1. I picked it up as a hobby when I was a kid and just started playing with the programs
2. I was mainly self taught, but tried some formal schooling through http://www.onlinegraphicdesigndegree. ...

Very nice. The reflection of the walls across from the mirrors are a nice touch.

The render is superb!!! looks like a photo!
Never used maxwell renderer btw... how is it? Is it faster than vray?

Yeah that actually LOOKS like a photo...what are your secrets?

Cute! Very simple and plan. Great job.

I don't think it's too saturated, I like color though. It really makes me want to go there though. Great job.

I like it, very diverse and different from the usual that we are seeing.

I like the texture a lot!! With great detail, the brightness is ok...just a TAD dark, but it really sets the mood also.

Hmmmm yeah the blade looks a little dull and not sharp at all. Can it even cut anything?

The sunlight coming through the windows really make the image feel real and sets the tone really well.

The colors are spot on. Makes it feel very paradise-y and relaxed. Especially the sunset and woman there.

Ahhahaha! Makes me smile, thank you

Seriously!! This looks so good. I love the colors and brightness of it. And the waves look superb as well. Great job.

Wow that looks really cool! I think interiors will probably have to my favorite.

That is so good to hear. It's hard sometimes to keep good forum readers/posters and keep it running without it getting too messy and/or becomes just dead.

Wow, that looks a real and a little creepy. It's like a doll or a Pixar movie haha.

I agree with the brighter. I love the heart cloud though!

Hi welcome!! I am new as well. Excited to learn from others here and share my beginning knowledge and experience as well