D@M - I'd not heard of that book before where you first saw that Angus McKie picture - might have to track that one down! I've always loved scif-fi illustration, spaceships in particular, so was instantly attracted to the works of Chris Foss, Peter Elson, Angus McKie etc.

I saw that model on turbosquid.com - I agree- I'd rather make my own. Bringing one's vison to life is all about putting in the effort, and that includes modelling (well, in my book anyway).

I do hope you can get your image done in time for the challenge - it'll look superb! When I first read your notes on the challenge - "a ruined spacehip in a desert" - I immediately thought of the Angus McKie picture! Best of luck with it!