Overview
In this tutorial you will learn how model and texture a planet, create atmospheric effects, set up lighting, and use render layers to create a realistic earth. Additionally, you can use this technique to create any other type of planet. This is all done directly inside of Maya with no post processing effects from outside programs such as PhotoShop.
Too Much?
If you are newer to Maya and this tutorial is a little too advanced, take a look at the Moon tutorial. It shows a similar technique but with a more basic approach.
Tutorial
