# Create Vibrant Glossy Materials using Matcaps (https://academy.spline.design/tutorials/create-vibrant-glossy-materials-using-matcaps)

> A video tutorial from the Spline Academy.

- Product: Spline 3D
- Level: beginner
- Duration: 7 min 48 s
- Published: 2024-10-04
- Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhwA82tJK4M
- Part of: [Materials & Shading That Look Good](https://academy.spline.design/collections/materials-shading-that-look-good.md)

## About this tutorial

In this tutorial, we'll show you the easiest way to create glossy textures in Spline✨

We'll explore the use of matcaps, blend modes, and material assets.

You'll learn how to create a jelly texture and get tips for combining different blending modes to achieve a vibrant mix of colors. We'll also highlight the use of rainbow and fresnel layers, demonstrate how to copy materials, and guide you through accessing the material library.

Try out our How to Create an Iridescent Material Effect tutorial here: https://youtu.be/i0YGxdn990Y?si=ZOP-_ctV5AyHh8on

- 00:00 - Intro
- 00:35 - What are Matcaps
- 00:58 - Creating Glossy Effects with Matcaps and Blend Modes
- 02:24 - Creating a Jelly Texture and Tips for Textures
- 04:18 - Utilizing Rainbow and Fresnel Layers, Material Assets, and Material Library

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## Related documentation

- [Material, Color, and Image Assets](https://docs.spline.design/materials-shading/material-color-and-image-assets)
- [Matcap Layer](https://docs.spline.design/materials-shading/matcap-layer)
- [Glass Layer](https://docs.spline.design/materials-shading/glass-layer)