ArtPearl,

Some would think it 'cheating' to use a 3D program like Vue or Poser to 'make art' as the program is an automated tool which helps significantly. For instance, you don't have to know about 3-point perspective, nor do you have to understand exactly how light reflects off different materials.

Others might say creating a scene using other people's models is also 'cheating.'

But then, isn't a paintbrush and a canvas tools? Aren't live models or pictures, references? 

It really depends on where you personally want to draw the line. Don't get me wrong, I do understand your line in the sand. Of course others' lines are different. Some pro's aren't concerned about art, but rather about how fast and how good they can create a finished product and submit an invoice! For them, it's all about shortcuts.

Many of us others will see mrsparky's generous contribution as yet another tool to help us along the way.