Description
This new version of “Winterborn” was inspired by the incredible macro-photography of Alexey Kljatov. I used one of background ice crystals from the 2012 revision which all modelled using Incendia’s Snowflake modeler. This particular flake was created when I was showing my son Jason how to do back when he was 6 years old (the shading is the hard part). I created the threads in Xfrog and rendered the whole using Lightwave 11.
Charles –
One of my all time favorites!
Michelle –
10/10 in my book. I LOVE snow, living in the Southwest we don’t get much. This one took my breath away though. Instant favorite. Thank you so much for all of your hard work.
Jacques –
I wouldn’t change anything. I hope to see a 1920×1080 version.
Anthony –
I love everything about this picture. Literally don’t think it can be improved on.
Mangoman –
Well, this one’s another ten, Mr. Bliss. I didn’t really wanna see it, seeing as how in West Michigan, we’ve had a crapload of snow the past two weeks. A green Xmas, then…DUMP! But your picture is beautiful, sir. It gives us pause… how such a delicate thing, so pretty and practically weightless, can, when they gather in hordes of trillions of trillions, bring mankind to a standstill by clogging roads, downing power lines, shutting people in, etc. So, it’s always nice to see the positive side of that snowflake. Thank you once again, sir.
Mangoman –
Well, this one’s another ten, Mr. Bliss. I didn’t really wanna see it, seeing as how in West Michigan, we’ve had a crapload of snow the past two weeks. A green Xmas, then…DUMP! But your picture is beautiful, sir. It gives us pause… how such a delicate thing, so pretty and practically weightless, can, when they gather in hordes in trillions of trillions, bring mankind to a standstill by clogging roads, downing power lines, shutting people in, etc. So, it’s always nice to see the positive side of that snowflake. Thank you once again, sir.
Big Dave –
It is really nice but the 3200×1200 dual 4:3 download is bad. It is like a thumbnail size. Can’t wait to see it full-size dual screen.
Tyler –
I liked the FB render much more. That is where I first saw it. The FB version had a cylinder shaped flake and didn’t have the whispy background. The flake looked like an ankh and was very unique.
RadghKris –
I love this design. Your work is always so detailed. Each little pixel so intricately placed. Well done!
Laura –
Love the flake, not so sure about the background. Still a lovely update.
Toscano –
This is a very pleasant way to start the new year!
…no 1440 x 1280 (Nexus 7) though?
Audrey –
So happy you were inspired by the macro-photography of Alexey Kljatov. The first time I saw his images I was in awe! Now it’s like the best of both worlds in your wallpaper! Thank you so much, Ryan.
Petah –
I cannot wait for the multiscreen of this one. 🙂
Brian J. –
Stunning image Ryan. Superb work yet again. Only change I’d like to see is perhaps one or two more flakes in the background. And the multimonitor version. 🙂
Littlemom –
This is so beautiful!!! Love this render.