21
Dive into Houdini 21's biome tools from SIGGRAPH 2025.
Layer foliage and trees with procedural generation.
Add atmospheric fog and lighting for cinematic forests.
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Backcountry Biome Creation
Craft tranquil backcountry scenes in Houdini Solaris.
Use KTT terrain tools and Labs Biomes for detail.
Integrate dynamic elements like streams and wildlife.
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Epic Environments Portfolio Project
Combine techniques to build a full custom biome from scratch.
Optimize with LODs and export for Nuke integration.
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