I have a 3d program in which is excellent for making dio plans. The advantage of this over drawing it on paper or the computer is that you may view it from all angles and it may be made more precise in measurements.



This is an example I made just to give you an idea on how it will look. However, as it is an expensive program, I ask (but not require) a small fee through PayPal (3-5$ USD) only if you are satisfied. I can put in figures,objects, and vehicles in the diorama (only representations in rough shapes of what they will be and where they will be). You must have a rough plan of the diorama drawn up on your computer (you must also include measurements of terrain and base). I will give you my e-mail and you can send me the plans and I will create the model and send pics to you for revision and suggestions. Then I will send you several pics at different angles with the corrections. PM me if you are interested. (Note: this is for members only) Also to prevent me from getting more than I can chew, only ask for this if you think it would be significantly useful.

(this is very experimental, PM me what you think of this idea)

Matt

how did u do that with ure computer like show a digitla dio and can u make then to see wat they will look like

You can make the shape and give it the basic textures...it would take a long time to make it look exactly like the real thing. However, I'm not sure how useful this idea is...as I havn't done many dios. I may just use it mostly for myself.....

Matt

PS-if anyone thinks this would be very useful (or not useful) please post
PSS-your sentence was very hard to decypher skytrain. took me about three minutes to translate it

yeah........thats why I hate aol lingo.........its.......very hard to translate......and......gets annoying... nice dio plan.....would come in very handy when trying fig positions and placement

hi, great pic!!! I was wondering what the name of the program is. If i'm able to download it or buy it would be great!!! Again nice idea for making a sketch of your dio!!!

Laurie

Uhhhh...you probably wouldn't want to spend the money on that program It retails for about 3,500$ USD or more. It is also a very complex program that takes months to learn. The program is "3ds max 5". The only reason I have it is because my dad bought it. However, there is free version. It is much lower quality and cannot render the final product. I would get the job done though. If you want it you can download it at:

www.discreet.com

Be prepared to spend a lot of time on it though

hi, thanks anyway. I will try to download it, it is realy great to see what you can do with the program!!!

Laurie

Nice idea, I prefer my pencil and paper, that way I feel in control!