I have 3ds Max 6, but tend to model in wings. All of my renders are done in Bryce. I like it's texture set up. I have used every program know to man but always end up here. If WINGS and BRYCE ever had a baby I would get it instantly.

@BRYSTER Draz lack of boolean talent is the mark of a SMART PERSON. Booleans are for the mentally deficient. Been there, done that. NEVER AGAIN.

Good luck Drac with whatever you do. Just remember, when the modelling goes haywire, and the textures won't fit, we will ALL be here to give you a hard time. Cheers.