@Rich-O-Brien What AI do you use for that?

I saw this image and I thought it would speak so many After i took up SU I would look at other peoples renders ant thought "I will never be smart enough to render like that"And that was in the years of Kerkythea

I feel so angry at the US "medical system" always have, coming from Australia the concept of medicine for profit is Alien. Thing is each individual in the US costs about twice much per capita to the US government $10,000vs $5.000 in Australia and you live 4 years les on average

Type one or two diabetes?
You mat be aware but the link is to a site where you can mke some money, Not a fortune as you are up against people that have much lower cost of living, But it might be trickle money and keep you busy might be worth a look
https://www.fiverr.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc-brand&utm_campaign=g_ge-au_ln-en_dv-desktop_brand-fiverr_mt-all&utm_term=one-fiverr&utm_content=AdID^733215935487^Keyword^fiverr^Placement^^Device^c&caid=314301791&agid=180295003892&ad_id=733215935487&kw=fiverr&lpcat=br_general&show_join=true&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=314301791&gbraid=0AAAAADsPu6vwlOxUma1ecm8btp19o3ZRG&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlYHBBhD9ARIsALRu09oR7Yq7cDWtKeIQgXV4iEDWsWcjXqi3ag_EFq24cgfiV3LlCM98grYaAlLcEALw_wcB

Hey Gus, takes a big leap to reach out for help but sometimes it is needed. I have had some complex medical stuff. I hope the US medicaid comes through for you. Best wishes mate

you can convert SketchUp's SKP files to Blender. You can either use the built-in SKP importer in Blender or export the model from SketchUp in a compatible format like Collada (DAE), OBJ, or FBX, then import that into Blender.

One thing that is an issue with this arch vis work is that there are companies like fiverr etc,that is a multi national site. There are with a people that do modelling, rendering graphic design, logo design etc, etc. There are thousands of them. Some of these people will work for very little money and will do a project for the equivalent of 5 dollars an hour, And they are making money where cost of living is so low and the exchange rate is very favourable. Then there are agents working in most countries like Australia an Australian company, where you can go to the agent and get a SU model of a house for 450 Aussie dollars. They have subcontractors from Vietnam, Philippines, Bangladesh etc that will supply SU models for around a hundred dollars.the Australian company will quality control the model and on sell it for $450 AUD. The people in the aforementioned counties are living well and no reasonable person could blame them.

Thanks Rich, I now do not have to go down that rabbit hole. much appreciated

Hi all. I am working on a very complex sports pavilion for a paid job. I have been reading building plans forever, but this drawing is causing me issues and I find the drawings hard to work with for some reason. I thought about asking ai if AI could build me a model from construction drawings. This is my reply by chat gpt. Has anybody else tried this before?

@pilou Thanks for that very good recommendations. How did you learn prompts. Is it trial and error or is there a beter way to educate myself with prompts?

Not up to the quality of frenhcies stuff But "I" created this with AI. I would enjoy a tower tha looked like that

@Rich-O-Brien thanks but the reason I asked the question was because occasionally make images from a photo reference. So I am using virtually and best guess depth and breath and scale to make the model. It would I occasionally put the model into Tm and change the aspect ratio and fine tune the focal length in TM. When it does not work I need to modify the SU model a few times and refresh the model in SU to get the image i want.

Hi guys I should by rights no the answer to this, but can the aspect ratio of the SU window be adjusted. I was thinking it would make a difference to how I scale and compose In SU before I move the modern to a render engine.

Nice legs

Very nice work mate I love them all Just one thing is the TM render has Parallel Projection turned off

Nice work, I wish I had your organic modelling skills

Hi Frenchy, you win. I asked a question of AI, in another post "Final Thought
AI won’t erase the need for trained artists—but it will redefine the value proposition. The artists who thrive will likely be the ones who:

Lean into design thinking, storytelling, and emotional impact—things AI still struggles with.

Use AI as a collaborator, not a competitor.

Make their work stand for something—cultural relevance, craft, message, or uniqueness.

Would you like me to help compare an AI-generated architectural rendering with a hand-built one to explore the difference in depth, nuance, or emotion?"

I am getting on the train From learning what you have achieved, and taking into account the AI final thoughts. What are your thoughts and program (Hopefully free) and what learning platform should I try?

Hope you can assist

I asked AI
"What are your thoughts on how images produced by AI will effect the works of people who have studied art and 3 d modeling and rendering with no AI"

ChatGPT said:
That’s an excellent and timely question—and it cuts to the heart of a deep shift happening in art and design fields.

AI-generated imagery is already reshaping the landscape for artists and 3D modelers in both positive and negative ways, depending on how it's used, and how institutions and audiences value original human-created work versus fast, synthetic production. Here’s a breakdown of the major effects:

Challenges for Traditional Artists & 3D Modelers
Commoditization of Visuals
AI can create highly polished images in seconds, which devalues time-intensive work by trained professionals. For clients who only care about speed or surface-level visuals, this can undercut prices and shift expectations.

Job Competition in Concept and Previz Work
Roles like concept artist, illustrator, and moodboard designer are particularly affected. AI can churn out near-final concepts, cutting out early design phases that were once paid opportunities for junior or freelance artists.

Skill Devaluation in Entry-Level Roles
Beginners or juniors who previously cut their teeth on low-to-mid-level render tasks may now find those jobs disappearing. Studios or firms might rely on AI for base renderings or compositions, reserving human artists for final polish only—if at all.

Flooding of Visual Space
The sheer volume of AI-generated content dilutes the visibility of genuine, hand-built work. This can make it harder to stand out unless your portfolio is exceptionally unique or you’ve carved a recognizable niche.
Opportunities for Skilled Artists Who Adapt
AI as a Speed Tool, Not a Replacement
Artists who learn to use AI as a sketching or idea-generation tool can work faster, test ideas more quickly, and still apply their trained eye to elevate results. Think of it as a new brush or camera—not a competitor.

Higher Standards for ‘Human’ Work
As AI floods the market with generic content, authentic, deeply skilled work (especially with storytelling, intentional composition, and technical accuracy) will stand out even more. Especially in high-end architecture, game design, film, or VR where realism, detail, or spatial logic is critical.

New Job Roles: Prompt Engineering, AI Art Direction
People with strong design knowledge are becoming invaluable as AI art directors—knowing how to guide the AI, curate outputs, and blend synthetic images with real 3D or photo assets.

Cultural & Ethical Value of Human-Made Art
There’s a growing movement toward “human-authored” or “AI-free” work, especially in galleries, publications, or academic spaces. Like analog photography in a digital age, handcrafted work might become more respected and sought after—if framed and marketed that way.

Final Thought
AI won’t erase the need for trained artists—but it will redefine the value proposition. The artists who thrive will likely be the ones who:

Lean into design thinking, storytelling, and emotional impact—things AI still struggles with.

Use AI as a collaborator, not a competitor.

Make their work stand for something—cultural relevance, craft, message, or uniqueness.

Would you like me to help compare an AI-generated architectural rendering with a hand-built one to explore the difference in depth, nuance, or emotion?