http://forums.cgsociety.org/showthread.php?f=185&t=849902&page=1&pp=15

This challenge features a carnival scene.

Even if you do not enter the challenge, it's a great idea to view the posts.  It is amazing to view all the different camera angles, materials, and of course the lighting used on the model.

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