I was reading the AM: A Complete Guide and they explain how to use the gamma, alpha , and magnitude to achieve a smooth surface. So I began to look at the Sir Nigel model and I really appreciate just how smooth the face is; even with as many cp's to create the definition. I've gotten to the point where I can eliminate creases and place hooks in place of a 5 point patch but my next goal is to achieve that same smoothness. The porcelain material for me is just a check tool to make sure I don't have any creases. thanks for your post.