50 comments on
"Highland Yule (Christmas)" |
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| Chris S |
| "Dualscreen ... distributed computing?" |
Mon May 20, 2013 at 8:45 am
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I wonder how much it would take to set up a distributed computing project (maybe using the BOINC framework) for the resolutions that you don't have the resources to render? It might be an interesting paradigm shift for you to create a scene looks good at 7680 x 1600, post a 720 x 450 preview and let the community generate the rest of the images. this would give you more time and resources for your creativity and also allow us the resolutions we want. In the end, though, you're distributing (admittedly beautiful) computer wallpaper, not anti-cancer drugs. If I don't get my size I won't suffer too much. |
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| Chris |
| "one of my favorites!" |
Thu November 29, 2012 at 11:52 am
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Would love to see the dual-screen render of this piece at some point, as well as an Autumn version. It's one of my favorite Christmas pieces :) |
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| Ryan |
| "Highland Autumn?" |
Sun February 27, 2011 at 8:54 pm
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Hi Ryan,
Will you consider an Autumn sunset version of Highland? I think that theme applied to the Spring multi-screen version would be amazing.
-Ryan |
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| James King |
| "So Much Better" |
Thu January 13, 2011 at 9:20 pm
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The title is "Highland Yule", should it not have been a evergreen tree with "stuff" on it (bird nests, and the such) and not a flash light on a dying branch? The concept is there but.....I don't think it is fair to take one picture and make ten from it by just changing the lighting and removing the color. I think you do some awesome work! So please do not get me wrong but to make 2 or 3 from the same mold is... to me... not a good practice. Your work speaks for itself.... create "New" not reuse the old... |
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| Nick |
| "Giving Up on DB" |
Wed January 12, 2011 at 10:04 pm
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@Ryan:
Whatever happened to Forest Citadel it was originally released in March 2010 if I remember so you have had 9 or so months to do a Dual Screen render?
You kept telling us it was coming but it never did.... |
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Ryan |
| "@Nick" |
Tue January 11, 2011 at 7:28 am
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I apologize if you feel I have neglected the multi-monitor users out there. It is true that I haven't always been able to produce multiscreen versions of every piece and I imagine this can be very frustrating. In the case of Highland Yule I put the rendering resources towards producing a new project because there wasn't time to create a multiscreen render in time for Christmas. I guess I assumed that after Christmas no one would be interested in a Christmas wallpaper.
Anyway, apologies again for any perceived slight. Thanks for supporting my work thus far and I am sorry to see you go. |
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| Nick |
| "Giving Up on DB" |
Mon January 10, 2011 at 9:06 pm
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I am giving up won Digital Blasphemy. I have been a loyal member for 6 years and I have brought scores of members to this site. However, I am tired of the dual screen game. Whenever I see a piece of work I think is stunning you never render the dual screen.
With Forest Citadel you went on and on about how the dual screen was rendering slowly. This was in June.... I am sure it was rendering slowly but 7 months?
There was one in 2009 in which you promised me and others a dual screen version. The dual screen has yet to surface.
More recently, Highland Winter is still not dual screen and I feel it never will be. Not sure about Highland Yule but it has been near a month and still nothing.
So I am done with my subscription, when it ends I will not renew. |
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| Jeff R.E. |
| "Thumbs Up" |
Tue January 4, 2011 at 10:51 am
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Nice version. Clever thinkin'! |
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| Henry V. |
| "Very nice winter/Christmas version, Pickle Jar suggestion" |
Tue December 28, 2010 at 1:07 pm
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I like the subtle effect of lighting on the tree itself, along with the fruit/ornaments on the tree.
Perhaps we could get a pickle jar version with snow falling all around it as well. Just a thought |
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| past0rB |
| "Light from heaven..." |
Mon December 27, 2010 at 8:55 am
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Hi Ryan, great work as usual. I love how the tree appears to be illuminated from heaven; the source for our holiday joy.
