I felt the same way, I'm a member at CGtalk, and according to the modelers over there poser is blacklisted, as a short-cut to modeling!

I've seen what it takes in order to "Model" a figure, not only do you have to TRY and learn the COUNTER intuitive system/interface within these programs,{In some cases 6-12 month learning curve!} but you have to PAINSTAKINGLY manipulate ploygons, and verticles in order to even come up with something that doesn't resemble a lump of mal-formed cheeze!

A process that is in some cases is in complete opposition to the creative impulses of an Artist, that resembles more of a technician's skill, as opposed to an Artistic one!

The blistering irony is that these "Modelers/technicians" yelp on, and on about 3D "NOT getting recognition from the traditional Art-world due to the alleged ease of creating their artwork!" that they, themselves are becoming that in which they are fighting against!....

By not letting Poser artists get recognition in the 3D art-world, due to the alleged ease of creating their artwork!

I'm also a traditional Artist as well,<--Drawing, painting,REAL sculpturer W CLAY!}But I also like the 3D field as well...
But don't get me wrong, the 3D modelers work is one of exceptional beauty, and craftsmanship, to be envied by ANY traditional artist!<--Just so long as they DON'T get a big head about it!}

But these constant yammerings "For true recognition in their field" have been debated amongst the Modern Artists,Fine Artists, and the "Lowly" Fantasy/Comic-book Artists<--Yours truly here!} forEVER! So just chalk it up as snobs not accepting a newer form of Art that doesn't fit into their little world, and keep on creating!