Randy, yes, it is a business. And as a business, they need to make money to, at the very least, keep the business open. No, they most likely didn't start this site out of the "milk of human kindness", but they still, for the most part, keep things free for us, the users, when they really don't have to.

Maybe I've missed it, but I don't see where anyone says you can't comment or voice your opinion. =) You have some valid points. I'm only trying to get you to see it from Renderosity's point of view. Times change, costs of running the site go up, servers don't last forever, more people are signing up and/or visiting straining the site even more. Something has to give somewhere.

Look at it this way, which would you rather have, a site where you can upload your 3 images a day but runs slow as hell and crashes all the time -or- a site where you can upload one image a day, but is fast and reliable? I don't know about you, but I like to have web sites fast and reliable.

Randy, I'm sorry, but how are they making money off of you? As far as I can see, Renderosity gets a share of the merchant sales and then their pay services, the e-mail accounts, locker space, extra gallery uploads. Where are they getting a lot of money from you?

You know, they could have banner ads, pop-ups, all kinds of annoying advertising if they needed the money that bad. They don't. Have you ever priced servers? Have you the skill to host a site with your own servers, a site the size of Renderosity? It takes money. I've seen a good number of awesome sites go down because they simply cannot afford it any longer.

If the policies the web site owners decide to bring into effect bother you, the simple solution would be to just not go back to the site. shrug You can take down your gallery, stop posting in the forums, do your shopping elsewhere. But lets be honest, do you really think a few dozen people getting pissed and leaving is going to make a difference to Renderosity? I don't, especially when they have more people signing up everyday to post their work in the galleries, sell their merchandise, etc.

I apologize if I have offended you or anyone else, but I think Renderosity has the right to do whatever they feel like doing, it is their site, they make the rules, and it they want to profit from it, more power to them. Those who don't like it can choose to no longer visit. It's just that simple.

goes back to lurking

"10. Re: An unpopular subject? by mondoxjake on 11/17/03 21:32

I say 'useful' because the comments are more likely to contain constructive tips, and those are the comments I like. Spare me the "Wows", "beautifuls", and "ughs"...these are the words I use in Wal Mart's parking lot during the summer short wearing season!"

Okay, I'm new, or fairly new here, and something I've noticed that really bothers me is just what Mondoxjake hinted at. Why even have suggestions? From what I've seen, all people do is post the "Great job", "Terrific", "Beautiful!!". Well, frankly, I've seen those types of comments and "excellent" ratings on pieces that really suck. I don't mean to be harsh or crude, but when I see something that is clearly NOT excellent being rated as such, it makes me think WTF? So, when I get those same comments, it means nothing to me because it's just talk.

Like, there is an artist who does awesome work, but lately their images haven't been quite up to what they did in the past, yet, everyone still fawns over their pieces like they are the pure form of perfection.

I don't know, perhaps I am a bit more realistic with my expectations or something, but when I posted "Stasia", I was actually looking forward to the constructive criticism of how I can improve my image, develop my skills. I mean, the comments I did receive are nice to see, but most ring hollow...not all, but most. shrug

Mac, beautiful work! I love the black and whites! Thank you for sharing. =)

Well, I can only speak for myself, but you haven't offended me in the least. I apologize if I gave you the feeling you did. I love a good debate/discussion, and a lot of the time I just take the opposite side for the heck of it.

Bonni, while I like to go for the realistic look, the photorealistic textures do nothing for me either. Like I stated earlier, it is a blend of realism and fantasy that I like. On the surface, at first glance, it looks real, but as you study it, you begin to see where it crosses the line into the "fantasy" side.

In defence of the Poser artists, I have seen some beautiful work. Granted, it wasn't all Poser, but nevertheless, it started there and the overall picture looks awesome.

Ah, Mac, we are talking about two seperate entities then. =) While I am just talking about the creative process and the end result it produces, you are talking about, for a lack of a better word/phrase "Works of Art". Something may be artistic, but not be a "Work of Art". Is that the gist of what you are saying? Even so, it is still based upon opinions of what the viewer likes or dislikes. I mean, Picasso is considered to be one of the "Masters", but I honestly cannot stand his work. I think the debate over what is art is really fruitless. It all boils down to what an individual prefers to see. Either way, if my work never is seen or remembered, it's all good. I enjoyed making it, er...starting it, and that is all that really matters in the end IMO. =)

You can try looking over at LockerGnome.com. They have a few recommendations. =)

"What eventually becomes 'Art' is dictated by factors way beyond the control of the artist. The dealers, the market, time, taste and sometimes, sheer luck." I'm sorry Maclean, I have to totally disagree with you. If some dealer says that a bunch of cow patties creatively arranged is art, well, it's still a pile of shit to me. Dealers and the market do not decide for me what makes something art. What makes art art, is the person creating it and the person viewing it. If I create something, by the very definition of 'art' (From Merriam-Webster...the conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic objects; also: works so produced), I have produced art. What the dealers and market do decide is which pieces of art make money.

What is art indeed... I am like bogwoppet, I don't care for abstract art at all. Realism, mixed with a bit of dream-like fantasy, is my choice. I would love to achieve realism in my images to a certain degree. For example, when someone looks at my work, I want them to feel like if they reach out and touch the lion's pelt, it will feel rich in texture, something they can sink their fingers into before he sinks his fangs into them. LOL Real, yet a dream-like creation. It is an incredibly fine line, in my opinion. And one that very, very few artists ever achieve.

Who ever made that pic, they should have said "Do Your Patriotic Doodie"... >> << What? <3

Deecey! You removed the picture! I'm glad you decided to put it back up. Very funny! Dave, sorry man, Deecey ruined my post. =P Thanks for the info. I guess the difference is that nobody here will give such info, whereas on the gaming board, someone probably would.

Neftis, f'in classic!!!!!!! LMAO <3

Yep! Just go to Display > Clear Background Picture. That's for Poser 5, by the way. Not sure about Poser 4. =)

Um, k, I don't mean to be a jerk or anything, but three topics? Not only that, but one marked "nudity" and another "violence"? Why? Oh, that's right, attention...

I'm with Sam, how much are you offering for these services you desire?

Attached Link: http://www.renderosity.com/viewed.ez?galleryid=532342&Start=1&Artist=antje&ByArtist=Yes

Thank you, Towal. =) As for ground cover...I have another recommendation for you, Kurtz-Fernhout's PlantStudio. You can grow your own plants and flowers and import them into Poser (there is a tutorial on how to do this on their site)! =) Wanna know the best thing? It's FREE!! =D http://www.kurtz-fernhout.com/PlantStudio/index.htm <3