Hi guys. First image for a while, and it's a re-make of an old image I did when I was just getting started with max. I've tried to keep some of the charm from the original, but I've used a few new techniques, struggled with particles, had fights with fur simulators, and wrestled with Vray. I'm pretty happy with the way it's turned out.

I've tried to capture the magic of an enchanted forest, with lush greenery, a bright yellow sun light effect and the feel that beyond the house, the forest could go on forever.

I really love the fantasy genre and wanted a feel that could be seen as realistic, but cartoony...Kind of a similar feel to the Shrek movies.

People liked the first version so I can only hope that version 2 is as pleasing. Let me know what you all think. Thanks!

Oh yeah, for those of you who want to see the original image, go here. http://www.renderosity.com/mod/gallery/media/folder_12/file_117115.jpg