Ambient Occlusion gives the effect of looking at a room on an overcast day, with no strong direct light or sharp shadows. It produces an overall more diffuse lighting effect. Ambient Occlusion is fast technique, which can give users realistic looking lighting in a relatively short time. The images tend to look softer and are more aesthetically pleasing. It is particular suited for interior spaces and product design scenes where the user is keen to see all the components within the scene but there they need to be distinct and not blurred.
Suitable for: Interiors, Exteriors, Product Design.