Posted on February 21, 2013

A lot of folks mentioned that my “Satori (Night)” reminded them of the movie “Avatar”. So many, in fact, that I thought it would be fun to do a “full Pandora” render.

This wallpaper is started out in the Pickle Jar but most people preferred it to my more Earthbound version. Thanks for your comments and ratings!

ALSO: I have extended my “New Member Special” until Friday. Use the coupon code “firsttime” to save 30% on the Membership of your choice.

(Protip: Anyone can use the coupon, not just first timers. Returning Members, however, should note that the “iamback” coupon code will save you $10 off rather than 30% and is a better deal on the yearly Memberships.)

Posted on February 18, 2013

I’ve added a night version of “Satori” to the Members Gallery this morning.

I thought this one was a pretty good candidate for “Nightening” but it actually turned out to be somewhat complicated.

My original idea for this piece was the bottom of a cenote and (to be honest) the scene is still set up that way. This means I am a bit restricted in how I can place the moonlight. I hope it doesn’t look too dark. I did some fireflies to brighten things up a bit.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy it. I will be rendering the multiscreen shortly and then onto new projects!

Site News: I wanted everyone to know that I enabled PayPal’s “Bill-Me-Later” program over the weekend. It allows you to take up to 6 months to pay for purchases $99 and up and can be used to acquire the Lifetime DB Membership you have always wanted!. In addition, if it is your first time using “Bill-Me-Later” they will knock $10 off the price.

Posted on February 7, 2013

Hard to believe it has been 10 years since I rendered the original “Satori” using World Builder 3. The company that made World Builder went out of business unfortunately and I haven’t been able to use the software since 2005.

This update was created and rendered using Vue d’Esprit 11 Infinite. There are (as always) some things I would still like to tweak. You can find the original “Satori” in the Free Gallery here for comparison.

Let me know what you think of the update!

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Posted on January 23, 2013

I’ve added “The Forgotten Way” to the Members Gallery this afternoon. The weather in Illinois has been especially cold and grey recently and this piece is a definite reaction to my cabin fever. Dual and triple-screen versions are also available.

I’m still working out the lighting on this one so don’t be surprised to see a variation or two over the next few days. Let me know what you think!

Posted on January 18, 2013

Haiku Contest!

I am offering a free Lifetime membership (or upgrade) to the person who writes the best haiku based on one of my wallpapers.

Simply post your haiku in the comments section for the above image on my Facebook page along with a link to the wallpaper in my gallery that inspired you. The link should be in the form /product/haiku2k72 (copy/paste it from your address bar is the easiest way to do this).

The writer with the most likes by 5pm (CDT) will win the Lifetime Membership and the next two will win 1 year Memberships (or renewals).

Yes, your haiku must be in the 5-7-5 syllable format to win.

Here’s a wonderful example from DB Member Michelle…

“Like this autumn leaf,
I hope to show my colors
Before I am gone.”

Good Luck!!

(PS: Be looking for a new render shortly…)