Well, isn't that what one is usually trying to do when attempting to get better in something (like Poser, DAZ Studio, Photoshop, etc.,) -- i.e., "... take projects beyond one's current ability ..."?

Of course, like I heard in a philosophy class once, (sic) "Everything logical can be concluded tragically" or somesuch, as witness this.

Probably pretty sad, given the age and stature of that particular artwork.