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  1. In the meantime, I ran across this plug in that is currently in beta. Seems to offer an intermediate solution until something more feature rich and native is included. I've only done a couple tests with it so far. We shall see. https://www.benghiatlighting.com/component/content/article/48-beta/117-pv-beta
  2. Third, for the record. Is there a good work around that anyone has run into?
  3. Thanks for the input thus far. It's a fair point that making my own pattern is the better solution. I was just using the included star drop texture. Does anyone know if there is a limit to how large the texture can be? I would basically be creating the entire chandelier to be extruded using displacement mapping rather than having 20,000+ objects. This method however sacrifices the glass texture which I think is ok considering the performance and rendering time differences (I don't know if there would be time saved with this method over rendering the geometry. My assumption is yes.) Thanks again!
  4. Update: I didn't realize I needed displacement mapping enabled in renderworks. I was using fast renderworks and realistic interior fast without displacement mapping checked. Here's the result when the settings are correct. It's not exactly what I'm looking for but way better. If anyone has any other suggestions to improve the look, I'm very open to feedback. Thanks! -iain
  5. I was hoping someone could shed light on this issue. I may be setting it up incorrectly as I don't have much experience with textures. Basically what I am unable to replicate the preview of a renderworks texture in the actual model. I've attached a couple reference photos. The desired result is to map this texture to a flat surface or bulge to emulate a densely packed crystal chandelier. Thanks!
  6. AH I knew it had to be something like that. Thanks Kevin! -iain
  7. Hi all Apologies if what I am seeing is something obvious I am just missing. Instead of a BLACK stroke according to the Attributes palette, a portion of a soft goods group has a RED stroke. I've tried changing it to a different color and back again with no affect. Appreciate the input! I've attached a photo.
  8. Here's my updated list for those who are interested PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/mtystg Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/mtystg/by_merchant/ CPU: AMD - Threadripper 1950X 3.4GHz 16-Core Processor ($748.37 @ OutletPC) will most likely switch this to 2950x if I get pricing approval CPU Cooler: Noctua - NH-U14S TR4-SP3 140.2 CFM CPU Cooler ($79.90 @ Amazon) will upgrade to liquid cooling CPU and GPU for OC Motherboard: ASRock - X399 Taichi ATX TR4 Motherboard ($283.98 @ Newegg) Memory: G.Skill - Trident Z RGB 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($515.98 @ Newegg) Storage: Samsung - 960 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($234.99 @ Newegg Marketplace) Storage: Samsung - 860 Pro 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($379.99 @ Amazon) considering changing this to a spinning drive or hybrid Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB FTW3 GAMING iCX Video Card ($709.99 @ B&H) depending on budget and timing, will switch this to 2080 ti Case: Phanteks - Enthoo Evolv ATX Glass ATX Mid Tower Case ($169.99 @ Amazon) Power Supply: SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Platinum 750W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($114.73 @ Newegg) Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Pro OEM 64-bit ($126.88 @ OutletPC) Monitor: LG - 27UD58-B 27.0" 3840x2160 60Hz Monitor ($296.93 @ Newegg) Total: $3801.73
  9. @Aspect_Design @herbieherb @P Retondo Thank you all so much for the valued feedback. I'll consider the input and post changes before we move to purchasing. To sum up and ask a follow up question, it seems to me the biggest (2) variances in both experience and opinion is ECC vs Non-Ecc Ryzen MC renderworks boost vs Intel's higher SC bench speeds I remain convinced based on research and other's experience that ECC has it's place inside of a VW workstation, however isn't a must without marathon (>1-2 hrs) rendering sessions. My main concern will be if the MC performance boost from Ryzen is worth a lower SC speed when working with the model and not rendering. This assumes that we're comparing bench performance and not real world VW experience. It may be that the 2950x can keep up inside of the program just as well AND provide high MC performance. I'm asking if anyone has noticed a demonstrable difference between the two when working in the model and not rendering. Thanks again to everyone for the input.
  10. Thanks in advance for the help. Below are the specs for a planned workstation. Would love any feedback in relation to missing components or wasted resources/cash. Primary use for this workstation is VW Spotlight. 50% Top/plan, 25% lighting/screen visualization, 25% renderworks of said visuals. PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/6FLgFt Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/6FLgFt/by_merchant/ CPU: Intel - Core i7-8700K 3.7GHz 6-Core Processor ($355.89 @ OutletPC) CPU Cooler: Reeven - Brontes RC-1001b 30.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Newegg Marketplace) Motherboard: MSI - Z370-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($99.89 @ OutletPC) Memory: G.Skill - Aegis 64GB (4 x 16GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($540.98 @ Newegg) Storage: Samsung - 970 Pro 512GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($229.99 @ Amazon) Storage: Samsung - 860 Pro 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($379.00 @ B&H) Video Card: Asus - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB STRIX GAMING OC Video Card ($849.99 @ B&H) Case: Phanteks - Enthoo Evolv ATX Glass ATX Mid Tower Case ($169.99 @ Amazon) Power Supply: SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Platinum 750W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($104.40 @ B&H) Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Pro OEM 64-bit ($126.88 @ OutletPC) Monitor: LG - 27UD58-B 27.0" 3840x2160 60Hz Monitor ($296.93 @ Newegg) Total: $3188.93 Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-08-17 12:48 EDT-0400 Thanks again!
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