Hi, Archdruid.

I'm determined  to 'get' Blender this time round.  I think the difference is, I'm seriously motivated this time.  I'm in the process of switching to Linux, which means I'll have to say goodbye to Poser - which up to now has been the only 3D app I've really known my way around.

In the past, I've dabbled with stuff like Shade and Amapi, and got absolutely nowhere.  I couldin't model for peanuts...  It's a totally new skill for me to learn-  the thought of having to MAKE my models, instead of just buying them at R'osity makes me wonder if the whole thing is feasible.

But I love 3D stuff, and the switch to Linux pretty much means it's got to be Blender for my future 3D work.

You're totally right about 'what does that do...  Aaaw, bugger!'
In the past I've been afraid to touch any Blender button unless I knew exactly what would happen, but now I'm experimenting, and it's fun.  I've just completed a figure, and decided to hit the SSS button to see what would happen.  I have to say, I'm pleased with the results!