Dethblud- This is much better than the first one, so my hat is off to you there. I think there is a plug-in for Carrara that allows "glowing" objects to actually cast light. I would recommend (if it's free :) ) to nab that and try it out on the candles. I can't tell if the candles are illuminating anything at all. Also, if you want to focus attention, try the "Depth of Field" option, to make the background slightly out of focus. Mark, you rule. But get a life. :) Hoborg