No, I think you have something there. That's a really good analogy, and I think I may use it the next time this subject comes up in my life. If someone says that, or asks that sort of thing, then your response could be to turn and ask that person if that is also how they view a studio photographer. A studio photographer, has models, make-up, wigs, props, costumes, lighting, backdrops, and even simulates atmospheric effects. Then s/he has to compose a scene using these elements, and use the settings on his/her camera (perhaps even using special lenses), and the angle he wants. Once the picture is taken (let's skip the development and printing and say it's a digital camera), s/he might then take more steps in a graphics application to polish up the image, add special effects, and adjust the lighting and colors before s/he is satisfied with the image. I don't see how what we do with Poser requires any less skill or talent than that of a studio photographer.