Owlman, have you checked out the DOGA program yet? If not do a search for it. It is one of the easiest graphics programs out. In fact, many ship sets here have been created using it.
I took me about 15 minutes to figure it out, and once I did, I was off and running. I know nothing about graphics programs but I found DOGA to be so very easy to use. VERY EASY.
I am learning MovRay right now, and it is a great program. Time consuming for me, as RL is a pain in the arse.
If you want an example of what DOGA can do, just look at some of the Slaanesh, the B5 race Hyach, or races I've made, the Andorian's, Hirogen, Kazon, Illuminati, Doppleganger, Starwolf, UFA, and a few ships for the Vulcans, and Ferengi.
EDIT
I added the DOGO info to the bottom of the Sticky
Most Important Sites.
[ July 16, 2002, 10:31: Message edited by: Atrocities ]