Grand Space Opera 3D Entry: Michael Madic'

[Virtuoso]

If I had three wishes.........................One would be to CGnetworks.......I would ask for a "Grand Space Opera" theme to a challenge.............................Well wishes do come true apparently.:arteest:

The skies are wide open with this theme,and the possibilities almost endless............It's great to be part of this challenge.And I look forward to pushing my limits............Now onto more storyline & concept dreaming......................May the Polycount Gods be kind to us all..............:beer:

[markovicd]

e bash mi drago sto i ti uchestvujes na takmichenju! :)
nadam se da ce nesto super biti :D
hm... i must ask Michael u speak Serbian ? or not so that i can put messages in serbian :)
anyhow
GL MAN i really liked ur work in past challange machineflesh... it was great manny detail just what i like :)
GL MAN best luck

Markovic Darko

[flyingP]

May the Polycount Gods be kind to us all..............:beer:

you know I would LOVE to know just what sort of mega machine you have to be able to pull that off like that :D

and nice to see you've joined the party too Michael :thumbsup:

[Versiden]

hey Michael..

my official welcome and good luck! this is my registration to your thread so I can keep a close eye on you .. lol

this challenge is gonna rock! So much to learn. I have no clue how to make explosions or laser fire or engine glow or whatever... but that's the whole point ;p

cheers m8

[Johnlittle]

Ooooh lala,Virt is in eh!I best fasten my seatbelt.:bounce:

[spirogyro]

Awesome, I see you've decided to join us! I've been a great fan of your style, can't wait to see what you pull off this time.
:buttrock:

[rattlesnake]

Now is official..."virtuoso is in" an will rock this challenge!
ok mate lets party!...good luck and i hope the gods are with us! as u said.

"HEY EVERYONE! KEEP AN EYE ON THIS THREAD".... 'COS IS GOING TO ROCK!!

[oshiroii]

looking forward to this man!

[DimitrisLiatsos]

:bounce: :deal: :bounce: ..have fun man...

[Karlstok]

I just know something wicked insane comes this way.:bounce:

[Gregwid]

"HEY EVERYONE! KEEP AN EYE ON THIS THREAD".... 'COS IS GOING TO ROCK!!
You got that right.Subscribed.Bring it on.:buttrock:

[jddog]

:beer: nice to see your entry ! good luck Michael !
jdd

[Squibbit]

Hey Virtuoso, here we go again ! Have FUN !

[percydaman]

will be interested to see what you come up with. INSANE detail I hope. hehe Good Luck!

[JamesMK]

Ah, now that Mr Madic has finally entered, everything will get back to normal. That is, totally wacko! ... I already hear the hissing roar of those terabyte chips getting up to speed somewhere close to the beach, on a continent far, far away.

:cool:

[Jeremypiven]

This is gonna be sa-weet.:bounce: Great to see you in partner.:thumbsup:

[pigwater]

hey stranger :) ... glad to see you in on this in a big way i'm sure ... you will undoubtedly amaze and delight with your magic

been meanin to drop by the lab ... actually if i still got keys i'll drop by now ...

great to see ya here:)

[Saschi0815]

aarrh, haven't found your thread yesterday - now I got it and I will calm down:thumbsup:
Again: Best wishes, Michael, for your entry (with knowing u don't need any luck!)

I expect u will throw trilliards of polies around,hehe .Keep the poly-overkill alive:bounce: :buttrock:

cheers, dude

...and many thanks for your welcome :-))))

[Peter C.]

Great to see you join!

You know we all expect some crazy poly counts from you :argh:

Best of luck to you Michael!!!

[adr]

Welcome bud , cant wait to see your first sketches , good luck:thumbsup:

[madshooter]

Hi virtuoso, Best of luck for this challenge.:)

[tabajara]

good luck dude!

looking forward to see this one :D

[Russel-Nash]

Hi,
good luck for your entry. Can't wait to see the polycount rising.:scream:

Russel

[janhath]

This is going to be off the hook.Paint a whopper of a 3D space opera Michael the vituoso.:buttrock: :bounce:

[Virtuoso]

Just stopping by to thank all those that have come by to give me a nice warm welcome.It's always very much appreaciated.:beer:

I will be back soon with a storyline to my planned creations.............Just getting all the puzzle pieces sorted out.Until then thanks again for the incredible welcome.Now back to :wip: :arteest:

[Vladvrz]

Man like always I expecting bar raising stuff.cant wait to see what you got cookin.:bounce:

[Lemog]

A challenge without you is not a real challenge... but I'm reassured... you're here :scream:

Michael, The True Master of the Polygons is here... then... the contest can start :buttrock:

Lemog...

[Cygnus-X]

Hi Michael just stopping by to say hello, that challenge gonna be huge! I can't wait to see what will come out your twisted mind this time :thumbsup: I am sure that will be fantastic. Best of luck my friend. I will fallow this thread for sure:)

[dominicqwek]

Mike, Michael or Madic? what do people call you? Man, I had to dig real deep to look for your thread, had to set to thread poster and search for the posters with V. You should have a link to your signature really. LOL. And.. and... and I was expecting work when I got here!?

Hurry ok? I'm hungry :P

take care
-dom

[3doid]

hey Michael, wassup man.. waiting for some gr8 stuff from u... roemers has it that ur spending most of the time commenting other ppl's works... but i have no clue what wolf is under the sheep's cloake... in a good way ofcourse..;) cheerz buddy looking foreward to ur posts... :thumbsup:

[LucianoBerutti]

finally I found you!:thumbsup: I am waiting to see your creation. I will be with opened eye in you:eek: good luck! My friend! :bounce:

[Virtuoso]

Vladvrz....................I will try my best,thanks for the incouragment,it means alot.

Lemog.................Only when you enter will it be complete.I certanly hope somehow you can find the time somewhere down the road.Very nice of you to drop by,thanks very much.Now find out a way to get by with only 2 hours sleep,let me in on the secret,and get into this thing.It's got mega and epic written all over it.Hope to see you in and here again.Until then all the best to you...............:beer:


Cygnus_X....................I am unscrewing my twisted mind now.I will give it a good shot and have some fun while doing it.I sure hope to see you in this one too.Thanks for coming.:cool:

Dom...............Thanks...................a few rough drafts,are coming up.I have a few exciting thoughts,and am going to piece them together as I go.I will post soon now,a storyline and a couple rough draft's,to get things rolling in the right direction.............

3doid....................Thanks for stopping by,I hope to get this thread in gear soon now.

luciano berutti................Putting the pieces together Luciano.............I hope to get the first thoughts up soon now..............Thanks for stopping by,and again all the best to you.


