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[scifieric]

Let me guess the painters are arriving on Tuesday?

LOL!

Um, no. I had COVID-19 ... twice, and it really did a number on me and my memory. I'm figuring all of this out again as I go along. It is a shame to know exactly how much I enjoyed this hobby before, but have to relearn it again. It is just taking me some time. I'll get there though!

 

[Professor Moriarty]

I can’t think of a better therapy for COVID brain, and I confidently say that from personal experience. When I contracted this fucking nightmare back in January 2021, it took me a good six months or so to really get past it, and one of the things that I truly believe helped me get over the hump was working on modeling. And not just re-learning — I picked up several new techniques, and did some of the best work I’ve ever done (my Galileo shuttlecraft, which I think has some of the most realistic texturing that I’ve ever achieved, not to mention the fact that it’s the first model I’ve ever done with 100% sub-D modeling).

I think that’s what you’re doing right now Eric. Your modeling is flawless as always, but you really seem to have stepped up your game on texturing this time, and it shows. That by itself is gratifying, but the fact that you are forcing your brain to “exercise“ must feel quite satisfying (I know it made me feel better to realize that not only could I relearn the things I had forgotten, I was teaching myself all kinds of new techniques). And of course, we all get to share in the enjoyment of watching your “art therapy”!

 

[scifieric]

I can’t think of a better therapy for COVID brain, and I confidently say that from personal experience. When I contracted this fucking nightmare back in January 2021, it took me a good six months or so to really get past it, and one of the things that I truly believe helped me get over the hump was working on modeling. And not just re-learning — I picked up several new techniques, and did some of the best work I’ve ever done (my Galileo shuttlecraft, which I think has some of the most realistic texturing that I’ve ever achieved, not to mention the fact that it’s the first model I’ve ever done with 100% sub-D modeling).

I think that’s what you’re doing right now Eric. Your modeling is flawless as always, but you really seem to have stepped up your game on texturing this time, and it shows. That by itself is gratifying, but the fact that you are forcing your brain to “exercise“ must feel quite satisfying (I know it made me feel better to realize that not only could I relearn the things I had forgotten, I was teaching myself all kinds of new techniques). And of course, we all get to share in the enjoyment of watching your “art therapy”!

My God, you know how to make a fellow feel better! Wow! Thank you, my friend! You are spectacular!

 

[scifieric]

I can’t think of a better therapy for COVID brain, and I confidently say that from personal experience. When I contracted this fucking nightmare back in January 2021, it took me a good six months or so to really get past it, and one of the things that I truly believe helped me get over the hump was working on modeling. And not just re-learning — I picked up several new techniques, and did some of the best work I’ve ever done (my Galileo shuttlecraft, which I think has some of the most realistic texturing that I’ve ever achieved, not to mention the fact that it’s the first model I’ve ever done with 100% sub-D modeling).

I think that’s what you’re doing right now Eric. Your modeling is flawless as always, but you really seem to have stepped up your game on texturing this time, and it shows. That by itself is gratifying, but the fact that you are forcing your brain to “exercise“ must feel quite satisfying (I know it made me feel better to realize that not only could I relearn the things I had forgotten, I was teaching myself all kinds of new techniques). And of course, we all get to share in the enjoyment of watching your “art therapy”!

I should also state that I have been trying to hide my post COVID-19 status for quite a while, especially at work. There was no treatment when I caught it (February of 2020, then again in July of 2020 ... even though I was wearing a mask at all times). I've let work know because for the first time, I had really reached my new upper limit. I'm getting treatment, but the effects have been REALLY long-lasting for me ... sadly.

I'm glad you were able to get through it, Professor. It is a HORRIFIC illness. I'm lucky, just lost some knowledge and I don't remember as well anymore, but I'm still alive!

 

[Santaman]

Just take it easy, and yeah, we're going to enjoy watching you get back into shape like the Prof said.

 

[scifieric]

Just take it easy, and yeah, we're going to enjoy watching you get back into shape like the Prof said.

Thank you.