Lighting proxies are totally worth it if you’re working on big scenes. I’ve cut my render times in half by using them. But yeah, you gotta spend some time setting them up properly.
For quick setups, try using plugins like V-Ray Proxy Maker. It automates a lot of the process and helps avoid those weird artifacts you mentioned.
For quick setups, try using plugins like V-Ray Proxy Maker. It automates a lot of the process and helps avoid those weird artifacts you mentioned.