Thanks again to all for the support,you make a great theme and fun process all the more zesty and tasty..................Back soon with a rough draft #1 and a storyline..........:arteest:

[viag]

hey nice to see you again , i wish you good luck , and i cant waiting to see your incredible work ! :eek:

[Virtuoso]

Viag thanks......................I will be looking out for you too............We should have lot's of fun and lot's of creating to do with this theme.Until later.................:arteest:

[Virtuoso]

Revised storyline:


We pillage,we plunder,we loot without giving a hoot: A SCALAWAG STORY!..........................


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The Scalawags of L'Eternel Are treasure seeking,rum swilling,skirt chasing,quest lov'in,battle hardened scoundrels that live by a long time honored code of pillage,plunder,ravage, loot without giving a hoot to our deaths with weapon and rum mugs in hand.They extort,pilfer,maraud,and embezzle.They are to the very bone a rough and gruff cutthroat clan of high sea and air space scoundrels,knaves and rascals.................

They fly high in steam powered steel steeds,beasts and terrors of the skies of L'Eternel....................Steel beasts and vessels of doom*......full of gadgets,contraptions,weapons,all provided to them by there leader and great Scalawag inventor Brains A'Plenty (BAP).......................

They inflame and ignite the grand cities of L'Eternel,they offer no mercy to the corrupt rich,they plunder and pillage with glee in there eyes.......They give to the less fortunate,and keep the other half .......Yes somewhere beneath there gruff and tough exteriors lie at least half a heart..............

In one of the grand cities ruled (Taken over) by the Scalawags there are magnificent games,battle to the death gladiator style,and all sorts of tests of strength and courage challenges........

In this one praticular city of L'Eternel (Scalawag ruled) is where this story (Pivotal moment) takes place.........This city has blood soaked stains,death is around every bend.Blood flows in the cities gutters and sewers..................

This praticular city is best known for it's Grand gladiator space style races,and incredible raceway (AKA The steel steeds stomping grounds).................These races are made up of both speed and battle..........To the bone tooth and nail they fly and roll upon the great tracks through the grand city,maiming and chopping at one another,some in flight,others upon the massive tracks themselves..........

As time passed,and wars outside of this praticular city gained steam,and more and more of this praticular Scalawag cities battling society died on battlefields and others went out on grand adventures for treasure,and loot,as well as to great Rum drinking holes/taverns,never to return due to death and imprisonment.................

This space opera brings us to a point in time when only two Scalawag warriors of this once Grand city survive.................A death city,all that was is gone,buried in ash,bones and covered in pools of blood..................

These two warriors will go on as all of this praticular Scalawag Clan has........in battle,massive steel steeds under them thundering and flying across the great raceway battle tracks of this once fierce,proud, and bloody city...................Only one will survive,only one will be left of this praticular Scalawag clan...................A sole survivor........The great past warriors would want it no other way...................

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I will depict a "Pivotal moment" in this grand city of L'eternel.This moment will be the final battle/race to the death of this praticular Scalawag clan.A final race/battle for the last warriors,the last survivors upon the grand steeds of steel,upon the grand tracks surrounded by the lonely and lost once proud architecture................These warriors named "Gruff Bolttightner" named after his old occupation.......and Rumdestiller named after his favorite object will do battle to the death,and than there will be only one survivor..........You will see this final pivotal moment....................

:beer:

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098450314_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098450314_large.jpg)

Concept draft #1

[colt]

Wow, looking fabulous. Did you draw that free or use reference?
And nice despcription of your opera .. sounds like an old pirate tale. I'm really looking forward to your ship designs.

[DimitrisLiatsos]

Now...get away from that beach window in your study ...and fire up those cpu's :bounce:

[Onsloh]

Yo Ho mate.Whopper of a tale.This sounds fantastic.Love the fresh perspective on the theme.Cant wait to see more thoughts and then the actual work.With your mad skill set this will be stunning.do it to it mate.Cheers.:buttrock:

[JamesMK]

Yay! Whimsical retro steampunk old world charm just can't fail! :D Never has before.... if it ever was at all :hmm:

:thumbsup: Eyes peeled as always.

[Vilpep]

This sounds awesome Michael.Those vessels and this city.I really love the style and idea.And coming from you I think this really will be grand.Good luck,and give me updates fast as can be.:bounce: :thumbsup:

[markovicd]

Yay! Whimsical retro steampunk old world charm just can't fail! :D Never has before.... if it ever was at all :hmm:

:thumbsup: Eyes peeled as always.


if anyone understood what u have said i will kill myself :)))))
kidding...
nice concept

[Designer2]

the subject on thins challeng realy gives no limits to creativity, this is wonderful sketch i can imagine it will be fabulous when done with 3d.
keep going man.:D

[EmpY]

Poly maniac rides again, eh? Off limits and into a danger zone, as it seems.
Cool, cool!!!
:-D

[LucianoBerutti]

amazing storyline! excellente first sketch! it´s detailed well to be the first one:bounce: .

good luck!:thumbsup:

[Virtuoso]

Thanks again for the support everyone.............It's a extra pushing force for sure........:arteest:


I wanted to point out before I show more that the sketch is just a small taste or sample of what is in the plans.There will be a much more vast and epic scene.I am just getting a portion of the style shown,this will be mixed with a Steam punk and retro futuristic mix.........I will be coming up with more designs sketches of the Old world charm look as well as the steam punk/retro style.As well as the Steel dragon and Steeds of Steel vessels,along with the Steam powered Scalawags to operate them of course.Plus a few fun gadgets and contraptions are in the plans...............I will sketch away as of now and throw in some modeling as well, time to kill tons of polys (:wip: )I hope to show more soon now..............:arteest:

Thanks again for your support and interest.It's always appreaciated...........:beer:

[Magnusv]

Now "This" will be GRAND> :applause:

Sounds original and exciting,something new to the challenge.Love the style you are going for Michael.And with your ability this will be Grand.:buttrock:

[rattlesnake]

I will be going for something a little outside the box here........I will be going for a mix of old World charm,a touch of a whimsical look and feel,mixed in with a Retro futuristic and Steam punk influence,and a dash of Star wars of course
this is NUTS mate!...but sounds really interesting and original as always...cant wait to see whats next..:beer:

[dominicqwek]

virtuoso, great idea. it's really unique and stands out from the crowd, it'll be interesting to see how you play with the futuristic and retro aspect of things. I am looking forward to this. The premise is good, now it is the composition of your final piece that matters ;) I hope to see a picture that has several storytelling factors and of course, good characters to pull that off.

Really anticipating this one.

