Thanks Bob for noticing my Latin motto, also, you were right about the square reflection. It was bothering me too. Here's an edited edition. Thanks

Thanks.

Thank you.

Gracias.

Much appreciated.

Thank you George.
Make sure it's as convincing and believable as possible. Even in hi-res people should have a hard time determining if the photo is fake or not. That's what the contest description said, right?

Thanks "Z," i have been trying to learn the 3D aspect of photoshop. There is a considerable learning curve and a lot of work put into generating these models. Give it a try.

I tried several times to open the 3d segment of photoshop... just a few seconds. Gave me headache! So I'm full of admiration for those who can make something out of this fierce interface

CONTEST GOAL:
The title pretty much explains it. Find any tutorial on the internet and follow it (and possibly give it your own interpretation). Don't forget to mention the tutorial you interpreted.
Do NOT do the tutorial by the letter but give it your own twist. Using the given sources at your tutorial may NOT be used; find your own!

So, I gave it my own twist. Thanks.

Look at my step by step.