Hi guys, my name is sketchutect. I am a hobbyist from texas using sketchup 2014 on a windows 7 platform.

I am new to the forum and have never seen a forum quite like this (integrated in such a way that you cant tell where the website ends and the forum begins, not a typical forum theme so to speak)

i was hoping someone can tell me how to access user profiles so i can browse the member info of people who post excellent information.

Also, at what point do free, newbie accounts gain the privilege to private message? is that for paid members only?

Thanks for offering a wonderful place to learn and grow.