Silmarillion by Rykk
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Ultrafractal 3.02 - Apophysis2 beta21 - Photoshop7 for sig and reassembly since the orb has one flame and couldn't be rendered with the rest of the layers - Paintshop Pro7 for sharpening and conversion to .jpeg
In the age preceeding the wars of the Third Age in Middle Earth, the Silmarils were objects of grave strife and contention that even darkened the blissful lives of the Valar and Teleri in the West in fair Valinor ere its becoming hidden from the sight of men. These were the days of Elves before the coming of the race of Men and the Moon and the Sun. When only the light of the Two Trees grown by Yavanna lit Ea. The Silmarils were crafted by Feanor and contained the essence of the golden light of the day tree, Telperion and the silver light of the evening tree, Laurellin - which lit day and night ere their light was extinguished by Melkor - also named Morgoth Bauglir - with the aid of the spider, Ungoliant.
The history of the Second Age is wrapped around the wars and treachery spawned by the desire to possess these gems. Here we see the last in its sconce inscribed with the Elvish runes for the Two Trees, Telperion and Laurellin, in the fortress of the mighty warrior, Huorin, ere its walls were cast down by the dragon, Glamdring and the last Silmaril eaten and never seen again.
Another attempt at 3d within UF, the orb alone took 30 layers to shade and mask - whew! lol The "sconce" is made with Mark Townsend's "Gnarl" formula and Damien Jones' "Curvature Average" ucl. I was fortunate to stumble across the shape while trying to make something for a recent "challenge" on the UF Mailing List. Thanks for stopping by, y'all!
Rick
Comments (95)
STEVIEUKWONDER
Stunning work Rick. It is absolutely perfect and the finish is superb. Very well done indeed! Steve :o) Oops! Happy holidays!
Pannyhb
Jumpin Jehosephat! This is one of your best - and that's saying a lot! The clean lines and the perfect 3D appearance show what a master of detail you are in UF. It's elegant and powerful at the same time. Whooooeeee, I'm impressed!
kimpe
What wonderful detail! Absolutely stunning. So very well done.
Fractelaar
This indeed fabulous render -layerwork Can you never give a bigger compliment then my first idea where Rykk is busy in 3D Studio Max :-)Super 3D look Congrats
blacq_nyght_vampyre
I agree with Pannyhb!!! I do believe you've outdone yourself..... AWESOME!!!!!!!
mdessureault
I tried once to make Telperion and Laurelin in UF but it stayed as a draft. Very nice Silmaril. What I say, incredible Silmaril!
Longrider
Excellent creation as usual.well done Rykk.
DennisReed
Awesome tale and stunning render! The refraction/reflection on the tower is exquisite! Bravo!
eres
FantasticworkofartRick!!!!!V
redbeard
Really wonderful surfaces and composition! Very impressive and beautiful work!
gunsan
This is stunning! Thanks for the story and this precious creation!
katanna
the marble sphere is beautiful and the gold medallion shines with polished light. Superb
kgm
Oh, wow! The metal lighting is just fabulous as is the marble sphere -- they look absolutely real! Cool fable, too!
DiamondPointArt
Very fine work. Groundbreaking textures, colors, depth, and realism. You would be a legend in Middle Earth.
maud
Wow, im impressed! What I want to say katanna sais it..Outstanding Rick! ~v~ :)
fractalinda
I love the marble sphere and the golden-silver lit part of the Simaril; so finely crafted, and the reflections and finish are incredible. Design details (and overall), colors, light and texture- outstanding+ Bravo, Rick!
ulliroyal
You love what your doing. Very proud expression in your image!
msebonyluv
Amazing work!!!
invidiosa
beautiful lighting and textures - this is a great realistic image
Snow_Angel
This is the image of per-fec-tion,lol! Geeze what a beauty Rick! Very nice work here! Love the shine on the gold stand! Very pretty! Outstanding work! Back to the drawingboard,lol! :) V
Richardphotos
superb work Rick. I did not know you was using Apo', of course there are alot of things that I do not know.beautiful work-v
logiloglu
wow, a wonderful composed artwork. the textures and light are most beautiful. amazing. vote #:O)
Angelwave
another masterpiece, thanks
Balog
You are truly a Master! This is a beautiful combo of several fractals. What an inspiration.
tazzlair
Unbelievably amazing work! I can't even put into words how great this is. V
jocko500
this is beautiful looking; love the story too
tresamie
Only you could manage this! Stunning, incredible, amazing. :)
kansas
Perfection! Totally beautiful. You are a master fractal maker.
PaulDeCelle
Way cool, Rick. 'Nuff said!
emay68
This is stunning, Rick!! Awesome 3D effect. Beautiful colors and textures. Thanks for the Rings tale, too. Fantastic job! :o) V