well, aoy, as usual, turned out to be all about those artists competing in the poser category. lighting and postwork are terrific skills. however, in cg, i also think the artist who can make the best meshes...from scratch, should count, too. i'm a bit of a purist. if you can make the meshes you are using for your art....great, good for you. if you are good at texturing these models...even better. if you can put together all of the elements you created...in a visually thought provoking, or, pleasing way...honey, you've got my vote. as for my thoughts on postwork...less is more. just my two pennies, tonight.