-dom

[adr]

Can wait to see your concepts mate. Very original as always. :thumbsup:

[madshooter]

Virtuoso, Man I like your steam and steel concept. Nice concept sketch too. can't wait
to see more updates, also I am curious to see the steel dragon.
very nice and orignal concept:thumbsup:

[jddog]

Virtuso, like you know me and english are 2 diffrerent things... so I didn't really untersand all... but I like the concept and your sketck promise an amazing work (gosh... so many architectural details, wow !)
jdd

[splotch]

hey mate,

glad to see you again here friend wish you the best luck to make your dream in 3d
good luck

[Franky]

Super cool story.I love the whole style thing you got planned Michael.Those vessels and scalawag steam dudes sound radical.Plus the whole style of the scene and ideas sounds simply awesome.Really fresh concept.Cant wait to see it come to life.Big thumbs up.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Lemog]

Virtuso, like you know me and english are 2 diffrerent things... so I didn't really untersand all... but I like the concept and your sketck promise an amazing work (gosh... so many architectural details, wow !)
jddhuhuhuhuhu... I've the same problem than you... you, me, and english are 3 different things... :sad:

:scream:

[miketche]

Just marking my place in your thread. Your concept sounds fantastic! Really looking forward to this one. :buttrock:

[Virtuoso]

Thankyou very much for the support..................It is a grand prize in itself........:beer:


I am currently blocking out the planned scene...................It will be a vast set piece,with complex high level of detailed architecture................As I mentioned earlier I will be going for a Steam punk/retro futuristic meets Old World charm style and feel.............

I will showcase some designs of the Steam powered Steeds of Steel,and the Steel Dragon Vessels soon,I am just fine tuning at this moment.

I have also been doing some tests for Rock formations,terrain,ect...I plan on showing some extra cool formations within the set/scene..................

There will also be a few design/concepts coming of the Steam powered Scalawags,I am piecing together the plans for them now.

I have started on some actual modeling of props,vital pieces that will be placed within the vast scenes,these will show some of the overall style I am going for,these will be added to some gadgets.contraptions I have planned.I hope to show a couple of these props later tonite.................

.........................Ok then,thanks again for your interest and support.Time to get Grand with things and build this Space opera....................See you real soon.:arteest: :arteest:

[Peter C.]

Wonderful concept sketch Michael, and a great storyline. Im looking forward to see the complexity develop in 3D.

[superlayer]

Your concept is fresh.
Who doesnt like steampunk anyways?

:)

[roctavian]

Hi Michael,
happy to see you again.
The steam punk/retro style? Nice tastes. Your idea is great.
The sketch is great.Considering your sketch is a small portion of some of the architecture, definitely your scene will be really, really huge.
I`m very curious how you will combine the gothic looking from the sketch with the mechanical-futuristic steam punk/retro style stuff.
I`m shure you`ll kill a lot of polys.
Anctious to see your work in progress.
Good luck and be inspired!!

P.S. - As erilaz said, you have great chances to win the Community Award for your massive support to everyone during these challenges.

[Versiden]

hey, that's mad crazy concept... Amped to see more.
:thumbsup:

[scorpier]

I will be looking forward to see how you're going to use that steam-powered things in a space epic scene...

Good luck!

[Kenter]

I agree the idea here is outstanding.It will be great to see this come together.fresh and cool concept,love the sketch,and the plans for these models sound awesome.Hope it all goes great.:buttrock:

[HieSpike]

Well it seems as though everyone here expects a lot of you...I'll deffinetly be watching your thread. Man, there's so much good competition here...but it is the best way to learn I guess! Good luck

[Luter]

Hellll.................................lo...buddy !

Well it seems ur still gone for a long journey...I hope you gonna find what ur looking for...(hu, what do I say...too many photons in my eyes I suppose).

It's great ur here, I'm glad.


............................................GOOD LUCK FOR YOUR WORK.........................................
.........................................Hope you'll be glad with your work.....................................

(Arh, english always...........:scream: )

[essencedesign]

Good to see you in also....yees this is the kind of challenge that just tickles the brain ....feels kinda good...show 'em how we do things out here on the west coast Michal :twisted:

[jonahhawk]

Virtuoso,
You rocked it in the Machineflesh challenge. that modeling was spectacular. I look forward to seeing this one unfold too. I'd say good luck but that has nothing to do with it.

Cheers,
jonah

[flyingP]

:eek: looks like the poly barrier is going to be broken yet again :D , cool concept Michael :thumbsup:

[andreja]

It's very original start and I'm very curious how you will connect that with theme.:thumbsup:



PS: Preneo pozdrave!!!

[Redf]

:eek: looks like the poly barrier is going to be broken yet again :D , cool concept Michael :thumbsup:
First speed of sound barrier now poly,heheh,too funny.I think this will be too fun to pass.Loving plan here very much.:applause:

[Virtuoso]

Back again quickly just to drop off a big thanks for the wonderful words of support,Means alot and I hope to follow up with a nice rendition of a Space opera...................:arteest:


I am knee-deep in designs phase for the Steam-powered Steed's of Steel vessel's,Steel Dragon's,Steam powered Scalawag scoundrels,a couple toys (A good Scalawag never goes far without his toys;) ),and am fine-tuning the blocking out of my Set/scene,style,size,layot etc,etc........As well as some actual prop modeling,just getting into the groove for style and feel...............:arteest:


Ok then,back in a bit with some actual modeling,and another design thought if all goes to plan,back to the laboooooratory for me.See you soon.And thanks again very much for the wonderful support!:cool:

[simoncvy]

Love the old world style buildings - are they going to get some futuristic styling too?

[Virtuoso]

simoncvy.........................Oh yes they are.This sure would'nt be a Space opera if they did'nt.I am mixing the Old World Style traditional architecture that you would find in many beautiful cities and towns of Europe,using traditional shapes and forms but adding a retro futuristic steam punk style to the mix.A style that has been my own for quite some time now.I quess alot of what you would expect from Jules verne and in some cases "Naboo" from Star wars...............Thanks for dropping by.:cool:


Back to the lab :wip: ............See you soon..............:arteest:

[Saschi0815]

After reading your concept I have to sit down,man.... I love those old cities u've described and one of my "darling-scenes" of the StarWars Episodes1,2 is the Naboo-Battle in the city of princess Amidala.:love:
A bit of gothic, with wide places, filgran stone bridges, nice parks, etc.... combined with that punked style i know it will be a blockbuster. Maybe you could put some archaic elements (like stone gargoyles, fountains and wells etc.) into....Hopefully I see some more beautiful sketches from u, and I'm very excited about your coming 3Ds ......

You're really on the right way imho:thumbsup:

[Aethyrprime]

Very nice detailed landscape, I am eager to see what you come up with, your prior work I have seen is beautiful to say the least. GL and may the swartz be with you...

