normal maps in photoshop

[cassius]

I make normal maps in photoshop using the Nvidea plugin.As I know very little about the subject I use the default values exept for mipmap generation.Can someone give me a few tips on making normal maps better.I have seen a few videos on the subject but found them hard to follow.One thing I need to know is when to invert y or x.

[tjheldna]

Hi,

 

For Leadwerks you need +Y with scale value just play around with to get the results your after.

 

Here is a good tutorial for making normal maps.......

 

http://www.cgtextures.com/ -> go to Tutorials -> Recovering detailed normalmaps from photo texutres.

[cassius]

Thanks. That looks good.

[dennis]

I use PixPlant, it's an application to set all values exact as you like

[shadmar]

Shadermap does the same + AO maps, but abit cheaper.

[Roland]

Shadermap does the same + AO maps, but abit cheaper.

ShaderMap Pro is a great tool. Highly recommended