Posted on June 22, 2011

If you’ve been following my site for any length of time you probably know that I am a huge fan of George R.R. Martin’s “Song of Ice and Fire” series. I was overcome with joy when I first heard that HBO might be filming it, and watching the first season was a 10-hour nerdgasm for me. The season finale left me (and millions around the world) salivating for Season 2.

As a little treat for my Members who are Thrones fans (and for me), I have rendered a new version of my “Harbinger” wallpaper (which was itself initally inspired by my re-reading “Clash of Kings” during my extended hospital stay in early 2009). The comet now matches the description in the book.

Of course, it would have been trivial to simply Photoshop the original and make it red, but I felt it would look a lot better if I rendered a new version. It helped that Bucephalus rendered the whole thing in under 1 hour. I haven’t added it to the free gallery (yet) but I have posted a 1280 x 800 version of my Facebook page which my fans there can download and share. I hope you enjoy it!

I had originally placed this render in the Pickle Jar but the reaction was so positive that I decided to should have a place of its own in my gallery.

I also wanted to mention that I have added entries to my FAQ and help pages for Android users. Hope this helps!

Posted on June 20, 2011

I’ve added a few renders to the gallery this afternoon. Three are for Members and one freebie.

First, there’s a very earlier “proto” version of “Dødenfell“. I was really just playing around with Vue 9.5’s new clouds here when I discovered that it would finally be possible to answer all of those requests for volcanic lightning.

I think it is a pretty neat render on it’s own, though probably not deserving of a full slot in my main gallery. I did want my Members to get a chance to download it though.

Next up is the dual and triple-screen versions of “Riverbend“. This one was not easy to adapt so I hope it looks ok.

I have also updated the dual and triple-screen versions of “Interopposite“. I scaled the depth-of-field effect way back from the original multiscreen so this one should look a lot less blurry. I’ve overwritten the original files with this new version so be sure to keep the files you downloaded if you like the first version.

Lastly, I have added one of my favorite abstracts to the Free Gallery. It’s called “Colorwheel” and I hope you all enjoy it!

Posted on June 15, 2011

I’ve added the dual and triple-screen versions of “Dødenfell” to the gallery this evening. I’ve offset the dual-screen (above) rather than split the volcano between two screens. It does lose a bit of the sky this way but I think it makes better use of the expanded frame. I hope you guys enjoy it!

I promise I’ll try to create something a little less gloomy looking next time.;)

A number of folks asked that I extend my Summer Special through payday so if you still want take advatange of my 25% discount on new Memberships and Renewals you are still welcome to do so. I will leave the coupon code active until 6/19 (but no further) for those who want to use it over the weekend.

Use coupon code “summertime” to get the discount and feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Posted on June 14, 2011

I’ve posted a new version of “Dødenfell” in the Members Gallery this morning. The camera has pulled back a bit so the reflections show in the water and I’ve extinquished the forest fires. I’m sure some folks will be disappointed but I also took out the aurora. The first two renders will remain available in the Pickle Jar of course!

My Summer Special continues through tomorrow so please feel free to take advatange of my 25% discount on new Memberships and Renewals! Use coupon code “summertime” to get the discount and feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Posted on June 13, 2011

Sorry it’s been so quiet around here for the past week or so. Right after I posted “Dødenfell” I had to step away from the computer for a little family time. I’ve had all of my renderers buzzing while I was away however and today I am harvesting the first of their fruits.

I’ve added the dual and triple-screen version of “Interopposite” to the gallery this afternoon. As I’ve been doing with my other recent abstract multiscreens, I choose to change up the camera angle a bit for this version. I hope it works for your setup!

I also wanted to mention that I am running a Summer Special until Wednesday. All Memberships and Renewals (including the Lifetime option) are 25% off. Just use the coupon code “summertime” on the sign up or renewal page to get the discount. Thanks and stay tuned for more renders coming up this week!!