[Virtuoso]

Saschi0815....................Thankyou.Yes I feel the same way.Birds of a feather flock together eh?;) ...................archaic elements........:love: ............Are you reading my mind?What's a Steampunk/Old Charm Mix going to be without those?On the to do list for sure.......:thumbsup:

More designs and 3D coming up.I will model and as I go piece together my final concepts for the vessels,stay tuned.Again thanks for your continued support and interest.And I'll be checking up on some of those organic creations of yours,love the idea you have there........:arteest:

||) |V| |^|...................Thankyou as well.And may the "swartz" be with you too.:arteest:

[Virtuoso]

Update on where I am at........................:wip:


1.) Fleshing out my Steeds of steel vessel design.

2.) Still sketching out the steel Dragon's extra contraptions.

3.) Finishing up the blocking out/layot of the set/scene.

4.) Putting the pieces together for the Steam powered Scalawags.

5.) Actually getting into the flow with some 3D Prop modeling.

:wip:


Below are some first look props for the set,I have many planned,a few extra objects that will flesh out the set in various areas...............

One of the lamposts,one of the telescopes,and one of the banner/flag posts........I have also started in on some of the foundation pieces for some of the architecture,some massive pieces that will fit in with the rock formations.I hope to show a first sample of one of the rock formations along with part of the first foundations tomorrow.........:arteest:


So below is a small taste,a warm-up for me,just getting into the groove of some of the style I will be going for...................Even Rome or a Space Opera were not built in a day.So here is my first step...................:arteest:

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687239_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687239_large.jpg)

Lampost 1A.....Prop 1

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687378_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687378_large.jpg)

Prop 1

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687490_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687490_large.jpg)

Prop 2

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687600_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687600_large.jpg)

prop 3

[Virtuoso]

http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687729_medium.jpg (http://www.cgnetworks.com/challenge/entries/7/4188/4188_1098687729_large.jpg)

Prop 3

[Designer2]

amazing images, very nice modeling skills you've got. i don't see the place for those on your main storyline, anyway, those are fantastic...
:thumbsup:

keep posting.

[Versiden]

insane stuff, loving the details as always.

did you put a bump on those light bulbs? the little details thr are excellent.. keep it going.

[Virtuoso]

Designer2....................Thankyou.....:arteest: .......The style will be a mix of steampunk and Old world architecture.With a sprinkle of the city Naboo from Star wars.It will come to focus once more comes up.Again thanks for your words.:thumbsup:

Versiden.............Yes a little tiny bitty bump.Just a quick touch for something extra.A little etched glass look.textures will be the thing for these creations,are'nt they always..........Thanks again.:arteest:

[Chug]

Damn, I have to confess that I really don't like old Steamtech-based universe, and so, I wasn't planning to post in your thread, as I thought I would not be pleased by any of your designs, and any of my post would have been biased.

But now, seing the modeling test pictures you've posted, I'm amazed : I love those twisted shapes, and especially the lampost (OMG, the light bulbs are GREAT!). I know it might not seem important to you, but for now, your universe is the first Steamtech-based universe I don't dislike :). Keep up such a good work, I'm subscribing to this thread.

[peterlalic]

Nice models so far, and extraordinary style of non-conventional design.
Anyway, please be carefull not to go away from theme too much.
Your design is nice but it reminds me of idilic atmosphere created by a sweet little bunch of people.Just watch out for this particular theme in challenge and be more focused on it.
Great work so far, keep up the good work.

[Katss]

And the insane modeling begins.I know what to expect old pal.Story and vessels sound super cool,and original,a new take on things.GL bro.:buttrock:

[madshooter]

Love your detailing Man, Models are coming out very well. You have already started achieving
the feel of Steamtech type.
Keep rocking:thumbsup:

[JamesMK]

Haha! Very kooky style right off the bat. Excellent start with an undeniable Madician twist :thumbsup:

[Natethor]

Cool concept story.Love the style and idea here.Cant wait for whats to come,it all sounds fantastic.Love the start on that modeling,primo stuff.:buttrock:

[terraarc]

I'm very curious on your work! How will the vessels look after those props? What happened to those lamps and telescopes? Did the engineer made them while he was drunk :)?

Pretty start there, really waiting for the vehicles :thumbsup:

[markovicd]

like it ... :)

u have there one nice style... !
And i love it ...
keep the gr8 work

[percydaman]

wow there he goes again! hehehe I like it. :)

[Tremoside]

Hi Michael,

Just jump in to say: good luck for your next unbeliveable project....

Eyes are on you!

Tremo

[adr]

The whole concept rocks mate , Really nice start with the props . keep going we want so see more updates


Cheers

[Jaba153]

supacool modellin' virtuoso!!baam!keep it goin' thanks also 4 support !!!

[3doid]

hey nice man... latest models looks great... i like ur stule... its good to c u progress... keep it up... :thumbsup:

[Steveyola]

Lovin the whole steam power thing.The story is hot.Plus the whole thing is dripping with style.More concepts and modeling is needed now.Come on and give it to us.:bounce:

[Virtuoso]

A plant/flower for the wonderful supporters...................:cool:



..........................Actually a plant test,many more variations to come.


Thanks for the support and kind words,it is always a great thing to have and hear.I appreaciate it big time.:beer:


I am going to get back to the Ol' lab now,modeling,and designing,back with an update in the wee hours of the night,it's always those hours is'nt it......:cool: :wip:

[Virtuoso]

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Plant 1

[DimitrisLiatsos]

OK....so u started producing BUBBLE NUTS models ...me likes that...me wants to see more...

Nice to see polygon crunch again from Vitruoso :bounce: ...Bubble Nut Michael :bounce:

[rdj]

i watched your machineflesh entry and totaly loved it! i am really going to follow you (yes liek stalking :P )

I know this is gonna be great, the models look great so far!

[funkymunkey90]

mmm fluffy pink goodness...you have a very unique style i like it...looks great keep it up

[Mr. Glass]

The props look great so far, they remind of of Dr. Seuss. This'll be an interesting one.

[JorgeV]

Interesting! Keep showing us your ideas.
Jorge

[Shawns]

Just love where this is headed.Lovin what you got,idea and modelin are fantastic.unique take on this too.:thumbsup:

[dominicqwek]

I really dig the style you are going for. I would so love to see how your final composition looks. Could you tease us a bit some more? :P

-dom

[Teapot-7]

Beautiful stuff. While I've got nothing against a good old hi-tech space battle or orbital invasion, it's really good to see something a bit different.

Nice machinery so far, and I'm really looking forward to seeing that pink feather duster turn into an alien plant.

I hope any uniforms we see are going to be as old fashioned as the machinery!

[Aethyrprime]

(sighs) ah, the fine art of making a lamp-post look bad ass... :P:thumbsup:

[Christoph_H84]

Great job so far!
The detail you put in the modelling is stunning.
Very original not to go for the tipical space battle theme.
Good luck!

