“A median cut algorithm for light probe sampling” by Debevec

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    A median cut algorithm for light probe sampling

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    We present a technique for approximating a light probe image as a constellation of light sources based on a median cut algorithm. The algorithm is efficient, simple to implement, and can realistically represent a complex lighting environment with as few as 64 point light sources.

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