(not sure how long a message can be...so here goes): I saw incredible Poser art. As an accident one day. And I fell in love, and like anyone who has ever picked up a Crayola, thinks he can do something remotely similar. Having said that...for Christmas, I got P4, V2 (light tex from DAZ), Gypsy hair (from hmann), a dragon (and outstanding tex's from...I can't remember), and a few other things. I want Michael (at a good price) but before I do that, I need to succed as SOMETHING before 1/14/02. I'm not asking for a miracle, just some basic understanding. So...basics (plz excuse...one beer too many). Just 'cause I got V2, doesn't mean I have a "character", right? I need to apply all sorts of tex's and make adjustments, and save, right? Is V2 just a "basis" for making a character? Assuming I am correct, I make a "version" of V2, with tex's, mods, etc. and save it? Then pull it back in, pose her, dress her, etc.? You see, I thought one purchased V2, and was ready to go. I guess I am wrong. Is this why people sell/purchase "characters" So-called "CR2" thingies? I appreciate any help people will give. I have seen AMAZING examples of sharing. Most recently, the time people took to help someone with "hair painting". Thanks in advance.