In the tranquil darkness of the country night, a man finds a quiet moment to himself, leaning back against a wooden column with a cigarette. The backdrop features a warmly lit wooden cabin, evoking a serene, country ambiance. Nearby, his pickup truck blends into the night, underscoring the solitude of the scene. This composition captures a solitary moment of reflection, where time seems to pause.

No Photoshop. No AI. Just DAZ3D and minor adjustments in Affinity Photo.

This was a render I made for an old contest: THE ART OF LIGHT RENDER CONTEST

I didn't even make it to Honorable mention. It was such a letdown, I almost quit RENDERHUB contests after this.

Outfit was entirely made with Marvelous Designer!

Link: https://www.renderhub.com/forum/7319/smoke-break