Sky 015 Overcast HDRI

About this asset#

Sky 015 Overcast HDRI pairs image-based lighting with this environment: a dense grey cloud canopy fills the sky, with darker bands close to the horizon.

Lighting and scene uses#

Use the overcast appearance for a restrained exterior mood or a material comparison with fewer visible blue-sky reflections. Check subtle surface relief at the intended output size; a local light may still help communicate details that the environment alone does not reveal.

Resolution and map details#

The product listing specifies 10K, 6K, 3K, 1K files in .hdr format and identifies the map as unclipped. The web image is a compressed preview; load the purchased HDR file as your environment texture to use its lighting data. Choose the map resolution according to the detail visible in your background and reflections.

The creator reports 12 EVs of dynamic range. This is a product specification, not a measurement made from the JPEG preview.

The supplied image shows the sky with black below it. Preserve that preview layout and add ground geometry for a complete scene. The JPEG does not establish the lighting contribution of the purchased map below the horizon.

Compare lighting in your workflow#

Use the HDRI ground plane workflow to align the horizon and establish contact shadows. The Blender environment lighting guide covers a repeatable setup for rotating and comparing maps.

Compare Sky 026 Clear Sun HDRI with this environment to evaluate a denser grey overcast canopy. Keep camera, material and exposure consistent while judging the difference.

Compare Sky 002 Dense Clouds HDRI when you need dense grey cloud layers around a bright opening. Use the same camera and material to assess the lighting change.

Browse the HDRI lighting collection for other environments and combinable lighting filters.