For us folks who like to stay Free and use the Blender 3d program over every other costly options!
Lighting: Point Lamp, Sun Lamp, Sun Lamp - Sky and Atmosphere, Hemi Lamp, Area Lamp, Spot Lamp, Ambient Occlusion, World Editor: Background Sky, Background Image, Stars, Mist, Render Slots. All credit for this set of video tutorials belongs to Neal Hirsig.