Mike Ryan

@LFC: Did you render that in C4D for the overhead shadow? If so, that is how I got the shadow positioning in my latest piece. I assumed that the light was coming in from a straight 90 degree on the Z axis, however. As such, I got a much more uniform shadow, instead of a slight slant towards the R or M. @Nab and HELEN: Thanks for the compliments . I had a lot of fun with the shadows and lighting on this one, but then again looking back at some of my previous work that seems to be one of the few areas I am consistent in

That... is an amazing capture :O

Trying to fix the lighting, and give the letters that glass like appearance again. I think it is getting better...

Indeed.

Signature of the Week The Theme is: Blurs and Smudging Through the use of blurring and smudging you can compose some of the greatest works, building depth and motion. This week's theme focuses on just that. Good luck to all! The deadline for this competition is 23:59 (11:59pm) (PST) on Sunday, July 12th. To see the current time in PST to compare it with your local time, click here (WorldTimeServer.com). Check the SOTW Rules! If your entry breaks any of the rules it will be disqualified. ------------------------------------------------------------------ [*:10atfzg5] Max sig dimensions follow the board's max sig dimensions, 500x150. [*:10atfzg5] No crude / offensive language, pics, et cetera. [*:10atfzg5] Sig must follow the set theme. [*:10atfzg5] Only one entry per person and no modifications to your image are allowed after submitting your entry. [*:10atfzg5] You must post the URLs to any and all stock images used in your sig. [*:10atfzg5] You are allowed one post in this topic. That post should include your sig, links to your source images, and, if you feel so inclined, a set of keys to a BMW for me. Placeholders (empty-posting now, editing in a link to your sig later) are not permitted. ------------------------------------------------------------------ This thread is for posting your entries only! If you wish to talk about one of the entries you can do so here. If a comment or other non-entry post is mistakenly made in this thread, it will be moved without penalty to the discussion thread. Just don't be surprised when it magically jumps over there. :wink: Good luck all, and thanks for playing!

@Helen: for somebody who inspires some gloss, shine, and perfection into my work it is always nice to see you around supporting my latest images. Thanks @Yellowman: Yeah, I was aware of them but really didn't have much time to properly calculate the Rotate / Zoom function. I have a fix for this, but it has to be applied much earlier then when I noticed it. Quick question for anybody who stops by: I kind of want to experience with backdrop shadow on the object. You know, a shadow that sits on the surface and slightly portrays the overall shape. In my next attempt at this, should my rotation then blur of a silhouette of the figure match the direction in the lighting? I had a hard time with that while creating, and eventually just cut the shadows altogether. Thanks!

Yay! I have had more time to experiment. As many know by now, my favorite goal is to increase the flexibility of my 3D lettering. I plan on on creating better than some of Jake2K's great work Anyways, here is my latest. I plan on using it in an actual logo for one of my startups. Hope you all enjoy! Also, let it be known that trying to work with complex 3D shapes in Paint.NET is a lot trickier than I had anticipated... especially when those shapes are letter like an need to be merged

I am assuming that you are trying to change the color of the black silhouette? In order to do this, use the Magic Wand tool ( ) to select the black portion of the image. Then hit CTRL+X. From there, add a new layer and press CTRL+V. Now run my Silhouette plugin and you should be good to go.

Just waiting for a reply from the Stranger. He recommended Smudging, but I think Blurring would be a better fit. I'll post tonight if nothing else.

Alright, poll is up. Time to vote.

Alright, poll is up. Time to vote.

Alright, poll is up. Time to vote.

Alright, poll is up. Time to vote.

Thanks for the share Simon!

Thanks for the share Simon!

I have suggested to the moderators before that we actually reorganize the Plugins section of this forum similar to Tutorials+, with a category for each populated submenu in your Effects menu, along with a place for plugin packs and Misc. plugins.

I have suggested to the moderators before that we actually reorganize the Plugins section of this forum similar to Tutorials+, with a category for each populated submenu in your Effects menu, along with a place for plugin packs and Misc. plugins.

If you are using a tablet, that is why.

If you are using a tablet, that is why.

Signature of the Week The Theme is: (Super) Heroes! Whether it is a personal hero or a super hero (i.e. Batman, Green Lantern, Ironman), show 'em support through this week's theme! The deadline for this competition is 23:59 (11:59pm) (PST) on Sunday, June 28th. To see the current time in PST to compare it with your local time, click here (WorldTimeServer.com). Check the SOTW Rules! If your entry breaks any of the rules it will be disqualified. ------------------------------------------------------------------ [*:2oyusryn] Max sig dimensions follow the board's max sig dimensions, 500x150. [*:2oyusryn] No crude / offensive language, pics, et cetera. [*:2oyusryn] Sig must follow the set theme. [*:2oyusryn] Only one entry per person and no modifications to your image are allowed after submitting your entry. [*:2oyusryn] You must post the URLs to any and all stock images used in your sig. [*:2oyusryn] You are allowed one post in this topic. That post should include your sig, links to your source images, and, if you feel so inclined, a set of keys to a BMW for me. Placeholders (empty-posting now, editing in a link to your sig later) are not permitted. ------------------------------------------------------------------ This thread is for posting your entries only! If you wish to talk about one of the entries you can do so here. If a comment or other non-entry post is mistakenly made in this thread, it will be moved without penalty to the discussion thread. Just don't be surprised when it magically jumps over there. :wink: Good luck all, and thanks for playing!

Signature of the Week The Theme is: (Super) Heroes! Whether it is a personal hero or a super hero (i.e. Batman, Green Lantern, Ironman), show 'em support through this week's theme! The deadline for this competition is 23:59 (11:59pm) (PST) on Sunday, June 28th. To see the current time in PST to compare it with your local time, click here (WorldTimeServer.com). Check the SOTW Rules! If your entry breaks any of the rules it will be disqualified. ------------------------------------------------------------------ [*:2oyusryn] Max sig dimensions follow the board's max sig dimensions, 500x150. [*:2oyusryn] No crude / offensive language, pics, et cetera. [*:2oyusryn] Sig must follow the set theme. [*:2oyusryn] Only one entry per person and no modifications to your image are allowed after submitting your entry. [*:2oyusryn] You must post the URLs to any and all stock images used in your sig. [*:2oyusryn] You are allowed one post in this topic. That post should include your sig, links to your source images, and, if you feel so inclined, a set of keys to a BMW for me. Placeholders (empty-posting now, editing in a link to your sig later) are not permitted. ------------------------------------------------------------------ This thread is for posting your entries only! If you wish to talk about one of the entries you can do so here. If a comment or other non-entry post is mistakenly made in this thread, it will be moved without penalty to the discussion thread. Just don't be surprised when it magically jumps over there. :wink: Good luck all, and thanks for playing!

Unless anybody disagrees, I'll post this tomorrow night: Hidden Content:

Unless anybody disagrees, I'll post this tomorrow night: Hidden Content:

Poll results: 1st: CommanderSozo 2nd: Sharp and The Stranger (Tie) 3rd: Goonfella It was nice to have a healthy SoTW, thanks for the participation! So, Sozo, what'll the theme be?

Poll results: 1st: CommanderSozo 2nd: Sharp and The Stranger (Tie) 3rd: Goonfella It was nice to have a healthy SoTW, thanks for the participation! So, Sozo, what'll the theme be?