Freebie Challenge May 2026 - "Lies and Truth" - Main Thread
The truth is a true statement about reality, said with the intent to be honest with the other person; a lie is a false statement said with the intent to intentionally deceive the other person. This general definition clashes with everyday reality: how often do we say false things, believing in good faith that they are true? How often do we lie to avoid trouble or for what is considered a good thing? How often do we lie for profit? Have you ever lied to your boss, your mom or dad, your wife or husband or your friends? Have you ever told your teacher that the dog ate your homework? Have you ever told the shopkeeper that the ball that broke his window wasn't yours? Have you ever said you're 25 and not 40? Have you ever told your friend that her ugly dress is beautiful? Share your opinions and/or experiences with truth and lies. I look forward to receiving your many beautiful renderings.
Some useful links for the Contest
The KindredArts Free Resource Repo Here are the KindredsArt freebies and a rich list of sites that host freebies
Free 3D Models Link to DAZ's bi-weekly freebies
Limited Time Freebies Discussion Thread A thread under the Commons section of the forum, where DAZ's biweekly freebies are announced and, recently, even listed. It's useful for remembering which freebies were added and when.
The rules of the contest are:
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Your entry must be a new render, especially made for this challenge.
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Your entry must follow the DAZ TOS.
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You may enter a maximum of 4 entries.
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A minimum of five (5) Freebies must be included in your image
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All Daz Bi-Weekly Freebies are allowed throughout the entire month in which they are free, as well as the following month (for a total of 2 months).
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You may use a maximum of 5 paid items.
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Base figures (Genesis 9, Genesis 8, etc.) as well as their basic morph packs may be used as needed. They do not count as either paid items or freebies.
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DAZ Studio, Poser, Bryce, Carrara, Hexagon, and Blender are allowed.
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DAZ AI Studio is not allowed. The use of image generating AI technology (midjourney, stable diffusion, etc.) is not allowed in any form.
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Postwork is allowed. You must also include the raw render (before postwork) of your entry.
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For a more detailed version of the rules see the PDF attached to this post; or ask your question in this thread, we're always happy to clarify!
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Let's have fun and be creative with all the amazing resources that are available for free!
This contest ends on May 31st 2026.
Post your images and freebie links in this thread for link verification.
Once the links are verified, you can post your image and links in Entries Thread for judging.
First Place: $15 store credit from KindredArts
Second Place: $10 store credit from KindredArts
Third Place: $5 store credit from KindredArts
Past Freebie Contests:
January 2022 - Around and around and around...
February 2022 - Mysteries of the heart
March 2022- Luck Of The Draw
April 2022 - New Beginnings
May 2022 - Cozy Corner
June/July 2022 - The Secret Life Of...
August 2022- Sniff, sniff... what's that smell?
September 2022-Cars Cars and More Cars
October 2022 - Horror Movies
November 2022 - Thieves, Robbers, and Fraudsters all around!
December 2022 - The Night is Darkest...
January 2023 Speed Demons and Slowpokes
February 2023- I See Red
March / April 2023 Magical
May 2023 - Sweet Music
June/July 2023 Holes, Gaps, Caves, Tunnels
August 2023 Fabulous Pink
September 2023 Gardening
October 2023 Hallowed Night
November 2023 Wobble, jiggle, sway, and shake
December 2023 / January 2024 Driving Home For...
February 2024 The Glow Up
March 2024 Power Source
April/Mai 2024 Soft as Plush, Smooth as Silk
June 2024 An Octopus' Garden
July/August 2024 Take A Break
September 2024 Fake Smiles and Real Joy
October 2024 "Monster Mash '24!"
November 2024 - Dreams
December 2024 - A Curious Christmas
January 2025 - Thank you, Saphirewild!
February 2025 - My Hallowed Valentine
March 2025 - Pride, Prejudice and other Shenanigans
April 2025 - The Little Ball of Calm
May 2025 - To Be Beautiful
June 2025 - Summer and Piracy
July 2025 - Design a Book Cover
August 2025 - Pure Cinema
September 2025 - Holiday Memories
October 2025 - Monster Mash!
November 2025 - The Winter Witch
December 2025 - Christmas!
January 2026 - When One Door Closes, Another Opens
February 2026 - Stronger Than You Think
March 2026 - The big blue
April 2026 - Free for All
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Comments
emanuela1 That's a very fitting render. Nice capture!
Thank you SapphireBlue, I hope to see your renders here:)
Hello everyone!!
I am back for a while not going to be doing the hosting for this challenge but I will be entering it from time to time.
