Digitally create in 3D an “Architectural Wonder”. You may abstract an existing architectural marvel, but not duplicate it, and digitally construct it using contemporary materials and construction techniques. You may use your imagination and create what you think is an architectural marvel, and create something completely new and unique. Whichever path you choose to take, the architecture alluded to must be constructible with today’s technology and be inhabitable/occupied/populated by humans. The final image should be a wonder to behold, while being in character with the practice of architectur l visualization and represent up to date construction techniques and materials. The scene is to be a new piece of work for this contest. No pre-made/purchased models or images, with the exception of architectural entourage such as people, cars and plant life. In addition commercial textures and shaders are acceptable. Photos of existing buildings etc. are to be used at a minimum and only as backgrounds; the majority of the work in the image is to be digitally created in 3D by you. Background art digitally created in 2D by the artist is preferred over digital photos and may actually be taken into special consideration as long as the majority of the work is in 3D. Only one entry per Contestant is allowed. Prizes: LightWave 3D and many plug-in. There’s no entry fee. All entrants must enter by August 23, 2006 by posting their first milestone sketch.

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