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Title: Budgie and Penguinman's Projects
Description: again, because the other one died :(


Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:37 PM (GMT)
Since our other topic got the weird losing posts bug, here they all are again!



Today we use the periodic table to display the basic elements which form everything we know. However, long before the periodic table there were many other lists of elements believed to form the world. The ideas of elements were wide-spread in Asia from India to China and formed the basis of two major religions: Buddhism and Hinduism. One of the most famous lists, commonly termed the "Classical Elements", was formalized by Plato and consists of Fire, Earth, Air and Water. We have created a set of objects to represent these 4 elements and the various objects and shapes associated with them, as well as a few of our own.

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Modeling: Penguinman
Skinning: Budgielover101

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:38 PM (GMT)
Life

Life is perhaps one of the most difficult concepts to understand, yet governs much of the world we see. Most scientists agree upon a set of 7 standards that all living things qualify for, such as adaptation, cells, DNA and reproduction. Everything from plants to animals to bacteria are living organisms which change and affect nearly everything we know. Earth is the only planet known to harbor life, however there are models about likelihood of extraterrestrial life, and even theories that life came to Earth from space.

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This fountain, instead of cycling water, has blood running through it. The blood, however, does not simply allow gravity to pull it down, but cycles through a falling and rising motion, much as blood runs though veins as it is pumped by the heart. In addition, this blood emanates from a floating orb in the center. This orb, as well as the cycle of blood, helps to represent the circular form of life and how everything is connected. In addition, the flower of life is depicted on the floating orb. This shape consists of overlapping circles to form a flower-like pattern. This flower has been seen in may different places from Egypt to Japan and Peru, as well as Christianity. The flower can also be split or modified to form other shapes such as the seed of life, tripod of life and the tree of life, and was studied by Leonardo Da Vinci for its various mathematical properties. All together this fountain shows many aspects of life that we see and will keep cycling forward and backwards without stop.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:39 PM (GMT)
Death

Death is the biological and permanent end of life for an organism, and can be caused by a numerous array of sources. What happens after death is a mystery, and is often one of the most fundamental bases of a religion. Also due to this mystery is a quite common fear of death and what one will find after it, leading to numerous myths, legends and stories about it.

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To represent death, we have created a mystic lamp with a deathly black flame. The flame itself can represent the fire that burns inside of a corpse replacing the spark that kept the being alive. On the spikes sticking up from the ground are various symbols that represent death. A few of the symbols are the "Grim Reaper" which is the personification of death and shown in many religions. The other symbols are bones and skulls, which are usually the last parts of a dead body to decompose making them common symbols of death.

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:41 PM (GMT)
Air

Being one of the "classical elements", air is widely known and commonly makes up all the space around us. This fits as the word itself derived from the Latin spirare meaning "to breathe", which of course is one of our main interactions with the element. The element was very important in Greece where Plato associated it with the octahedron and called it hot and wet. It also exists in Japanese, Bön, Buddhist, Hindu and New Zealand traditions but remained surprisingly absent in the culture of ancient China.

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For our creation we created a transparent orb which floats above the guests, becoming part of the air around it. From this orb a mist will come out periodically to form a cloud, a common symbol of air as they hover in the sky above. Guests will be delighted to walk beneath them and see the clouds created on tours which can be cleverly added to enhance exhibits.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:41 PM (GMT)
Earth

Also one of the "classical elements", earth is commonly seen as the opposite of air and is incorporated into many cultures as well such as Japanese, Chinese, Greek, Roman, Hinduism, Buddhism, and more. Artistotle described the earth as cold and dry and Plato associated it the the cube. Many consider metal as part of the earth element, however the Chinese regard both as two distinct ones. It commonly refers to the components that make up the ground such as dirt, mud, rock, and stone which form the foundation of the planet we live on.

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The object we created to represent this element is a bench that guests can sit on to view animals or to take a rest. The guests sit upon a stone foundation with an overhanging slab towering above. On this slab are stalactites hanging down to give the appearance that the guest is sitting inside a cavern. Together these features make this bench blend into the environment surrounding it while still allowing a place for guests to rest.

