Thanks for the reply! :O) Check out www.scifishorts.com and jump in! (The directions are posted, for new writers). Todd

I think the beauty of this contest is to work within the natural 'limitations' and bring as much creativity to the work itself. Besides, it would help define a more accurate judging-point if it were stripped down so to speak and everyone could further appreciate the product, considering it's parameters. Just a thought... Heck, if I could afford either of these programs...I'd be welcoming this kind of challenge. Like an old life-quote: (That I'll apply to this forum) "Life is 10% what happens to you...and 90% what you make out of it." Okay, follow me on this one . . . "[This contest] is 10% parameters and 90% what you can make out of it." I really am at the door with this style of medium, being a traditional artist, but I really have enjoyed viewing all the styles of work. There are really some fantastic pieces of work in here. Keep it up! Welcome the challenge and run with it!