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  • 2010
    • March
      • My 3D Cards Review
        03/15/10
        I'm usually the last one to toot my own horn, but TOOOT!

        This comes from Facebook Applications Review :
        http://tinyurl.com/ye8cyjs

  • 2009
    • December
      • Fresh New Content
        12/18/09
        Consider this an early holiday gift. 20 brand new metal textures to liven up your scene. My personal fave is 'Rainbow', a swirling iridescent material that makes everything look like it just fell out of a James Cameron movie. Great for adding that otherworldly touch to fantasy creatures li

    • September
      • Crasher Kanye
        09/24/09
        Now you too can have your very own ill-mannered celebrity egomaniac in your scenes. He's basically a cardboard cutout, but if you ask me: not too far a cry from the real thing.



        Click on the Google Objects tab to download it into your scene. Your search term is: Crashe

    • August
      • Crasher Squirrel
        08/13/09
        My OCD has kicked in once again. My latest is Crasher Squirrel - he's like the Paris Hilton of the animal kingdom. He started off the unlikely subject of a tourist snapshot,



        but has recently become quite the media darling, spawning a whole bunch of nutty tributes. It

    • June
      • Internet Explorer 8 Issue
        06/08/09
        If you've updated your browser to the new Internet Explorer 8 recently, you may run into an issue dragging and dropping objects from the catalog into your scene. To overcome this, you just need to run SC in compatibility view, by clicking the icon that appears in your status bar here:

      • Hot Air Balloon
        06/02/09
        I had an idea for a 3D Scenes scene today, and it was supposed to include this little beauty, but I couldn't fit it in. Please: enjoy.



        Zoom in really close if you want to change the colors of that ziggy-zaggy stripe.

        Click on the Google Objects tab to do

    • May
      • SceneCaster eNews - May '09
        05/27/09
        If you haven't yet signed up for our e-newsletter, what are you waiting for? You're missing out on lots of great information!

        In this issue:

        SceneCaster Launches 3D Scenes on Facebook - the Web's hottest new app. meets its biggest social network.

      • 3D Scene By Scene Queen
        05/21/09
        Our brand new fresh application: 3D Scenes lets you to upload your favorite photos and videos into an interactive 3D Scene. Lesley Bergen, who keeps her nimble fingers on the pulse of SC, jumped on board right away and created this 3D Scene:



        What a nasty looking bunch of ho

      • 3D Scenes Launches on Facebook
        05/19/09
        Introducing SceneCaster's newest application: 3D Scenes. It allows you to upload your favorite photos and videos into an interactive 3D Scene. I've been racking my brain trying to come up with new & inventive ways for people to display their images and show off their personalities. My

      • 3 Spot Light
        05/15/09
        Do you have any idea how long it took me to find this *&%@* thing today? I saw it in somebody's scene, some time ago...that was definitely not enough to go on. Please, benefit from my labour:



        It's just a really high-end looking gallery light to add to your c

      • 'Wolverine' vs Watching Paint Dry Poll Results
        05/07/09
        May I have the envelope, please?

        'X-Men Origins: Wolverine': 7 votes


        Watching Paint Dry: 11 votes and the victory!


        Someone get 20th Century Fox on the phone, please? I think I've come up with a way to save them $130,000,000.

      • Do You KARE?
        05/06/09
        There is a veritable smorgasbord of great new model content on the Google 3D Warehouse courtesy of edgy German design house KARE.

        Their models are sexier than Heidi Klum in a Victoria's Secret show, and there are literally hundreds to choose from, so you can create rock-star worthy

    • April
      • Do You Bamboo?
        04/13/09
        Hey look! Wacom makes tablet mouses (mice? meese?) for graphics professionals, and they used SC for a demo they did!



        p.s. donuts on the floor is a waste of good donuts! Shame on you Benji!

      • SC Summit '09 - Updated: April 6th
        04/02/09
        I've said it before and I'll say it again: this is the best group of people on Facebook! I love how everyone gets on board whenever we get an idea in our heads.

