Marion, I have to agree with you 100% on this... we don't know where this will evolve :)

Keith, I'm backing you, too. For me, mixed media should go in the mixed media gallery - but where to draw the line? I can't verbalize it - but I know it when I see it!

Most graphics imaging programs use Fractal math to some degree - but I like knowing, for example, that a sphere was created in UF, or XD, or other fractal generator. It takes a whole different set of skills to set up the lighting and colors/reflections in what we call "fractal generators" than it does in other imaging software. I like to know what I'm looking at, and appreciate the fact that even though those "spheres, or whatever" may NOT be perfect, the thought and work behind it comes from a program I know, and can appreciate. And I can appreciate those beautiful post processed fractals, when I know what program the artist used to create the original.

For those that enjoy mixing programs (and there are some beautiful works here) how about posting something to the fractal forum that says "hey! I just uploaded an image to Mixed Media (or Bryce, or Poser) that involves some fractals - y'all come by and have a peek!". Fractal friends will follow the artist, and comment accordingly. And you get the added bonus of making new friends in a different community.

Panny (off soapbox now)