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:42 PM (GMT)
Light and Dark

Light is formed by an object as it sends out a "package" of light called a photon, meaning that darkness is simply the absence or low amount of these original light sources. Before this was known, however, many cultures developed and explored their own theories on how light worked. Ancient Indians, for instance, considered light as one of the "subtle" elements that makes up the other elements. In Ancient Greece, they started by believing that there was a fire lit in people's eyes which allowed them to see. Due to the limit in sight, many cultures associated night and darkness with monsters, fright and death.

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Our objects to represent these elements are a pair of arches. Each one depicts a similar scene, but with one at night, and one during the day. In the center of the arch is an emitter which spreads out a yellow glow in the light arch and a black glow in the darkness arch. In addition, these emitters will spray a yellow mist in the light arch and a black mist in the dark arch periodically.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:42 PM (GMT)
Metal

Metal is one of the five elements from Ancient China and refers to stability and organization in Feng Shui. For the Chinese, the most common examples were gold and silver, but other metals played a role as well. Today, metals are clearly defined as substances containing only elements from a predetermined set -- mainly located on the left side of the periodic table. Metal has been used for buildings, weapons, jewelery and more for many years including the Ancient Egyptians, Mayans, Israeli Tribes and Chinese.

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To display this element, we have created a path for guests to walk on. This, in and of itself, shows the stability and organization that the Chinese associated with metal by providing a solid foundation for guests to walk on and organizing the zoo into the best areas for guests to go. The path itself depicts metal and is silver to represent one of the two commonly associated colors. To show the other color, gold, spires rise up from the edges every square to tower above the guests. This also shows the stability and gives an impressive and extravagant feel to the path.

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:43 PM (GMT)
Wood

Wood is also one of the five elements from Ancient China and plays a role in Feng Shui, it is considered to bring about spring and the growth of life, growth and expansion. Wood is literally the material found on "woody" plants; mainly trees but sometimes shrubs. This wood is formed as each year a layer is grown on top of the previous layer, creating the famous rings of a tree. Wood has been used since the dawn of civilization for shelter, buildings, and later paper. Without wood, much of what we do today would be obsolete.

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To describe the element wood, we have created a viewing canopy. For the posts holding it up, 4 trees tower overhead, and in between these trees thick branches create a canopy above the guests. This effect mirrors the shelter that forests provide people as it shades and comforts the guests. In addition, the sight that one can see from the top of a tree is mirrored by the view that the guests can get of the animals from under the canopy.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:43 PM (GMT)
Flora

Flora is an element only documented in the Maori tradition, therefore there is not much information on the spiritual beliefs of the element. However, it was considered a neutral element which was lukewarm and moist. All of the other elements of Maori tradition (the "classic" elements) were considered to cause some kind of natural disaster, but flora was the element of serenity and peace. Today, flora refers to the set of plant species of an area or time period, often divided into natural and introduced flora.

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To show this element, we created a flora donation box. To make this donation box seem as serene as possible, we used a variety of flowers and colors to add beauty and color to the area. Behind the box, there is a fern which is also a common plant in the forests of New Zealand -- a plant which the Maori would have encountered often. All together, this box exemplifies the serenity and peacefulness which flora was to those ancient people of New Zealand.

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:44 PM (GMT)
Space

Space is one of a few objects used to demonstrate the element aether, essentially the unknown. Space is and has always been one of the biggest mysteries of mankind. From the beginning people wondered what was out there and what the shimmering dots in an otherwise black sky could possibly be. Many theories formed from the earliest time, and stars and other celestial bodies were studied frequently. Today, we have a good understanding of what stars are, but there is still so many things in space that we don't understand and maybe never will.

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We have created a set of fences to demonstrate space. Depicted on the fence is images of space such as stars and galaxies as if one was gazing into the night sky. In the windowed version, slight stars are viewable in the glass as well. The posts between fence panels are extra high and tower above the guests, as if reaching into the heavens above.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:44 PM (GMT)
Shadow

This is one of a few objects used to demonstrate the element aether, essentially the unknown. Shadows are the areas of darkness created when an object blocks the light emitted from a source. The area is in the same shape as the blocking object and often has less colorful and far darker features. In addition, silhouettes can be formed when the light emitter is on the direct other side of an object viewed. Shadows have many mythological connotations, often of mystery, death and ghosts due to it's darker and intimidating nature.
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To demonstrate shadow, we have created a trash can. The entire can is partially transparent, giving the illusion that it is a shadow without a parent object. Along the rim of the can, silhouettes if animals are shown to make it fit into the zoo theme. Finally, when a guest places trash into the can, it disappears forever into the shadows beyond. In these ways, the shadow can epitomizes the mystery of shadows and saves a bit of work for your maintenance workers ;).

