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Software for 3D imaging?

I am looking to get into three dimensional artwork, but I'm afraid I'm completely new to it. What is the best free program out there for beginners for creating three dimensional renderings? Also, how log would it take a 2.0GHz computer with no graphics card to render a decent sized model? (It has about 1GB of ram)

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1. If you want a good free 3d program then BLENDER is what you're looking for. I've been using it for years, and it's surprised me many times with what it's capable of doing. Blender is a modelling, animating and rendering program. You can customize your windows and it has many hotkeys that will save you plenty of work time once you get used to it. The armature system is great too. It also has a game engine with which you can make your own games. I'm not sure how long a "good" render would take on your machine. It always depends on how many lights and polygons are involved, and whether you use YafRay or Blender's internal renderer. You should also consider getting a graphics card. It won't help with the rendering (I don't think), but it will speed up your 3D interface like nobody's business. On the website you'll find many beginner, intermediate and advanced tutorials that will help you get on your way quickly. Good luck! http://www.blender.org