Thanks for such amazing artwork that enriches so many lives. Have a blessed New Year. |
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| Ben |
| "Stuffz" |
Sat December 25, 2010 at 2:18 am
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Im waiting for the 3 monitor version hahaha!! Merry Christmas!! |
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| Mel |
| "Ornaments or lights?" |
Fri December 24, 2010 at 3:01 pm
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I like it, but . . . are the orange bits on the tree lights or ornaments? I really like the white version, but is one with multicolored lights possible?
I really love your work though- keep it up! And have a wonderful christmas! |
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| C-loke |
| "OH YEAH!!" |
Fri December 24, 2010 at 2:25 am
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Dude, this is nice. I love the different lives this picture takes on with every new render. I think this is my favorite render of this image. Again, very cool and keep'em coming. Merry Christmas to you and yours Ryan. |
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| Sebastian |
| "+1 for village" |
Thu December 23, 2010 at 8:40 am
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A little scenic village up the lake/sea would really give off a christmas atmosphere! |
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| Ian |
| "Mount Crumpit" |
Wed December 22, 2010 at 11:58 pm
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Seeing as how the tree is not an ordinary tree, yet still decorated, it instantly struck me like it could be "The Grinch's" after his change (or growth) of heart. Though the lights to make that complete would probably be brown, neon green, orange, and other obscure colors. I agree that a town overlooking the lake at the base of the mountain would complete the scene, if only to add a "Whoville" to my perception of another of your wonderful Christmas works of art. Possibly my favorite. |
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| Ian |
| "Mount Crumpit" |
Wed December 22, 2010 at 11:56 pm
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Seeing as how the tree is not an ordinary tree, yet still decorated, it instantly struck me like it could be "The Grinch's" after his change (or growth) of heart. I agree that a town overlooking the lake at the base of the mountain would complete the scene, if only to add a "Whoville" to my perception of another of your wonderful Christmas works of art. Possibly my favorite. |
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| Nelson |
| "Very beautiful" |
Wed December 22, 2010 at 6:36 pm
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Wow, that is amazing! Maybe your best Christmas wallpaper in my opininon.
The white illuminated tree is lovely. Tyler wants it more colored, but for me as a German, white is the tradional color. Thanks for being so European in this case ;-) |
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| Tyler |
| "Nice but..." |
Wed December 22, 2010 at 1:31 pm
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Unfortunately not reaching its full potential. I blame Ryan's current workstation which is in dire need of upgrading. That tree should be the tradional sort with colored lights IMHO. I'm looking forward to what's produced when the system is suped up. Merry Christmas everyone! |
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| Andy |
| "Wonderful" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 10:21 pm
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Another great alternate. Nice one! :O) |
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| Gandalf |
| "Highland Yule " |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 7:04 pm
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FANTASTIC! |
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| dejerdejer |
| "All-time great!" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 6:09 pm
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Hands down the best Christmas wallpaper of all-time....i love it, excellent work! |
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| Phillip D |
| "Merry Christmas to you" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 5:57 pm
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great work excellent lighting |
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| Glenn |
| "Another Original!" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 2:39 pm
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What you must put up with as an artist (we fans) :)
I like this one and how it is such a twist on the Christmas tree; I don't want to see a regular Douglas Fir up there in lights--this one is much more unique.
As to echo two other comments below: I do think, as an alternate, that a tiny lit village on the shore of the lake would brighten (and charm) the rather dark quality of the lake.
Ryan: to you and your family, I wish you the Happiest of Holidays and a very healthy New Year! With many thanks for all your imaginative and wonderful art. |
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| Christian |
| "Excellent - picklejar village?" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 1:31 pm
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This is an excellent piece of work Ryan, which very quickly founds its way to my desktop.