        I remember it started so simply, it always does: Ellen published I Wish : a wistful plea for spring to visit her frig

      • Confounded Conficker!
        04/01/09
        Ok, this is somewhat off topic, but our network here at SC world headquarters went dark for about 4 hours today. I doubt if it was related to the Conficker worm virus, but it was eerily co-incidental in terms of timing. On a positive note: my inbox is the cleanest it has been since 2006. On the nega

    • March
      • Charles & Ray Eames Molded Plywood Screen
        03/31/09
        Another classic, this one is on permanent display at New York's Museum of Modern Art. You can pick up one at SmartFurniture , or just download it from Google.



        The wood texture on it is quite beautiful (walnut, I believe) but it takes our textures really well, too.
      • What Inspires You?
        03/27/09
        As you can probably tell from my last 10 ga-jillion scenes, I'm fixing up the most neglected house of all time, so SceneCaster is a great way for me to communicate my ideas visually to my better half (who is not as blessed with the gift of visualization as me).



        SceneCa

      • Mercury
        03/26/09
        Beautifully detailed classical statue. Plus, he's got winged feet! (Presumably to fight foot odor).



        Bit of a heavy download, due to its complex geometry, but well worth it for the amount of impact you get for your scenes. Make sure you're on a good internet conn

      • Hibiscus Blossoms
        03/25/09
        Incredibly photo-realistic and beautiful to boot. Add a little tropical flair to your next scene.



        Super easy download, but no textures on this one, please.

        Click on the Google Objects tab to download it into your scene. Your search term is: Hibiscus Flower.

      • Pallucco Glow Pendant Light
        03/24/09
        Our search for the perfect chandelier continues. This is one you might not have stumbled across in your constant combing of the Google Objects catalogue. It's based on a real design, too, from the Italian retailer Pallucco .



        I like it because it looks like a flock o

      • Michael Jiang
        03/23/09
        Visit: Michael Jiang
        Kudos: 6-Time Scene Spotlight Winner
        Count: 12 public scenes
        When: SceneCaster since May 6, 2008
        Average Rating: 4.5 stars
        Style: Minimalist beautiful-ism.
        Editorial: He loves, LOVES to design these ultra-hip, super-small, jewel bo

      • Castle Parts
        03/20/09
        If you're constructing a medieval castle set, check out this modeler's collection of walls, towers, gates and more! His name is Panzerczek.



        They're designed to be modular, so you can configure them to suit your story.

        Click on the Google Objects t

      • Philodendron
        03/19/09
        If you're ever in need of some great tropical plant models, the guy who did this one is GENIUS! His name is Darrell Smith ; he's got a whole bunch of them and they're all incredibly realistic and they're really easy to download, too.



        He even includes

      • Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin
        03/18/09
        Designed by Paulin in 1973, the groovy chair became the darling of the avant garde for its modernist, sculpural quality and its comfort. Plus, it is just sooooo disco!



        It downloads like a dream and takes textures beautifully, but looks best in solid brights and leathers...if

      • SceneCaster Introduces 3D Scenes
        03/17/09
        Our latest application. Available now on Friendster and soon on other social networks. Use your photos and videos to create your personalized 3D Scenes from fun photo-realistic templates like Surf’s Up, Fashionista and more!

        How does it work? We've enabled users of 3D Scenes to

      • Comment Notifications on Facebook
        03/13/09
        Is it just me or is everybody over-the-moon thrilled that you now get notified by facebook whenever anyone comments on a scene that you've commented on? I have been begging for this for about a year! I've been having the most wonderful chats all day with our users...I'm getting zero w

      • Century
        03/12/09
        The iconic coffee table book profiling the 20th century in text and photos is available on the 3D Warehouse!



        It's an easy download and please: no touchy touchy with the textures. It'd be like putting a weave on the Mona Lisa.

        Click on the Google Obje

      • Farnsworth House
        03/09/09
        An exact replica of Mies Van Der Rohe's breathtaking modernist home.

        My design hero in Spain, Eliana Lombardo Teran, created this virtual tour!



        "Every physical element has been distilled to its irreducible essence. The interior is unprecedentedly trans

    • January
      • Arts & Crafts Floor Lamp
        01/30/09
        A really great looking lamp that looks like it would be equally at home in a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired interior or an art deco room.