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:45 PM (GMT)
Poison

Poison is a substance which will cause damage, death, or illness to an organism if the right amounts are administered. There are many natural substances which can be poisons such as mercury and lead, as well as toxins made by organisms such as venom. Poisons have been used by humans for murder as well as drugs in such cases as illegal drugs and cigarettes. Because of this, poisons have very fearful, scary and superstitions connotations, furthered by the frightening symbol of poison: a skull and crossbones.

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Our object to represent poison is a tour object pond. However, in the pond the water has been defiled with poison and is a bright green color, giving signs of disease and death. In addition to this, bones have been placed on the death black rocks around the pond. These show the death and fear that comes from poison, and help to show the symbol of poison: bones. With all of this, the pond is sure to give your guests a fright when they see it on tours!

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:51 PM (GMT)
Electricity

Electricity is one of a few elements made to represent aether, essentially the unknown. Electricity comes in many different forms, but one of the most influential forms for ancient peoples is the static electricity that comes in the shape of lightening. Quite simply put, lightening is the discharge of electricity, often during thunderstorms between clouds and the ground. This dramatic setting for such a mysterious thing has lead it to be incorporated into mythologies and superstitions in many locations. The Greeks, for instance, imagined their head god Zeus hurtling bolts of lightening to the ground from his perch in the clouds.
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To represent electricity, we have created a set of binoculars for the guests to enjoy. The binoculars are covered in images of lightening, and come in many different colors to mirror the many colors lightening can appear in real life. In addition, a small cloud floats effortlessly above the binoculars where it churns away creating a storm. From this cloud, many bolts of lightening travel down and strike the binoculars.

penguinman - September 24, 2007 11:53 PM (GMT)
Fire

Fire is one of the most famous elements and is considered one of the classic ones. It is described as being hot and dry, and has been used in many religions including the ancient Japanese, Chinese, Greeks and Indians. It has been a source of mystery due to its mysterious, flickering nature, its destructive intents but also its valuable heat. Because of this, it has been easy for people to come up with myths, stories and legends about this incredible substance.

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To display fire, we have created a stone basin with flames erupting inside of it. In addition, liquid fire pours down from above and fills the basin with its heat. Sitting and basking inside of the fire is one of the creatures associated with the element: a phoenix. Behind the basin are two swords which together form part of the outline of a triangle facing up, the symbol of fire. These swords are the tarot symbol that represents fire, and also shows the destruction which fire can cause. This statue is sure to show the guests the various properties of the element.

Budgielover101 - September 24, 2007 11:53 PM (GMT)
Water

Water, the opposite of fire, is one of the famous, classical elements. It is described as being cold and wet and is an essential part of life. People require it to drink in order to stay alive, yet fear it when it comes in the forms of a tidal wave, storm or flood. In this way, it nourishes all life, yet is unforgiving to those lives which it takes. The symbol for water is a downwards pointing triangle, and it is associated with the tarot suit of cups. It has been included in numerous stories and myths from people throughout the world, including such famous ones as Noah's Ark.
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For this element, we have created the final piece of scenery needed, a table. This table allows people to eat and drink, symbolizing the nourishment which water provides. Above the people, instead of the normal umbrella, billows of water pour in a fountain above. The table is suspended in the air, as if floating on water, and small streams of water run down the sides of the stones which the guests sit upon.

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Thank you very much for following this project! We hope you will enjoy it and it should be up for download as a pack soon. If you would like just one or two specific objects instead of the whole pack, we might be able to upload them separately or else email them to you. We greatly appreciate all your comments!! :D

catc - September 25, 2007 12:00 AM (GMT)
Wow guys, this all came out really amazing!! The water table just left me in awe, I can't stop looking at it! lol Same with every one of the other objects, every time a new one was posted, I just couldn't believe all the depth you guys put into making this pack as extroardinary as possible!! I'll be waiting patiently for this pack to be released!