[madshooter]

Hey that looks interesting. Nice pink coloured flower, cool. What is that fur or something like that, are you using maya.
very nice update:thumbsup:

[BladeFX]

Great work as usual.
Good luck with this contest :beer:

[Virtuoso]

Well.....................Again a "HUMONGOUS"THANK YOU!!!" for all the replies.I am flattered.To each and everyone of you. You sure do make a guys day.:beer:

[Squibbit]

the flagstand with it's chains n stuff looked pretty cool , although I couldn't

quite grasp the proportions of all the stuff..

[Virtuoso]

Here is a first taste of the architecture..................I am creating foreground elements,background elements,and that all important Middle ground elements...............

The Steam powered STeel Steeds & Steel Dragons will be crossing these areas,I will be going for extreme high levels of detail,as well as some decent levels for the far off backgrounds...............

What I am showcasing below is one of the mid range buildings within the scene............What I have up as of now is just the buildings foundation structures,as well as a buildings private side terrace/balcony,complete with Bar-B-Q grill and extra large Plasma screen............This area has a small bridge that will come from the building.These structures/foundations will be atop giant Mesa formations that stretch to the skies.........I am currently finishing up the building for the shown foundations...........

So here is a first sampling of the architecture,I beleive that come texture time I will be able to really give this life................Stones.metals,and worn woods,with petrified wood to go along with it...................As well as lots of vibrant,other World plantlife covering many areas.................:arteest:


Again Thank you very much for your kind support..............:cool:


NOTE:....Please click on picture for larger version,thanks............

[Virtuoso]

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Architecture WIP 1

[Virtuoso]

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Architecture WIP

[Virtuoso]

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Building 1 wire

[Virtuoso]

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Building 1 Terrace area

[Virtuoso]

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Building 1..... Wire

[Sky_one]

BRAVISSIMO - this is a real quallity peace!

[simoncvy]

Love these - very satisfying shapes.

What technique did you use to make the roof and wall with a ring of holes in it? Was it SubD surfaces?

Don't forget to put in a lift or stairs so people can climb the towers :)

[Saschi0815]

Thats terrific,man! ...the most sledgehammered thing is that u got such a unique style, Michael! Like always extremely detailed and done with so much love...
I think i'm in love:love: ....öööhmm you know - pointed to your work....!
Lighting is wonderful, too. Maybe the screws at the bottom are a little bit to big for my taste...

A big yeahh goes out to you:buttrock:

[flyingP]

nice stuff Michael, has that definite Virtuoso style too :D

[Magnusv]

Simply put W:eek:W! Again this drips with style and originality.The bar has been risen again mate.Fantastic,just hanging around to see this come to full circle.Just Fantastic.:buttrock:

[funkymunkey90]

HOLY SWEET MOTHER OF.....that rocks....:scream::D:bounce:

[diceroll]

this is really a unique idea, and you sure put your skills to work with it :beer:

[LucianoBerutti]

It´s Being Realy Nice! Very Detailed.

[dae]

Really great stuff, infact it better than great it is quiet inspirational, what software are you using?

Mark :)

[terraarc]

:thumbsup: Nice modelling and concepts behind. BRAVO!

Happy (more) modelling!:)

[madshooter]

This looks amazing Man, simply amazing. Very nice details, clean wireframe model.
Rocking:thumbsup:

[markovicd]

as i said ... ONE WONDERFULL STYLE!:scream:

like it very much :)

[JPGargoyle]

:applause:

What can I say?

Your modeling is simply "delicious" he he

Great stuff!

Keep it up.


Best regards

[DanielWalsh]

I like the style you're employing here Michael. Keep up the good work.

[SuperXCM]

Very very cool modeling, i like it! :eek:

First when i see your concept and i tryed to read your story, i don't understant all (i'm really bad in english :blush: ) i can't see where you will going, but now, when i see your modeling....waouwwwwww!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

Your style is amazing! And you work very fast!

Good work!

(and sorry for my bad english :buttrock: )

[percydaman]

haha, dude you just go on and on... Love the detail.

[janhath]

You Totally astound me everytime.The style is unique and the details are awesome.You rock the house big time.Simply amazing.I mean more of this,OMG.This will be classic.:bounce: :buttrock:

[mv]

Nice intricate and detailed modeling as usual there, Virtuoso. I like this cosy grill terrace :) those plants around actually remind me of carnivorous plants, nice and decorative way of getting rid of annoying flies during those hot summer nights :) ... (but I've heard they really stink though!)

Keep it up!

[jwilson02]

wow you are insane!! *bows down* :thumbsup:

[Peter C.]

:drool: mm...poly's...

Its allways a pleasure to see you meshes develop into a complete scene. No crit's on those models of course :)

[aiTOR]

Great!

aiTOR

[rdj]

more awesomeness from you! keep this up and you can get soooo far!

[KOryH]

MR Madic',
I wish I could be a gret modeler like you. I just love the forms!!!
I will be watching you.

[taavi]

Holy polygon...
very good concept and modelling! Cant wait foe character models :)

[Borro]

:buttrock: Lol that's a super cool scene you've done :). It's very detailed and looks awesome. Keep up the good work... Wonna see more... :drool:

[Willywo]

Just wow.You never cease to amaze me.:drool: I cant begin to imagine what it will all be when finish.But more like this and I hit floor.Story original,and style is supa cool.Please more.:applause:

[EvilBlah]

this is SICK!! I gotta ask, how do you light your scenes??

this is coming together real nice! Can't wait to see it all together!!!
keep up the good work!

-bair

[Onsloh]

At it again eh mate.Just stylin as always.Brilliant concept,its unique and as fresh as there is.This will be one epic Space opera.Marvelous details and just cant get enough of the style.:buttrock: :thumbsup:

[rattlesnake]

Michael your desing is one of the best i ever seen...u make me want to cancel my other projects to join the challenge just to take part to this great ride!....hope i can do it soon

please continue the show mate!

[adr]

wow those buildings are perfect Michael, I cant imagine right now how huge will be your world and the whole scene . They look so clean man and the model is superb

Keep the hard work mate :bounce:

[Onsloh]

As I said mate.:drool: Mouth watering,top flight idea and modeling.Skills deluxe here.:bowdown:Looks like your PM is full up,clear her up.Cheers.

[Chug]

Dunno why, but your style makes me think of Terry Pratchett's books, you could illustrate his world (I love Terry Pratchett).

[jddog]

STUNNING... Virtuoso just ) :thumbsup: 2) :applause: 3) amazing modelling session and wonderful style ! Congrats... I continue to watch !
jdd

[Versiden]

wow dude, you are fast.. simply amazing stuff!

my only crit, maybe you should make the rivets and bolts a little smaller to make the size of the structures more grand.

