Just another struggling artist with a passion for 3D computer graphics. I was first inspired by the works of Jean Giraud (a.k.a. Moebius) of "Heavy Metal" fame, hence the tribute in my online moniker. My 3D CGI tool of choice is LightWave, but I have recently started mucking about with digital photography. Other tools include Vue Infinite and DAZ|Studio. I also work in Photoshop and CorelDraw to cover the 2D graphics stuff.
I don't have too much patience for setting up final renders, because my interests lie in modeling. "Non-organic" modeling, or "hard surface" modeling, in the sci-fi genre to be specific. So the bulk of the images in my gallery are modeling WIP's and design studies, the rest are photos and a few quick sketches. I consider myself a hobbyist, because I am still at a level where my skills definitely need a lot more improvement.
I'm an architect by training, and work as Studio Manager for an architectural/interiors design office. I was born, raised and educated in the Philippines, but am currently based in Bangkok, Thailand where I live my wife, "Kanittha", our son "Nio" and our cat "Samuel".
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Comments (25)
Smitthms
Looks great Buddy, is taking shape quite nicely :o) Thomas
wozzyke
OK this is great, well done man, keep us posted. Only thing I dont like are the "legs" off the pooltables, they look not right, guess they need to be more rounded. This looks like an easy sollution. It's good this way, but I guess the rounded ones are better.
Moebius87
Thanks, thomas! :o)
wozz the billiards table is based on an actual table, so there's really not much berkeys can do to make it any more right.
illicit can everyone's favorite ret-monk please give me access to a dartboard so I can stick it up on the wall. I still have to ask permission from TwiztidKidd if we can use some of his renders as pin-up art for the bar.
berkeys how would you play this table... 9-ball?
caleb68
looking good moe, what happened to the other bar btw? ;)
ShadowWind
If it's a sports bar, probably some sports paraphenelia and TV's (lots of TV's) with different sporting events on the screen...Some neon stuff too would be good. Still though, it's looking great. Love the staircase and the bar itself. Good work on the pool table (for berkeys)...
lrf
Such fine work! Hmmm... I wonder when you will offer tutorials? Or even a book? You have a ton of great stuff Moe
Django
I hope they dont just serve vegetable and fruit juices ;) looks swell
Fillingim
Cool Image and Great Modeling as always Moe!! Read the Lightwave 7.5 Lighting book Moe...it might give some ideas!!
Teyon
I like it! Leave room for the Jell-o Pool. :)
ElorOnceDark
Yeah Teyon! Jello pool! I like it! Cool work Moe! The addition of the pool tables really adds a lot to this!
Nos
Hey Moe, I want to model a dartboard for the bar. If you gimme a couple of days, I can have it modeled and textured for you, What do ya say?
Moebius87
Nos thanks for the offer, but illicit already has a terrific dartboard... he just hasn't sent it over (but then again, I haven't sent him the bar either).
ShadowWind Don't worry, we haven't forgotten about the TV's. :o) Am planning to hang a large flat screen floating on a wall at the mezzanine level, so that patrons on both levels can watch the game.
Django We serve a special V8 cocktail just for you.
Fillingim My copy of the book still hasn't arrived in the mail. :o(
lrf I'd be happy to help you out on polygonal stuff like this, just don't ask me about [shudder] organics.
caleb68 Still working on it, but this one takes priority right now. :o)
Teyon Actually we do have a vodka-jello pool in the VIP room. :o) Bring your own straws.
ElorOnceDark Thanks, chief. We still have a foozball table and a pinball machine that are being completed for this scene. :o)
berkeys :o) That's exactly how I would have played it, sir. Although you might have a much better chance of making the shots. Next WIP I'll post a more difficult pool problem for you. :o)
dandavis
I would drink there. :-)
Kottfars
Love the spotlights, is there any job for me as bartender you think???
mafenther
Excellent work Moe and Berkeys, I will be the first customer
Moebius87
I have to change the layout of the entire bar... I need to hang some lights over the pool tables and I don't want to have to suspend them over a void, so I'm going to rework the whole space to have the tables going under the mezzanine space. :o(
Modulok
Looks to be shaping up quite nicely :o
illicit
Moe, maybe its just me, but from here your...ahem....balls look pretty big for that table.
EvolutionXtinct
hey Moe about time ya posted something i was beginning to get scared ;) nice work on the bar guyz can't wait to see and use it!
Eugenius
Hey Moe. I like the idea of placing the pool tables under the mezzanine space. Will you place this bar on the top space?
berkeys
I must agree with Illicit (however painful that is to do) the balls are a bit on the bloated side. Remember, the opening of the corner pocket is 6in and the diameter of the balls should be approx 2 and 5/8, varies slightly with manufacturer. So two balls will fit into a pocket side by side with room to spare. Another guide is the cushions they should be just over half the diameter of the balls (this is so they dont fly off the table killing the guy playing foosball). Hey, are the lights gonna be the three in a row brass type or the ever popular pyramid shaped, beer advertising or stained glass type? I better stop before i need to add a second chapter, in conclusion, your balls are bloated. nuff said!
Moebius87
berkeys And the moral of the story is to build all your stuff to scale. The table sent to me was about 328.46% normal size and who knows how big those balls were at first. I will make the necessary adjustments as instructed. Besides... what's wrong with having big balls? :oP
Rodogg
Nice work Moe. I always enjoy your work nomatter what you post.
lahavana
Excellent work, Master Moe! As usual, your pic rocks. Wish I could help too, like the other people, but Laha's got much to learn yet, so I doubt I'll be of any use :(. But, what I can do is say "Go, Moe, go!" I'll be watching the development of your bar with great interest. Cool stair-case! Very chique. ;)
DeathBrain
Yeap...you're the guy for LW..amazing realistic scene & lighting..:)