        It's a little tricky getting a texture on the base, but other than that, it's a nice object. Bonus: the shade takes textures re

      • Explosion
        01/23/09
        A great multi-purpose object that I use not only for making stuff look all blown up, but great for when you want to add the illusion of sparkle as well.



        It looks incredible with any texture from the glass collection because you end up with a terrific white-hot looking cor

      • Cuba, Miguel!!!
        01/16/09
        In Toronto, it's currently -26 degrees Celsius (that's about -15 Fahrenheit). We have 63 days to go before spring and about 90 days to go before anything starts to thaw.

        My beloved friend in Colombia, Isabel Christina Restrepo, making every effort to keep me from cracking up com

      • The Coffee Table to Which All Other Coffee Tables Shall Now Be Compared
        01/13/09
        Do you have any idea how long I have been searching for a coffee table like this for my real-life living room? I don't think such a thing even exists, but now I compare every coffee table I see to this one and can't buy it.



        This goes slightly against my endoresme

      • Angelic Wings
        01/12/09
        I'm obsessed by the notion of flight. I love anything with wings so these are great because you can attach them to anything!



        They look gorgeous with the clear glass collection because it really lets you see the beautifully detailed construction of the model.
      • Victoria and Albert Sofa
        01/09/09
        Credit goes to Chris Chay on this one. He used it in his stunning, futuristic apartment scene. This is a model of a real sofa designed by Ron Arad. Looks very cozy and romantic, but I can imagine the sound of loose change hitting the floor everytime someone sits in it!



        It

      • New Valentines Day Models - P.S.....
        01/07/09
        12 new tokens of affection for you and your significant others. Look in the Objects catalog under 'Themes > Valentine's Day'. Save me a cupcake!



      • New Textures - Leathers
        01/07/09
        Also just added: 50 new leather textures in luscious colors like Sweet Plum, Strawberry Shortcake and Creme Brulee...kind of makes you want to give up that New Years diet, doesn't it? They're in the Texture Catalog under 'Leathers'. As an added bonus, we did them in cruelty-free

      • New Textures - Great Glasses
        01/07/09
        This was meant to be a bit of holiday gift to all of you, but it appears Santa got a little stuck in the chimney. Regardless, happy new year everybody! We've added 88 new glass textures, in both frosted and clear, in a rainbow of colors. I'm particularly happy about these because they'

  • 2008
    • December
      • Origami Crane
        12/23/08
        I love origami - I'm terrible at it (meaty fingers - blame Grandma Savichunas) but I love it. The crane is a very popular symbol in Japanese culture; standing for luck, longevity and fidelity. We can all use a bit of that!



        It comes in white, but looks lovely in reall

      • Wall Art
        12/22/08
        I'm not sure if this is meant to be bronze, or wicker or what, but I love the shape and the modern, yet rustic effect it brings to a room.



        Easy download and I like the default size it comes in at.

        Your search term is: Decoration I Like It. I like it too!

      • Remix-a-thon!
        12/22/08
        I had to do a client demo to show how to use SceneCaster to turn this:



        Into this:




        Unfortunately, time constraints only permitted me to decorate the master bedroom and bathroom area, seen here:



        I published the scene anyw

      • Isabel Christina Restrepo
        12/18/08
        Visit: Isabel Christina Restrepo
        Kudos: 11-Time Scene Spotlight Winner (at least! I lost count)
        Count: 61 public scenes
        When: SceneCaster since July 18, 2008
        Average Rating: 5 stars
        Style: Chameleon-esque.
        Editorial: Isabel can make our app. do anything

      • Asian-Inspired Daybed
        12/18/08
        This is another one that you can actually buy. It's from West Elm - it retails for $429USD. Unfortunately it only comes in chocolate and white, but I love it in high-gloss red.



        Easy download, takes textures well - Enjoy!

        Your search term is: West Elm Ove

      • More Keyboard Hot Tips!
        12/17/08
        My tips are hotter than 2 cats fighting in a wool sack in Arizona! Ready?

        Moving Objects
        Click and hold the <Alt> key while dragging to drag the object along any surface, like floors and walls.

        Rotating Objects
        Click and hold the <Shift> key on your k

      • Pretty Snowflake
        12/17/08
        Such a pretty 3D snowflake that looks good from all angles and takes our materials easily, too. Perfect for your Holiday scenes.



