The power of simplicity

The Gallery by Dreamlight

When working on the Gallery model, I wasn´t trying to create an advanced prop. I´m more into lighting than modelling, so I had to choose a different route.

Often, we forget the power of simplicity. We aim high, we get discouraged and we quit. I don´t know how many projects or images I´ve discarded during the years. Why? Because I was simply aiming too high.

What, aiming for the best ain´t good then? Hold on, I´ll explain. Yes, you should aim high. Be good, be great and create wonders. But hold your hourses! Take small steps ahead. That´s where the magic happens. See, progress takes time. To walk a mile – you can´t just JUMP your way from A to B. You need to WALK each step. Same goes for art, creating content you wish to sell or frankly anything in life.

The Gallery by Dreamlight

So, back to the Gallery model. By looking at the renders, you might think: “Wow, that´s looks advanced!”. The truth is, I built the entire model by using simple primitives: cubes and cylinders. And that´s it – no fancy stuff in here! Just lots of patience…

No way! I have to tell you: Yes way! And that´s the power of simplicity. I´m not a modeller, yet I was able to pull this off. The lighting does the rest. Now, the next time you you aim high – use repeated simplicity to get there!

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8 Responses to “The power of simplicity”

  1. Parker W. Woods April 26, 2010 at 1:18 pm #

    I have attempted to purchase this item five or six times without luck. Price was $19.95 and I attempted once again on Monday without luck. Please help before the price goes up.

    Parker

  2. J.Ritchie April 26, 2010 at 6:14 pm #

    Go to DAZ3d.com, search on props, then Gallery.
    It is on sale now, for less than $19.95. If you still can’t get it, go to the forum on DAZ3d.com or the contact link. They are quick to respond.

    What has been the problem in purchasing it?
    Regards,
    JR

  3. Waldemar Belwon April 26, 2010 at 7:50 pm #

    Guys, we´re investigating the Pay Pal integration error. This course is not sold via DAZ 3D, so let´s not go there… 🙂

  4. Waldemar Belwon April 26, 2010 at 10:34 pm #

    The issue has now been resolved!

  5. mike May 3, 2010 at 8:18 pm #

    I couldnt find the linkto your book on Daz website. Could you please add a link to the page where it is on sale?

  6. Waldemar Belwon May 3, 2010 at 8:54 pm #

    Mike, this book is not sold at DAZ 3D. The link is: http://www.basic3dcourse.com.

  7. Steve May 29, 2010 at 12:01 pm #

    Go to DAZ3d.com, search on props, then Gallery.
    It is on sale now, for less than $19.95. If you still can’t get it, go to the forum on DAZ3d.com or the contact link. They are quick to respond.

    What has been the problem in purchasing it?
    Regards,
    JR

  8. Simon December 29, 2013 at 7:10 pm #

    ‘Keep it simple’ – Timely reminder for me in some of the sets I’m putting together atm. Thanks Waldemar! … Your advice, as usual, is greatly appreciated. I especially like the reminder that good lighting is as important as set design.

    Cheers,

    Simon

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