Off the Coast of Gibraltar by kenwas
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Description
The USS Constitution ventured into the Mediterranean in 1803 when she was only 6 years old. Her mission was to threaten and disrupt the activities of the Barbary Coast pirates. Although she was only a 4th rate by British standards (44 to 54 guns), she was very fast (13 + knots whish is about 15+ mph) and carried more sail that most frigates of that class on her extremely large masts and yards. She carried a crew of 250 plus or minus.
The scene depicts the Constitution having passed by a British first rate (100 + guns) ship of the line which had a top speed of 8+ knots 0r 9+ mph and a crew of 850. Although the British and Americans were at peace at this time, the British would have a keen interest in this super frigate of the young American Navy.
A few years later, 1812, they would have the opportunity to find out exactly how troublesome this ship could be. They would loose 4 engagements to her in that brief war.
Ful view suggested
Vue 7.5, Poser, Painter
Comments (63)
Fantastic render!
Excellent as always. 5*
wonderfull work mate x
This one's beautiful, Ken! Well done!
Hey, excellent one (how surprising). And with a smiling eye I see the word Painter here. Nice!
wow, the water is wonderful. you can almost taste the salt in the air. well done.
Stunning scene.. Outstanding details.. Amazing.. Rob
Haughtiness... Bravo!
Wonderful artwork!
A marvelous pov here, full of action. I was astounded by how large the crews were on these massive ships. Fine work. CC
Awesome pic. And thank you for the story behind it as well as the history. Full size view is a must. Love the water FX as she slices through.
Incredible! Great!
Once again absolutely awesome!
Your water is getting impossibly good. I can't tell that it isn't real. Wonderful image and story.
A perfect image..top marks
What an outstanding image, Ken! I'm very impressed by the top quality level of the waves you've created in foreground! Truly exceptional!!
the water is outstanding as well the models.I could have sworn that some mist hit my face
Fabulous work in Vue. Very well done sea atmosphere!!! 5+
very fine work!
Like the set up of this render very much! Fine water work too.
Awesome work.
excellent as ever. :-))))
Wonderful scene, superb work on the waves and sea textures. Fantastic!!
fantastic sea-work!
Exciting and impressive scene! Great details and texture!
Amazing level of detail in the water, Master Ken.
Very nice indeed, especially the water.
what to say... a gem!
So cool!! Very realistic and splendid composition!! Great work!!
Excellent historical art!