[Virtuoso]

:cool: Just been hammering away..........................:wip: ..........Lot's of designing,planning,and modeling.........................When you see this kind of reaction to your work it makes it all the more worth it.I appreaciate the support,it's very flattering,and I am very grateful to each and everyone one of you...........:beer:


Ok it's very late,time for a bit of shut eye...............Back into the lab (tomorrow/later today ;) )............................I'll see you right around the next bend...................Until then,thanks again for the most wonderful support.................:arteest: :arteest:

[Scottosh]

Stellar stuff.Now those are details and with style.Like the idea of steampunkish in space too,it brings a different twist to this challenge.Plus your skill level is off the charts.Good luck with the rest.Really great stuff.:buttrock: :bounce:

[oshiroii]

Looking really good man! Original, clean meshes and nice renders what else would you want! ;) Keep it up man, looking forward to see the progress :wip:

[Pufferfish]

Challenge FACTS:
the speed of light = 299 792 458 m / s
Virtuoso's modelling = 299 792 458 polys / s

You surely have been busy with your work. Your modelling looks very good. Keep it up! :thumbsup:

-pfish

[Virtuoso]

:arteest: Thankyou ..................Scottosh..............oshiroii.................Pufferfish..............very kind of you,the support is always appreaciated.:arteest:


back to hammering away in the Ol' labooooooratory.....:wip: :arteest:

[greentek]

damn.. what a beautiful stuff.. excellent and very unique style.. you are outstanding artist Michael!
good luck in challenge!

[Karlstok]

Holy Space opera man.That's Wicked,the skills in you are awesome.Cant wait to see more,and that dragon steel vessel sounds insane.:bounce: :buttrock:

[element5]

Hiya Virtuoso, I have come over to give my support. Man you ROCK, thats some amazing structures. :thumbsup: no crits here.

[Lemog]

mmmh... the Virtuoso's style -> I like... always funny details, always good wip rendering, always good and original ideas...

Just one word to say -> more :bounce:

[Dutchman]

WOW! This modelling looks just TOO AWESOME! That freaky smoothy and soft modelling style is just AWESOME! *run out of words ;) * Also that style you depicted in your sketch is awesome! :)

I just have to follow this vèry close!!! Keep feeding us! :)

Greeetz, Gijs (I'll take care of 'my' border ;) )

[ps; do you model using poly or NURBS?]

[Archetype]

man that stuff looks ClassEHHH

waiting for more :P
i thought i already faved this thread :\
anyway
i subscribed now
keep in touch

[Doublecrash]

This a fantastic thread. Love so much your idea, the retro-style steampunk etc that I subscribed immediately.


I think I'll have a lot to learn here :thumbsup:

And wonderful modeling too.


Stefano

[pigwater]

wonderful stuff as always V .. there is only a few on this board with a unique style all their own and your one of 'em

always a joy to see your work :)

[3doid]

after 2 days of internet blackout m really happy 2 b back.... and buddy awesome job done... i totally dig ur style...keep it up buddy...

[Leesee]

Wowee,just brilliant.Is special style and incredible detail.Love the whole work.:applause:

[Rochr]

I´m just going to keep Wow´ing here. One of the most unique styles i´ve seen here, and i love it.

[levin]

i see the insane virtuoso style is rollin'. subscribed to this thred.:thumbsup:

[Russel-Nash]

Man, Virtuoso you are driving me mad. This quality and speed of modelling is insane. :eek:
One day you should use CamStudio or something else to record your workflow and let us all know how you do it.

Otherwise no magician should tell his tricks. :D

[BadPenny]

Damn..great light, clean model, nice concept...what else????...more...more:bounce: :bounce:

[InterFacer]

Hey! great style, someone mentioned Dr. Suess, and I think they hit it on the nose. gives it a great theme!

wonderful detail, and amazing progress thus far. what program do you use? max/maya/xsi/lw/modo ?

[SEL]

Hey old friend!

Just stopping by to see how things are doing in your neck of the woods.. Great start thus far, you move so fast. Your a beast when it comes to modeling. Keep up the greate work! This should be very interesting with all the detail you do.. Chao!

SEL

[Karlapet]

Impossibly beautiful.The style and amount of detail work is great.With more like this coming I cant imagine,but I sure you can.I am very impressed.So good luck,and hope to see more always.I salute .:buttrock:

[Johnlittle]

You mean ILM hav'nt picked your arse up yet,man!Heheh.In time,in time.Un frickin believeable bro.The poly-terminator indeedy.Stellar stuff,nothing new for you,unique and stylin.Hey drop me some mail,I wanna know what happened up there in Lucas --ville.Till later.:)

[Virtuoso]

Stopping by to drop off a load of Thank-you's to you all.Your support is very much appreaciated ........................Be back with an update soon........I have revised my storyline somewhat..............I'll write it up soon as well...................One new gadget/contraption I will be adding is "Code-named the Jack NIK Seats".....short for Jack Nicholson the actor......I'll explain soon,they should be pretty cool and will be a whole lot of fun to create.............Again thanks very much for your kind words,and interest................See you soon.........:arteest: :cool:

[Oliver3D]

Good luck virtuoso. Try to be careful and not very sure for a victory!:)

[aiTOR]

Hello,

I like the material of the structure and the chairs.

Great!

aiTOR

[Shardana]

great work!!very original..the modelling is awesome! :bounce:

[Virtuoso]

Revised storyline:


We pillage,we plunder,we loot without giving a hoot: A SCALAWAG STORY!..........................


__________________________________________________ _______________________________

The Scalawags of L'Eternel Are treasure seeking,rum swilling,skirt chasing,quest lov'in,battle hardened scoundrels that live by a long time honored code of pillage,plunder,ravage, loot without giving a hoot to our deaths with weapon and rum mugs in hand.They extort,pilfer,maraud,and embezzle.They are to the very bone a rough and gruff cutthroat clan of high sea and air space scoundrels,knaves and rascals.................

They fly high in steam powered steel steeds,beasts and terrors of the skies of L'Eternel....................Steel beasts and vessels of doom*......full of gadgets,contraptions,weapons,all provided to them by there leader and great Scalawag inventor Brains A'Plenty (BAP).......................

They inflame and ignite the grand cities of L'Eternel,they offer no mercy to the corrupt rich,they plunder and pillage with glee in there eyes.......They give to the less fortunate,and keep the other half .......Yes somewhere beneath there gruff and tough exteriors lie at least half a heart..............

In one of the grand cities ruled (Taken over) by the Scalawags there are magnificent games,battle to the death gladiator style,and all sorts of tests of strength and courage challenges........

In this one praticular city of L'Eternel (Scalawag ruled) is where this story (Pivotal moment) takes place.........This city has blood soaked stains,death is around every bend.Blood flows in the cities gutters and sewers..................

