rendered, as in CGI/raytraced?
well, I did this
www.jigsawlounge.co.uk/kungfu/misc/lambda-altair-big.jpg
( Moon Girl Technologies horrendous beanbag, Sat 13 Jun 2009, 20:00, archived)

clever
I only do abstract stuff in 3D/CGI

I can make decent models if given enough time, but I know sod all about proper lighting
( custard, Sat 13 Jun 2009, 20:02, archived)