Thanks for the responses everyone. I appreciate it very much. I guess that I'll start trying all your suggestions this week. Yeah, I'd like to have that magic bullet that will do it all, but didn't expect that! Good and fast probably has the priority as I'm not afraid to spread the cost of the renderer out over time. Thanks again!
Gary
Okay, so I've been using SketchUp for about 5 years, but only to create wireframes that I use in creating traditional watercolors and sketches. So, I'm probably 15 years behind when it comes to creating photorealistic images and am really overwhelmed at the available options out there that will render my SketchUp models. My typical clients are new home builders who of course want the best quality they can get, but really need fast turn arounds. I need something that is good at rendering lots of wood, stucco, roof tile and is quick. Oh, and is very good with landscape materials. Good, fast, cheap, easy to use. Not asking too much, am I!
So, hopefully some of you veterans out there might have a practical suggestion of what to choose. Thanks in advance!!!