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The Shading learning path is for artists who are keen to enhance their shading skills, whether using PxrSurface or MaterialX Lama.  We will also take a look at using and controlling textures with RenderMan through to procedural shading workflows

# <span style="color: #4c9aff">**Start Here**</span>

If you’re new to shading in RenderMan, here’s a good place to start

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# <span style="color: #4c9aff">**Next Steps**</span>

Now that you’ve learned the basics of how materials work in RenderMan, the following steps build upon the fundamental lessons<span style="color: #4c9aff">**.**</span>

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# <span style="color: #4c9aff">**Practical Examples**</span>

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# <span style="color: #4c9aff">**Advanced Shading**</span>

Seeking more advanced shading lessons?  

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