Hi Dex, That depth-of-field effect is best explained by Brian Taylor. I feed on his brains! visit www.rustboy.com and check out the "making of" section. ...and to Kaom and Cristianr, I understand how you feel. Controlled creativity comes most easily when ones mind is at peace. Here's Jim's prescription: Turn off the news, dim the lights and listen to Kitaro, Shadowfax, or anything under the Windham Hill label for at least one hour before you turn on the computer. Repeat as necessary. Take care all, Jim Z. a.k.a. Julian Boolean