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A variation on the 2 or 3 prong image, inspired by the work of Walter Wick, who managed to photograph his version using a partially reflective piece of glass and very careful lighting to create the illusion. I am first to admit that this is nowhere near the level of quality that Wick produces in his works, but I'll keep working at it.

This 3d scene was modeled and rendered with Cararra and was lit with an HDRI environment map of one of my equirectangular HDRs from last year.

Those of you who enjoy the little details should take a look at the reflection in the sphere.

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daneil69 [deleted] says:

love the depth of vision and soft background setting bring a well balance image of context to these piece...,beautifully done.
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B N C T O N Y says:

Strange Columns
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Aaron Van Dike | www.fivegiantsstudio.com | says:

ahhhh, i hate 3D modeling, but this is insane!
that metal sphere looks 100 percent real.
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

immauss says:

These are awesome. I wouldn't have thought it possible to do something like this in a 3D renderer. I remember doodling these and similar all through high school.

Great Job.
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Anakronik says:

Very strange your pic is censured.......

I don't see why !!

Nice image !! :)
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msc-ρңσtσđєѕіgη says:

real cool, josh! i also thought about making some impossibles with 3d rendering but never had such a great success like you. i use maxon cinema 4d for the 3d stuff.
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Lovely.

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Peter Barker says:

Amazing that this was produced as a 3d render. Is it one model or did you do two renders and a graduated blend?
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Brapke says:

I know all these figures. But how great to see them rendered in such excellent quality!
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dmswart says:

I love that photo by Walter Wick.
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showmeone says:

Cool---made it a fav--
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Patrick Hoff says:

This is a great set. I also recall this as an Escher image, but I could be wrong. Excellent.
Do you do combinations of renders in ps or is this a complete render? In case of the last, a big Hooray for you :-)
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NieckQ- [deleted] says:

Wow, awesome !
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Josh Sommers says:

Thanks everyone! I'm glad you like these, as I'm pretty sure I've got a few more left in me...

@Pat- I do think Escher drew a version of the Two-or-Three image, but I'm not sure. I don't recall seeing it done as columns by Escher, I got that idea from Walter Wick. I'm hesitant to answer the other question because I'd rather have a big hooray, but yes, this is two renders combined in PS. The trick with these images is getting the pieces and the camera all lined up correctly, the PS part is pretty simple compared to the other kinds of stuff we usually do in PS.
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gauchocat says:

A technical masterpiece! Congratulations!

I saw this in A Big Fave
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Patrick Hoff says:

Still nice work. I admire the excellent lighting job here, pretty 'realistic' ! The sphere makes a great adition, not distracting.
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Vieira says:

Thanks to introducing me to Walter Wick! That's a nice homage to him!
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cosygreeneyes says:

I always enjoy your photos, these images are incredible. Though I confess that late at night/early morning viewings are a bit much for my brain to cope with the concept!
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_Robert C_ says:

This is just fantastic!
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Josh Sommers says:

Thanks everyone!

@Pat- The HDRI environment map lighting really helps to create realistic-ish renderings. This scene has no lights other than the HDRI map.

@cosygreeneyes- I'm with you. Imagine what it's like trying to create these late at night. It's even harder to wrap your brain around it then.
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Peter Barker says:

Thanks for giving away your trade secrets, Josh. You definitely get a great big Hooray from me. Absolutely perfect.
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iam yumako says:

incredible this series wow like all ur stuff its so amesing to look how realise ur ideas or from other big up josh :-P
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Myhaela says:

This is equally beautiful and intriguing. Excellent work!
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: HimUpNorth : says:

Every time I see your new efforts I think to myself that I must really get to grips with more PS work than just levels, curves and tweaks. This sets me going yet again - but I will probably give up again :>0. Thanks for sharing Josh.
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Josh Sommers says:

Thanks everyone!

@HimUpNorth- Gary, to each his own right? I'm sure you'll get around to it when you have time, and when you want to. If you ever need any help, or have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
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tsevis says:

Another cool work, Josh. Congrats.
What I admire the most is your dedication to your subjects.
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Josh Sommers says:

Thank you tsevis!
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OhJazzyboy! says:

very cool!
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even_stevens says:

Sweet!
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edwin desing says:

buen trabajo,
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