dBgrafix, I never 'paint' in the terrain editor(except to remove half a mtn), I feel you have much more at your disposal in PSP or PS as far as filters, etc(although some also work in Bryce). However, I have the greatest respect for those who do work in the editor. Also those new to 3D, may be very proficient in a 2D paint program, and that will help them get the desired results quicker, until they feel comfortable working in the terrain editor. Photos are nice too, although the greyscale isn't that pronounced with a photo, and if you up the contrast too much you lose some detail....but whatever helps you get what you're looking for, works for me...=)

Bryce Forum Coordinator....

Vision is the Art of seeing things invisible...