Hey I'm Mike. I've been following Shapeways for a while but haven't been active enough in the forums. I began watching Blender tutorials last year and was eventually able to create simple models, I still have a lot to learn. I have a background in CAD and graphic design but this is a new way of thinking for me. I'm really impressed with the stuff I see people printing on here. Later!
I'm a graphic designer for print, but as a contractor we make whatever they ask for from wall displays to awards and videos.