This praticular city is best known for it's Grand gladiator space style races,and incredible raceway (AKA The steel steeds stomping grounds).................These races are made up of both speed and battle..........To the bone tooth and nail they fly and roll upon the great tracks through the grand city,maiming and chopping at one another,some in flight,others upon the massive tracks themselves..........

As time passed,and wars outside of this praticular city gained steam,and more and more of this praticular Scalawag cities battling society died on battlefields and others went out on grand adventures for treasure,and loot,as well as to great Rum drinking holes/taverns,never to return due to death and imprisonment.................

This space opera brings us to a point in time when only two Scalawag warriors of this once Grand city survive.................A death city,all that was is gone,buried in ash,bones and covered in pools of blood..................

These two warriors will go on as all of this praticular Scalawag Clan has........in battle,massive steel steeds under them thundering and flying across the great raceway battle tracks of this once fierce,proud, and bloody city...................Only one will survive,only one will be left of this praticular Scalawag clan...................A sole survivor........The great past warriors would want it no other way...................

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I will depict a "Pivotal moment" in this grand city of L'eternel.This moment will be the final battle/race to the death of this praticular Scalawag clan.A final race/battle for the last warriors,the last survivors upon the grand steeds of steel,upon the grand tracks surrounded by the lonely and lost once proud architecture................These warriors named "Gruff Bolttightner" named after his old occupation.......and Rumdestiller named after his favorite object will do battle to the death,and than there will be only one survivor..........You will see this final pivotal moment....................


Thanks for reading,and I hope to be back with my next update soon................

[Jaba153]

bloodystory:thumbsup: !!is your previous modelling goin to this story or is it completly new? anyway i'm sure you're gonna rock again good luck gladiator!

[Virtuoso]

Hi jaba153....................Yes the previous modeling is still in.I am finished with some of it,I have it baking in the oven now,should be ready soon.Plus more concept revision and I also got started on more modeling,always more................Thanks for your interest and support.........:arteest:

[SuperXCM]

Amazing story Virtuoso!!!

waiting to view some sketch and your composition!! :bounce:

[greentek]

hi Michael..

Your idea/story is as beautiful and unique as is style of your works.. you are simply magician Virtuoso..:arteest:

i wonder what you will do next..
cheers..

[element5]

Cool story :arteest: ...... more updates PLEASE :D

[Russel-Nash]

Interesting story. The flowers we provide a very nice contrast to that bone blotched, blood speckeled place. :D
Can't wait to se some more of your excellent modelling skills. Bing them up.:buttrock:

Russel

[Virtuoso]

SuperXCM.................greentek..............element5..............Russel_Nash...................Cheers to you all,very nice to have such support.........:beer:


Back very soon with an update on the Raceway suite #1....................:arteest:

[JamesMK]

Raceway battle tracks sounds absolutely enchanting. I envision Episode I and Gladiator all rolled into one here :thumbsup:

[Virtuoso]

Well James.................I'll try my best at mixing some enchantment with all the blood & Guts of hard core battle to the death elements..................:cool: ..........I have always gone after showing two sides...the light with the dark.Each feed off of each other.The light seems more light with dark brooding elements near by.And vice versa,the dark always seems more sinister when light is near it........To me they go hand in hand,one cannot exist without the other.Blood and guts in a bit of a whimsical and beautiful surrounding......Ok,I'll update now.Thanks..............:arteest:

[Virtuoso]

Here is an update of Luxury Suite #1.............These suites will tower over the grand raceway,there will be a few variations,all of the same style,but still quite different from one another.They will be set in a middle ground area,somewhere in-between the foreground and background.........The suites will be surrounded by much more of the raceways grand architecture.....................They will be alligned along it's borders set up at higher levels,above the main seating and taverns that surrround the grand track.......................They will be situated on twisted intricate rock "coral like" mesa's.The massive foundations are there for the purpose of gaining height as well as firm foundations...............It will be quite clear when things come together....................I have already started on Luxury suite #2......................I want to point out that the plantlife will be getting a "Finding Nemo like Texture pallette,and the actual architecture will be greatly improved looks wise with the texture work.Something I really look forward to.As of now here is Luxury Suite #1........ Thanks very much for the interest and support,it's worth a great deal to me........................:arteest: :beer:

[Virtuoso]

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Suite #1 Shot 1

[Virtuoso]

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Suite #1 Angle 2

[Virtuoso]

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Suite #1 Angle 2 WIREFRAME

[Virtuoso]

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Suite #1 Stage 2 Angle 3

[BladeFX]

:thumbsup: All i can say.

Your style speaks for itself... again :beer:

[pigwater]

tres cool :bounce:

love the plants ( meant to write that the last post ) ... such old world charm ya got added to .. it looks like those ref pics from fist payed off .. it beckons memories of fairytales ... of simple times, with such a good- hearted soul to it

lovin it Virt

[Squibbit]

ahh , feels like home

good one , this latest piece :thumbsup:

[Kenter]

Mindblowing,I mean simply jawdropping.The details,the style and originality are awesome.And this is just a piece of whats to come?utterly amazed,and you sir are Insanely skilled.:bowdown: :bowdown:

[Aearon]

Hey Michael,

this is me now being able to post from work :D did you get the mail i sent a few days ago?



just wanted to drop by and say that this is definitely some of the best stuff i've seen out of your hands. all those little details are just great, just in the right places.

i think with this first step you've already shown that the designing architecture is your absolute strongpoint... really great to see you in this :thumbsup:

[centavrus]

very original concept - great style realy as always , i like your art:) wish you be strong to end and do great job !

[Peter C.]

Wonderful attention to detail! Keep em coming!

[Vilpep]

Beutiful.Is impossible for me to imagine more what will be.Incredible and inspire me very much.:applause:

[Aethyrprime]

Very nice. Gorgeus architectural design. Great!

[element5]

I screamed when I saw these....WOW! and woke the whole house up....hehe. They look great takes me back to when I played the Myst, Riven and Excile games.... I am playing URU game at the moment and I could imagine your Luxury Suite would be at home there.....:thumbsup:

[BookMansBlues]

Very very cool! ;)

[Larsen]

Wow, i didn't pay attention to this thread before i saw it in the entries list...

Astonishing and wonderful concept, Can't wait to see it in his environnement mood...

Keep it up that excellent work :thumbsup:

[Gregwid]

Wow,amazin.And thats without textures.:eek: And alone without the rest of your scene.I should'nt be surprised buddy.I expected this,but again you pulled the rug from under me.Really excellent style to the design,and those details are off the charts.Really origianl too.Count me impressed again.:buttrock:

[Rochr]

Incredible work here! I just love the style. :)

[SuperXCM]

Excellent Virtuoso!! :thumbsup:

A lot of details and a very good style!! I definitively like work!!
I don't know if it was already ask, but wich soft do you use? :blush:

[azazel]

You know, this would look quite cool as a myst-style panoramic environment, I'd like to wander around and explore it a bit.



hint>> qtvr ? ;)

[rdj]

0_o i just wanna make love to your models!