I also agree with Gnat (below), a small lit up village next to the lake would be a fabulous addition (if it's not too much trouble) and would restore the perspective lost with the removal of the bird. :)
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| Eric |
| "Highland Yule" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 10:51 am
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A lit up Christmas tree would have fit perfectly up on that peak. The current wallpaper doesn't remind me of Christmas at all, but is nice nonetheless. |
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| Littlemom |
| "Highland Yule" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 10:19 am
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After your Magi render I find this one rather disappointing. Not enough lights on the tree and the tree isn't a traditional Christmas tree. Just not one I really like. But I do look forward to your next render. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Ryan to you and your family. |
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| Sebastian |
| "YES!" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 9:48 am
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After the rather disappointing Highland Winter (honest) you strike back with rave vengeance! |
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| Max_Power |
| "Highland Yule " |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 8:46 am
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God's peace to you and your family. |
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| Ben |
| "Best yet?" |
Tue December 21, 2010 at 2:36 am
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I think this might be my favourite of the highland series. Really really good, well done.
If only the dual screens where ready :( |
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| betsey |
| "can't believe I'm saying this" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 9:56 pm
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being a 4x3 stick in the mud I can't believe I like the wide-screen better--but for some reason....anyway--thanks so much!!! |
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| Chris B |
| "Charlie Brown" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 8:37 pm
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It reminds me of the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree! only better decorated lol |
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| Gnat |
| "'twould be neat..." |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 8:27 pm
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... to see a tiny town down by the lake lit up as well. |
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| Brian |
| "Love it" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 7:50 pm
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I really like this. It really completes the whole series. |
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| Michelle |
| "Aww, So nice!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 6:37 pm
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Makes me wonder though who 'decorated' it, and if they might not have wings! |
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| Dave T |
| "Awesome" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 5:57 pm
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Love it! Keep up the good work :-) |
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| Lidia |
| "Highland Yule" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 5:10 pm
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Nice; I really like this Highland version. |
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| Randy |
| "Bummer" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 4:51 pm
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Not the usual Christmas tree. 6, for the effort. |
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| Kristin |
| "That's more like it" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 3:29 pm
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I must say, that I like this version better than the actual Highland Winter. Very well done. |
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| Topher |
| "double dose" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 3:09 pm
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I wait all year long for your Christmas wallpapers, they're my absolute favorites. This is a special treat, I really appreciate it. |
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| Dave |
| "Highland Night" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 2:30 pm
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I know you were probably expecting this, but how about a night version without the tree lit up? |
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| Geep |
| "Really cute!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 2:28 pm
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This is a really cute idea, and fits perfectly along with the rest of the "Highlands". :) |
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| Brandi |
| "Perfect" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 1:49 pm
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What a perfect addition to your Christmas scenes and to the Highland series. Totally makes sense you'd do this. |
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| Hunter |
| "Happy Christmas" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 1:06 pm
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I kind of laughed when I first saw it... maybe because it's such a random place for a decorated tree, or maybe it's because I should have seen this one coming.
Either way, I like this one a lot - I just hope the dual screen will be done before Christmas! |
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| Josh |
| "Nice!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 11:25 am
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I cordially accept yet another version of the Highland series because this one is actually really clever, cute, unique and really puts a twist on the theme. This one is really special. Good work and happy holidays! |
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| Gordon |
| "Thanks for the present...." |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 10:58 am
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It doesn't lack any beauty. Thanks for the early Christmas present. Can't wait for more... |
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| Terry |
| "Highland" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 10:37 am
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Really like it, it'll be on the desktop until the new year :) I hope you and your family have a Happy Christmas Ryan |
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| Dan |
| "YES!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 9:56 am
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Highland has always been my favorite image! And Christmas is my favorite holiday! The two came together in one amazing picture!
This is just fantastic. Great work. |
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| Joe |
| "Nice" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 9:42 am
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I like it overall, but it lacks the beauty of the other Highland scenes, since the background is so important to the image, in my opinion. Song of the Sky will stay on my desktop. |
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| Gerry |
| "Great seasonal image!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 9:30 am
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I've been looking for a nice Celtic-flavored holiday image, and this one fits perfectly. This is an elegant image that captures both the beauty of nature and the wonder of the season. Nice work! |
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| Greg in CA |
| "Yay! Christmas!" |
Mon December 20, 2010 at 9:04 am
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I was hoping for one more Christmas image, thanks Ryan! I wonder how long the extension cord is for that tree...? |
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