Try multi-replicating the 2D trees that came with Bryce (Create > rocks and trees). They render very fast. For that distant forest, use a bluish color for ambience and a small bump to save time. You may see an example of those trees in my last pic at: http://www.renderotica.com/viewed3.ez?galleryid=2473&Start=37&Sectionid=0&BestRanking=Yes Nandus