Thanks to all for their replies and input, insight and guidance.
I would like to comment on the above posts.
DVierstra, your commentary was way off-base, and uncalled for. I am a fan of Carter Hickman's work (another artist here turned me on to his creativity - thanks, Brian!
- and I can't get enough!), and enjoy his ability to create something unique. Personally, I do not like the hyper-realistic renderings. I like to see an artists' representation and creativity displayed.
Comments like yours are very unprofessional, not to mention rude. I had posted seeking guidance on procuring a rendering, not an art critique.
Radrambler, great rendering, and very cool project! As
Andrew McBride posted, there is a lot of talent here, and I commend them on sharing such fantastic work.