[DimitrisLiatsos]

:bounce: Nice details in there Michael ...this is going to be huge.. :bounce: :thumbsup:

[LucianoBerutti]

oooh!! my! it´s gonna be really huge!! very nice details and is it just the beginning?really good mmy friend!:thumbsup:

[Karlstok]

Mad skillzzzzz.Insanity runs wild here.It has such class and style.Again overwhelming bro.And more to come,cant wait.Primo stuff as always.:buttrock: :bounce:

[Franky]

Gorgeous work.Fantastic story and idea.Adding to this will be just fantastic.Will you be showing off some vessel sketch,and you have clearing for more update now too.:) :bounce:

[greentek]

:scream:...................:scream:.....................:scream:
.................................................
:applause:...........................................
.................................................
:arteest:.................:arteest:..................:arteest:

[rashaverak]

amazing! surely nabucodonosor would love it :P

[grundgedanke]

That´ll become very fine!

[Vladvrz]

I screamed when I saw these....WOW! and woke the whole house up....hehe. They look great takes me back to when I played the Myst, Riven and Excile games:thumbsup:
heheheh.Me too.I can only say :drool: .And beautiful detail and talent on display here.:bounce:

[Virtuoso]

A quick stop-over to express my thanks for the excellent support.................:arteest: .......I'll be seeing you here hopefully and in your threads,as we all continue to build our own renditions of a Space Opera.........Your words are greatly appreaciated..........:beer:


I am currently finishing (Modeling wise) up Suite #2 for the Scalawag raceway.........I have also started on the "Jack Nik Seats (Code-name)",A fun filled way out there gadget/contraption for the raceways............I'll show and explain more on this real soon.......Ok then,thanks again for your words,they mean a whole lot...................See you soon..................:arteest: :cool:

[Jeremypiven]

Supa dupa cool.And thats without textures.:eek: crazy cool design, and man the details.Cant wait for more like this,this will be off the charts.:buttrock:

[nataz]

Great job! I especially like the soft architecture feel of it... It looks great without texture :applause:

[kromekat]

So glad you popped into my thread, else I probably wouldn't have seen yours!!...on the other hand, I wish I hadn't! :banghead: <--with respect!

Truly wonderful models, in a fantastic, original style!!

Speelbound at the attention to detail so far, and looking forward to future developments!!

:beer:

[ArtisticVisions]

Man, how the heck did I miss this thread!?!?!?! :eek:

Truly inspiring and original works: simply excellent.

[Steveyola]

Stunning,totally an amazing start.I mean its drippin with style and originality,details by the gazillion.Trippy cool story.waitin to be wow'ed some more.:applause:

[JamesMK]

The style keeps ticking. Right now it looks like a very intricate miniature made with some strange kind of plastic modeling clay over more than a decade by an institutionalised madman :D 'tis bold and colourful stuff :thumbsup:

[Archetype]

hmm :x

i've been wondering what to reply .
honestly i cant think of nothing bad .. wich is realy good for you .
but :P
REALY bad for me ;)


you're goin well love the architecture / design / lightning / feeling / mood ..
i love everything about this lol :x


p.s. love that lighting
care to share ?
:)

[terraarc]

:thumbsup: (I hope is self-explenatory enough!)

[Versiden]

wow, it's insane how fast you're progressing.. :bowdown:

[madshooter]

Hey Man, your progress is simply amazing. Your models are highly detailed . Your work gives me
a lot of inspiration.
Rocking:thumbsup:

[Willywo]

Beautiful,like all says here,I just applaud excelence.:applause: :applause:

[Borro]

It's not fair you're not giving us a chance :sad: ... Just kidding, but seriously... Great work! Not that I've even doupted lol. Keep it up! Keep adding detail...

[Shardana]

whoa!! really cool modelling style, it's very creative and unusual, I love it!! :applause:
waiting to see where all this is headed!! :thumbsup: I'm sure it will be stunning!
keep rocking! :buttrock:

[Redf]

Wow!!! I mean what else to say.Really spectacular.More of this and Ill have to run to the bathroom LOL.Stylish city.:bowdown: :bowdown:

[kaajey]

Wow, amazing.
Looks really cool, good style.
I planed to do some funny character this way but.....




See :

[giggo]

:eek: OMG....that building looks great....damn, when i see stuff like that i start to wonder what a hell am i doing here :cry:

...but then again, stuff like this makes u want to try harder and be better, i have to say its inspireing to see work like that.....

great, just great...:drool: ...and now im afraid how its gonna look at the end :cool:

[Scottosh]

I throw in my wow too.Brilliant in everyway.Cannot wait to see the idea from story with this work combined.It has class and grace,but fun and unique all in one.Just wow,I say again.:bounce: :buttrock:

[KOryH]

MMMMMM.
I likes it.
I am looking forward to seeing it all together!!

[Nomad]

Hum... what can I say? Greeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaat work man. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[azhhael]

Hey man, well, now i just can really have fun here...cause well, your work its great.

[jddog]

Brillant architecture and plant design... They look amazing... :buttrock: the style how looks out until now is really excellent. Congrats Michael.
jdd

[PauGfx]

Hi Virtoso :-) saw you on the other 2d thread just stoped by to se what you are up to :-)
intresting stuff. just wanted to wish you best luck too. and se how well it will go for you this time :) like the amount of deail you put in your modells

/P

[Katss]

Style,details, oh well just let these guys talk for me.:buttrock: :bounce:

[Joebount]

Cheers dude ! Keep the pictures comming ! :bounce:

[Virtuoso]

.......With 3 and 4 full pages of replies with an update,what can one say......Just thanks,and that it inspires me,and flatters me very much.It obviously means alot,and I appreaciate your words in a very big way............Cheers to you all, I am very grateful........:beer: :arteest:


I have finished Luxury Suite #2.......I Will "Bake" a couple renders into the ol' oven,and get them up soon tomorrow sometime.....

I have also continued my designs,not there yet (But getting closer ;) ) on the "Steeds of Steel"........

As well as started in on the Scalawag raceway and it's tracks.......Including the "Tricked" out "Jack Nik seats"....... A code-name ( Named after the actor Jack Nicholson),a fun & Wild contraption/gadget,I will get into the details on it when I show the 1st update for it soon.........:arteest:


Ok then........See you soon.And again I thank all those whom came in to give such wonderful support.......................I'll see you here and in your threads,keep on keeping on.............:cool:

[Aearon]

hey there buddy... bring on the updates, it's been a while :twisted:

seriously... looking forward to whatever is coming up next!