Nick Portelli wrote:

> Why are image maps so frowned upon in the POV community?  Almost all of
> the big wig renderers use them solely.

It's my personal belief that when I'm rendering, I'm not trying to win a
race, or stick to rules, but just make a nice looking picture. If an
imagemap can produce good results (as the comments have shown), and it
suits my situation, then I will use an imagemap. If I need more
flexibility, then I will use procedural textures.

There are no correct and incorrect tools, merely tools that are, or aren't
suited to the job. There is nothing more honourable in using a penknife
when a chainsaw is better suited to the job, and vice-versa. Both have
their uses, and there is no reaosn for conflict.


Simon

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