Art & Design – Scopique’s

Maybe Taking on Unreal Engine

Scopique March 19, 2026

Although I can composite in Blender, Unreal Engine's use in movies and TV has me wondering if it might be a useful -- if excessive -- tool for me to learn.

Blender Render: The Reconciliation

Scopique March 2, 2026

A horrible explanation of the story behind "The Reconciliation" render, both official and personal.

Breakdown: Nothing Can Save Us

Scopique November 25, 2025

My usual post-mortem breakdown of my Blender work, this one with a "disturbing image" disclaimer applied.

Up Next?

Scopique November 21, 2025

Thinking about my next Blender project, I wonder if it might not be better suited as a jumping-off point to finally learn Unreal Engine.

Throwback to Simpler Times

Scopique November 14, 2025

Two models that I think came out pretty nice, although they won't be used for their original intent.

Continuing as the Best Equipped Non Streamer Ever

Scopique November 6, 2025

Talking about my investigation into separating the art from the artist by employing my phone as an external webcam to record external video for gameplay recordings.

Fake it While You Make It

Scopique October 27, 2025

Making videos is fun, but I feel that there's something _missing_ that I can't identify.

Grab Bag for Wednesday, October 15th

Scopique October 15, 2025

Random garbage from me to you: 3D printing, Home Assistant, Streamdeck setups, and a pretty good Star Trek game demo.

Ah Yes, My Old Enemy: Lighting

Scopique October 5, 2025

I like the composition. I'm happy with the concept. It's the LIGHTING that I feel ruins the whole project.

Grab Bag for the Week Ending August 16, 2025

Scopique August 17, 2025

Yes, Alien: Earth, but also World of Warcraft returns from cryo, a gripe about complex software without instructions, and Star Citizen's 4.3 patch arrives.