"This Sacred Place" By David J. Reid aka "Shardz" Software used: Poser 6, Vue 5 Infinite, Photoshop CS *~* Dedicated to Romanceworks! *~* Quite a few turn of events have transpired on this site, and in real life, since I last posted to the galleries back in May. It took me awhile to collect my thoughts and follow my heart to enrich me with the ability to passionately create images that I enjoyed sharing with you all. On June 17, 2006, this community suffered a tremendous loss in our friend and fellow artist, L.J. Heart of Romanceworks. This event truly gripped me with sorrow and a sense of bewilderment, and somehow eluded me with illogic in God�s mysterious master plan. Carol and L.J. have inspired me incredibly since I joined this community, and their trademark of intensely passionate images and love of nature are the best to be seen here or anywhere else. Carol has left comments on my images that I can never forget, and have honestly taken to heart. That is what this dedication to Carol and L.J. is all about; heart and soul, and the relentless pursuit of the human condition we know as love and devotion. Carol, we all feel your loss here, and we also still feel the strength of L.J. in this community in the work you present to us so perfectly. I can�t start any artistic project without taking into consideration why I am doing this in this first place, and to try my best to convey feeling and meaning in what I create. You and L.J. know the answer, and have enlightened so many here with that special spirit, and the spirit will forever live within us all. Your beautiful artwork and heart and soul will forever guide us, and future generations, in this sacred place, Carol. Please know your special gifts illuminate the paths of so many here! *Hugs* *~* Image Notes *~* This scene took me awhile to create as I modeled the candle holders and lamps in Hexagon months ago and changed everything around about 4 times. I�m designing a pack with these lamps along with other décor called �Elven Elegance� and hope to have that out before 2008. My status is generally that of a lurker, but I do visit when I get the chance. I really wanted to leave comments off, but I have been asked not to by a few close friends. It seems selfish to me, but perhaps leave a sentiment for Carol in lieu of me. Bless you all, and I�ll be back soon. Happy Labor Day! *Waves* *~*~* Credits List *~*~* *~* Retail Stuff *~* IgnisSerpentus & Prog - Fathom (Head Morphs, Makeup Options) Ann0314 & Mutedbanshee - Angelik Days (Makeup Options) Vali & Lory - Queen Esmeralda (Outfit, Body Morphs) Daz3D - Victoria V3 SR2 & Morph Packs Daz3D - V3 Hooded Cloak One Renapd - Sirens for V3 Hooded Cloak One Baron Vlad Harkonnen - The Last Princess (Skirt, Navel Ring - Modified Textures) Baron Vlad Harkonnen - The Princess of the Elves (Swords, Scabbards - Modified Textures) Baron Vlad Harkonnen - Princess of Sparta V3 - (Thigh & Arm Bands - Modified Textures) Xurge3D - Sensual Jewels (Shoes, Shin Guards - Modified Textures) Dave71 - V3 Genie (Rings - Modified Textures) Face_Off & Morris - HyperReal V3 (Shader Only) Shardz - Elven Elegance (Candle Lamps & Stands - Future Release) Daz3D - Gazebo of Mog Ruith Daz3D - The Gathering Wyrmmaster - 2005 Sexy Solo Spellcaster (Modified) Danie - Danie's Artposes (Modified) Danie & Marforno - DM Cove (Vase - Modified Textures) Danie & Marforno - DM MPP5 (Vase - Modified Textures) Danie & Marforno - DM Elaya's Asylum (Vase - Modified Textures) Danie & Marforno - DM The King's Tomb (Vase - Modified Textures) *~ Free Stuff ~* Lully - Hair Layers Varian - Various Flowers Daz3D - RHS Wall Section Darkscorn - Obelisc (Not Available) Ape50 - Sconces (Modified Textures) Kozaburo - UpDo Hair (www.digitalbabes2.com) Dreampaint - Wings, Necklace, Earrings (www.dreampaint.com) Thank you very much for your time, comments, and kind support, as always!