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# Environments | May 26, 2021

Learn to block out level geometry, import and place props, and shape atmosphere with lighting in an environment.

This session covers blocking out environment's geometry, importing props, set dressing, and how to create a sense of atmosphere through lighting.

## 1. Overview

An environment is the world in which characters live and their stories unfold. The environment artist builds these worlds to create spaces that will immerse audiences in the story.

This session covers blocking out environment's geometry, importing props, set dressing, and how to create a sense of atmosphere through lighting.

## 2. Live Session - May 26, 2021

**Live Recording:**


[Video](https://connect-mediagw.unity.com/h1/20210526/videos/3b165123-4bad-4c48-a67f-f6b20b4f4849_r2r_environments_edited.mp4) ([Transcript (en)](https://connect-mediagw.unity.com/h1/20220718/4711c686-4af5-43f3-a41a-91fe6f515f41_r2r_environments_may.CF.vtt))