I agree modelhead. The company I'm working for has invested quite a bit of money plus the lead designer has the background with Vectorworks. LOL...he does also have a Sketchup for Dummies on his desk so I know is is trying to slowly learn it. I think "The old dog and new trick" comes into play sometimes. Can't say as I blame that. I have a hard time switching to new versions of programs when I'm so use to the older version. Thanks for your input.....
Jeff

Thanks Gaieus,

Appreciate that. So that would be one like Podium or Vray?

Jeff

I was getting ready to finally purchase SU Pro 6......should I wait now for a bit for bugs to be worked out???
Jeff

Hi Kwistenbiebel,
Any chance of you doing a Tut on the technique of bump mapping or the way you put or change the actual surface texture? Or, is this something done in another program? I got the understanding of evenly patterning a material but you have pics showing that the surface is not smooth. Thanks in advance....
Jeff

I was wondering if anyone knows how to attain credentials with Sketchup? Is it even available. It's nice to show people or clients one actually has proper training in a program with which they use in their business. Even though a really detailed model/render sometimes should be proof enough, some people like to see some kind of certificate hanging on the wall. I have just started working with a company that creates and fabricates tradeshow displays and large format printing and now they have opened a shop to produce inhouse, their own custom millwork/exhibits and I have been hired to run this new division. They currently use Vectorworks/cinema 4d for their modelling and rendering. Everytime I try to show the ease AND strengths of Sketchup, I feel that the program isn't taken seriously. Any thoughts on this???

Jeff

Hey Solo,

Great work in all renders.....is podium a stand alone program when you purchase it? And....for first purchase of a rendering program, what do you think. All comments from everyone appreciated.

Jeff

Hi MALAISE,

Thanks for you input. I plan on focusing on Prototyping and utilizing SP's functions of motion to test theories. I have years of experiance in woodworking, plastics fabricating and CAD experiance. I plan on trying to pull it all together to offer a unique service. I'm pretty positive that it can work. I'll keep ya posted.

Cheers,

Jeff

Hi Fredrik,

Thanks for replying. Your job sounds very interesting. Do you have any models to share?
Cheers,

Jeff

He is certainly a very talented Sketcher, but it seems everyone on here is. I've learned so much since I joined this forum. It's great!!!

Thanks Remus. Glad someone's paying attention. Guess I was a little distracted with the model and that's my story...

Hello again....Can you list the ruby's that you have and where you got them....you know...when you have time
Cheers,

Jeff

Hey Silver....your extremely talented. Do you use SU in your daily work?
Jeff

I love this forum. I've learned so much more since I joined. Thx to everyone! Great tutorial. I got the material distributing evenly, I just have to learn to texture properly....
Jeff

I can't stop watching the teaser video.....hurry. I feel like a kid that knows Christmas is coming soon.

So amazing!!! The more I use Sketchup, the more addictive it becomes. I just can't get enough. Keep the goodies coming.

nothing like a couple of jugs to make a guy happy!

Hey Dan.....thanks for the info. It's a very good SketchyPhysics presentation. I never would have guess how some things are sorted from one size to another. Awesome!!!

Cheers,

Jeff

Thanks for your reply mrmar975. I'm quite surprised I haven't had more replies. So you are a teacher I assume. What grade level?

Is there a way to link components or parts to an Excel spreadsheet?

All of a sudden everyone is shy.