I am sure looking forward to seeing all your amazing renders!!!
Welcome back!
Hi Saphirewild I'm really glad you're back!
Hi Saphirewild I hope you change your mind about keeping this forum and come back to the team!
I changed the resolution of the presentation image because I noticed it looked distorted on smaller laptops.
I'm sorry, but I can't create the image to insert into the signature because I'm not able to do it.
How do I know what was free 5 weeks ago?
Hi jmucchiello, every two weeks, new freebies replace old ones, but there's a thread in the Commons section of the forum called "Limited Time Freebies Discussion Thread" that updates the release of new freebies every two weeks, along with the complete list of freebies from that release. To find the list of freebies released five weeks ago, you can scroll back through the posts to the desired date and find the list. Here's the link to the thread: https://www.daz3d.com/forums/discussion/116146/limited-time-freebies-discussion-thread#latest
Limited Time Freebies Discussion Thread
Is that link above and I missed it? Should probably be included as part of each contest. Just a suggestion.
Thanks for the link.
Normally, there's a thread also in the freebies forum announcing new freebies, but without a list.
Adding help links is a good suggestion, thanks.
I may have found a way to add an image to the signature
To add a banner of the contest please insert in Signature Settings (Source button activated):
<p><a href="https://www.daz3d.com/forums/discussion/761056/freebie-challenge-may-2026-lies-and-truth-main-thread"><img alt="";
src=https://www.daz3d.com/forums/uploads/FileUpload/8f/85201980100b49d9f4a023478fb7d0.png"; /></a></p>
Do you like my new dress, love?
"Oh,sure, darling, I love it!" ("Nah, it's terrible!")
No count:
G8F
G8M
Free table,vase and candle by Cybrea no longer available.
Freebies:
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/77693/my-son-bed
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/79558/2018-hifi-part-5
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/99761/10-sunsets (in the screen)
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/82979/a-few-books-hardbacks-for-daz-studio-4
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/82574/hydrangea
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/93806/animal-print-rugs
https://www.renderhub.com/omni-moulage/asian-joconde-picture
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/90831/sweets-jar
https://www.deviantart.com/amyaimei/art/Maneki-Neko-DAZ-Studio-1121569468
https://www.renderhub.com/melovephoto/kk-kate-character-for-genesis-8-8-1-female
https://www.renderhub.com/checkertoo/free-ana-hair-for-g8f
https://www.deviantart.com/amyaimei/art/My-Heart-Necklace-for-Genesis-8-Female-729010047
https://www.most-digital-creations.com/g8f_beautiful_dress.php
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/89338/beautiful-dress-additional-textures
https://www.renderhub.com/stormlux18/henry-of-skalitz-g8
https://www.renderhub.com/rango2001/r3d-cargo-pants-for-g8m-and-g9-figures-daz-studio
https://www.renderhub.com/rango2001/r3d-casual-t-shirt-for-genesis-8-male-daz-3d-free
https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/93806/animal-print-rugs This link doesn't work, but the freebies you put are a lot, much more than the minimum, so it's approved, send to the entry thread.
Entry approved, please move to entries thread!
Mirrors Show the Truth
Free
VFox Chloe for Genesis 8 Female (October Gift): https://www.renderhub.com/vfoxgames/vfox-chloe-for-genesis-8-female
dForce_French Twist Hair for Genesis 8 Female(s): https://www.renderosity.com/rr/mod/freestuff/dforce-french-twist-hair-for-genesis-8-female-s-/81937
Upgrade G3 Ball Gown for G8 Female: https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/77760/upgrade-g3-ball-gown-for-g8-female
Medieval Hovel: https://www.renderosity.com/freestuff/items/85194/medieval-hovel
(TA) Rose Ring for Genesis 8 and 8.1 Female (Gift 2025): https://www.renderhub.com/tark-ark/ta-rose-ring-for-genesis-8-and-8-1-female-gift-2025
Celtic Jewelry for Genesis 8 and 9 (necklace): https://3dshards.com/product/celtic-jewelry-for-genesis-8-and-9/
OnFleek for Genesis 3 & 8 Female(s) (eye materials): https://shop.aprilsvanity.com/onfleek-for-genesis-3-8-female-s.html
No Count
Baroque Mirror - was free, can't find anymore, default shaders
Paid
Nam Terror Set for Genesis 8 Female (skin for reflection): https://www.daz3d.com/nam-terror-set-for-genesis-8-female
Entry approved, please move to entries thread!