I need some feedback and advice on creating a see-through figure using V4/M4 figures or even basic ".obj" items. What I am specifically trying to do is get a look of a hologram/ghost type of figure. My work flow consists of Poser Pro, Vue 7 Infinite and Photoshop CS4.

After trying several techniques in post work and varies lighting in both Vue and Poser Pro, I have not quite been able to get a true look of such a figure. Of course Photoshop is quite powerful with using masks, layers, lighting adjustments, etc. but I can't figure out how to make just my figure look good after rendering for a hologram/ghost appearence. The problem is, I want the figure to be fully visible and not covered or emersed in atmosphere to get the effect. Best way to describe it is the "Help me Obi-Won" from Star Wars holograms sort of look. You can clearly see her outfit, hair, makeup, etc. but it appears hollow and empty.

If anyone out there has done such work, I would appreciate some detailed tips on how and what you did to achieve this effect.

Thanks,

Jeff

Jeff

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