AniSkyOkami - September 25, 2007 12:19 AM (GMT)
Like I said on the glitched out one..

Fantastic projects! You guys are a dynamic dou-o, I don't know how to spell that, but anyways, you guys are extreamly good at designing! You should give us newbies and experienced designers tips! Fantasico! :lol: :nod: :wub: :thumbsup: Well, when are you planning to release all this? :confused:

SeaWorldGurl1 - September 25, 2007 12:20 AM (GMT)
*dies* I am downloading all of this for sure! I really really... really like the water table. Of course, that's not a surprise considering I spend alot of time IN the water. LOL! XD

AniSkyOkami - September 25, 2007 07:42 PM (GMT)
I really like the Flora, Electricity, Dark, Water, and Fire! :nod: :wub:

Animalover44 - September 26, 2007 01:32 AM (GMT)
I love everything! I missed some stuff before but I'm glad that I could catch up! :nod:

AniSkyOkami - September 26, 2007 07:37 PM (GMT)
OMG!! This project is a total masterpiece! you guys should work for blue fang!

Tiger Lily - October 4, 2007 05:15 PM (GMT)
OMG I love it!

You are very good.

Sunny - October 11, 2007 06:49 PM (GMT)
I love it too yery good and wonderful objects!!!!!!1

adam1990 - October 13, 2007 07:24 PM (GMT)
Great use of the elements.

hampton1 - October 13, 2007 09:28 PM (GMT)
OMG :o I am sooooo excited once I go to my dads I'm downloading this for sure! (when its out of corse)!

ShenTirag - October 13, 2007 09:35 PM (GMT)
It's already out, I have it and love it :)

paardjee - October 20, 2007 07:12 PM (GMT)
I have it to but some of the objects don't work if I klick them my game crashes this isn't fun.. I want to have them to work because I really love what you've made.. can you please fix the problms?

Budgielover101 - October 21, 2007 12:43 AM (GMT)
Could you tell us which objects aren't working? Also which expansions do you have? Some of the objects require the Endangered Species Expansion and won't work without it.

Tazzie Tiger99 - October 21, 2007 11:54 PM (GMT)
is the rain with the binocs environmental rain or tain from the binocs

like i am wondering if it is part of somethin from EA or not??

penguinman - October 22, 2007 01:45 AM (GMT)
It's actually just the splash made when placing something into water ;)

Tiger Lily - October 30, 2007 07:29 PM (GMT)
I have the pack and i love it! :wub:

Luna Sundiver - October 30, 2007 07:42 PM (GMT)
QUOTE (Tiger Lily @ Oct 30 2007, 07:29 PM)
I have the pack and i love it! :wub:

Same here! :D My particular favourite things are the water table, the fire statue, the light and dark arches, and the shadow trashcan. :thumbsup: Great work!

ZT2FANATIC1193 - December 18, 2007 09:14 PM (GMT)
oh my gosh! this magnum opus is amazing! such detail! everything about each object is perfect! you guys are amazing! :aww:

Jar Head667 - January 15, 2008 02:10 AM (GMT)
really good job guys!

Jijaba - August 16, 2008 08:53 PM (GMT)
I,I,I can`t think of a way to thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :S :(
I wish I could,this was my face when I saw the objects: :ohnoes:
My mouth was right open I was so mased!!For the rest who wants it,go here
The entire pack is one download!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :beaver:

Animal kid - August 18, 2008 07:39 AM (GMT)
my favourite thing is the air orb

zt2kid - September 1, 2008 06:46 PM (GMT)
QUOTE (penguinman @ Sep 24 2007, 11:45 PM)

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Where'd you get the dead trees? Please reply,

Thanks,
zt2kid

Realy - September 1, 2008 09:00 PM (GMT)
Why do you reply in a topic that was having it last reply in Jan 15 2008???? It is really annoying you post in a dead topic.

P.S: Sorry for backseating mod

Budgielover101 - September 2, 2008 06:26 AM (GMT)
The dead trees are from the Design Team's Tundra pack at Zoo Admin, but unfortunately the site is down at the moment.




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