I am a developing artist working on improving my abilities to create beautiful digital landscape compositions. Without the help and suggestions of the many fellow artists in this community, it would be a long time before I reach the next level.
BIO
I am a retired procurement professional who has long had an interest in photography and painting; and, lately in computers and photorealistic natural landscapes. I hope to become more proficient and perfect my abilities to produce acceptable work. My experience in art started at a very early age when I would spend many hours sketching and painting. I had instruction at The Art Institute in Chicago, Illinois. I did some freelance work for Flying Models, Model Airplane News and Top Flite Models creating plans and illustrative construction sequences for magazines and kit models. I had spent more than 20 years designing, building and flying radio controlled model airplanes...a very rewarding hobby for me. During the 1970s, I spent 11 years in the hobby of "bonsai"; the Japanese art of miniature trees. In my first 7 tree entry in a contest, all 7 trees were awarded ribbons in various categories. Japanese landscaping became a passion for me where I completed a 3 year project creating a Japanese landscape around my home in Oak Forest, Illinois. I also did this work for several other people in our community. In 1987 I moved to Phoenix, Arizona where I currently make my home. The love of the American southwest and all its beauty is where I wanted to spend the rest of my life. Now that we have computers, digital cameras; and, Terragen; I'll have enough to do for a long, long time.
Comments (45)
Coppens
Graceful dedication of this wonderful image! An instant classic, impeccably rendered!
steve100
Excellent work, I am sure he will like it.
jtag
OMG! Superbe PW and terrain surface (same colours)! All perfect and realistic! V
Phylloxera
Tr joli terrain, de belles sufaces, rocheuses, sableuses et heubeuses ! Domage en ce qui me concerne qu'il y ait une strate blanche tr rectiligne et trop marqu au centre de l'image (question de go) reste une tr belle rlisation !
martinjbirk
a wonderful dedication. i love the details and the mood. excellent artwork Bob!
superza
This is a beautifull place to remember. Excellent One!
Fahrenheit451
A masterful & loving dedication!
azrabella
Sorry to hear this very bad news. Image is up there with your very best, though. (I can't see the join.) Excellent blending.
shantay
A touching dedication for your brother-in-law, Bob, this is a very beautiful image for him. From the great PW to the realistic terrain and surface...I like all the little details in it. Masterful work!V
RubyDancingmoon
There could be no better dedication.
Zazie
Very sad news Bob. Your dedication is beautiful ! Mood, surface, terrain, atmo...everything is most excellent !
wholehog
A beautiful and thoughtful dedication Bob.
hillrunner
Beautiful render and dedication
athesdan
sorry for your friend . superb work and dedication
abreojos
Wow, to have a brother-in-law and friend for 50 years is quite an accomplishment! So sorry for your loss. To create a scene with a buzzard in it, you must know it would give Bob a chuckle!
doneydonydone
a masterful dedication to your friend! this is the way to let out the feelings -with the beautiful soft colour scheme - perfect integration of the photo - terrain is top class as are the surfaces - sorry for your loss Bob
Nod
Stunning.
sandpiper6
Absolutely gorgeous scenery..The postwork fits in perfectly. My sympathies for your loss.
JPSoft
This is beautiful Bob.
Dotthy
Sorry to hear that sad news Bob, my condolense from hearts. You have created a masterpiece again. A wonderful honour for a wonderful friend. Excellent+++++
Tiwiwine
A splendid landscape, with a perfect foreground integration. And a great dedication.
artgum
Splendid, immaculate perfection. A wonderful dedication of your masterful work.
MoppelundWilli
What a wonderful dedication Bob. I am sorry about your loss, but i am sure Bill would have loved this one, a wonderful gift. About the technical aspects of this render i can only underline Lees words, masterpiece.
inkydigit
my thoughts are with you Bob...a beautiful dedication...all aspects are exquisite in their detail...a true masterpiece!!
bkhook
Beautiful!
1402dandoy
Wonderful integration and landscape. Your friend would have been proud to inspire this. All my sympathies.
Buzzzzz
I'm at a loss for words. This is a Beautiful Creation and more Beautiful Dedication. Bob,I know you are feeling really down right now, but I also know you will be as this Rock for those who need you in this sad time. My thoughts are with you, be Strong my Friend.
fractalinda
A beautiful and poignant dedication, Bob, and I'm sincerely sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Superb integration of photos, and the overall realism is second to none. Masterful and handsome work, my friend.
stbc
So sorry for your loss, Bob. If he was a friend of yours, I wish I had known him. Our best wishes to the family. Lovely, and perfect, tribute in all ways.
Martchi
Clap!Clap!Clap,Bravo Bob!