        You'll need to adjust the scale when you download it, but then you're off to the races.

        Your search term is: White Snowflak

      • Bubble Chandelier
        12/11/08
        Not just a figment of a 3D modeler's imagination, this is an actual chandelier which I am currently coveting for my own home...just can't afford it yet.



        It's a pretty easy download, comes into your scene at the correct scale and textures beautifully.
      • Betty Charrue-Castay
        12/11/08
        Visit: Betty Charrue-Castay
        Kudos: 7-Time Scene Spotlight Winner
        Count: 42 public scenes
        When: SceneCaster since July 8, 2008
        Average Rating: 5 stars
        Style: Pop-glam interiors with loads of personality.
        Editorial: Betty loves pop art, vintage pin-up gir

      • Cadeira is Portuguese for 'Chair'
        12/09/08
        It may be a global recession, but that shouldn't put a stop to feathering your virtual nest. What a great, sexy chair!



        It takes our textures beautifully; and you can put separate colors & textures on the seat cusion, body and legs with ease. I love it in the orange-

      • Keyboard Hot Tips!
        12/09/08
        By popular demand and because we like anything that's hot:

        Moving Objects
        Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to nudge the selected object in 4 directions.
        Hold down the <Ctrl> key on your keyboard to select multiple objects and use the arrow keys to nudge them as a

      • But Can You Name All Eight?
        12/05/08
        Just in time for the holidays, a great-looking reindeer model that is a snap to download:



        Let's see: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid...Paris Hilton?

        Your search term is: 3D Reindeer.

      • Chris Chay
        12/04/08
        Visit: Chris Chay
        Kudos: 4-Time Scene Spotlight Winner
        Count: 11 public scenes
        When: SceneCaster since Aug. 23, 2008
        Average Rating: 5 stars
        Style: Anything goes! Interior design, jokes, movies, TV, stories and more.
        Editorial: Chris makes my job a plea

      • Camera Lesson: Zoom
        12/04/08
        With the launch of our 3D viewer we enabled the SC audience to 'tour' your scenes in more detail than ever before. So here's how to give them a really good show.

        Camera Placement & Zoom
        If you want to draw the viewer's attention to a specific detail, zoom

    • November
      • Something to Look Up To
        11/28/08
        Funny enough, I just spent a small fortune renovating my house so that the ceilings would no longer look like this:



        And here it is, biting me in the tushie in my very own catalog! Mocking me! It's like a bad smell you can't get rid of!

        Not to pass judgem

      • Eliana Lombardo Teran
        11/27/08
        Visit: Eliana Lombardo Teran
        Kudos: 3-Time Scene Spotlight Winner
        Count: 10 public scenes
        When: SceneCaster since Aug. 19, 2008
        Average Rating: 4.5 stars
        Style: Modern interior design with a lighthearted touch.
        Editorial: Eliana first came to my attent

      • Subtlety is Way Overrated, Anyway
        11/26/08
        If you're like me and your decorating style tends to run the gauntlet from 'eclectic' to 'subtle-like-a-hand-grenade' categories, have I got a Google object for you!

        Brought to my attention courtesy of Scene Superstar Betty Charrue-Castay (who is French and there

      • Our SceneCaster Holiday 08 Greeting Card
        11/25/08
        What better way to tell your loved ones you're thinking of them during this holiday season than with an interactive 3D greeting card? As an added bonus, it is available for you SCers at the fire-sale price of NOTHING! NADA! NIENTE! It's free, people! Now there's a holiday shopping bud

      • Quest for Eternal Life
        11/12/08
        "Lesley completed the "Quest for Eternal Life". I looked in the mirror......it didn't help!"
        -Lesley Bergen, FB status update

        We've just recently launched our second interactive SceneCaster-based game (for those of you keeping score at home, this makes

    • October
      • I'm Back, Babies!!!
        10/22/08
        After weeks of stony, muted silence caused by bad blogging software I can finally let my melodious voice be heard once more! You don’t even know how much I’ve missed writing to all of you! We have got sooo much catching up to do.

        My allotted blogging time is a bit short today. So

      • Test
        10/20/08
        Hello World.

    • September