As a hobbyist photographer I developed an interest in combining "fantasy and reality" back in the late 1990's. At that time my graphics knowledge consisted of a vague familiarity with PhotoImpact. With the help of some friends who were learning Poser at the time I obtained some "tubes" of fairies which I incorporated into various shots of flowers and gardens and eventually purchased Poser in an attempt to create my own additions to my photos.
Through a graphics design course I took on line I met some of the greatest Poser artists around. Paramount was meeting Jayme from Illusions Designs (in my mind the "King of Poser Art" ) who spent countless hours and infinite patience teaching me how to actually use the program, add dimension and shadow and most importantly--create a personality to the figures thus giving them that certain "glow". Without that, you would most likely still be looking at flat, lifeless images in my gallery.ÂÂ
Once comfortable with using the program I developed an interest in character creation.  Again my dear Jayme to the rescue -- always coaching and challenging me to go beyond what I thought I could do...and the result is the characters you will soon find in my store.   ÂÂ
I still have a ways to go before I'm completely satisfied with my images and characters, but in the journey lies all the fun!
Comments (33)
mejed
I would peek under her veil, but I think they cut you hands off for that..LOL..this is a realy beautiful image.
brycek
Oh, this is just so lovely..beautifully done!!
rebelmommy
Gorgeous!
shutterb
Love those eyes... great lights and outfit... just beautiful...
antje
Beautiful character and pose :o)
SeaCrystal
Beautiful character, love the veil and outfit.. Excellent!
angelbearzs
that is beutiful and excelllent!!!!!!!!!!
Storm9167
Beautiful image and character!! Even with the veil... And just out of curiousity, what does AYLSG stand for??
zoren
very nice.....
deni67
Very beautiful image!!!
janedj
Beautiful image!!!
frankiemas
I dream of Jeanie with the light brown hair :-) This is so fantastic, and look, her naval is not shown...lol!!! This is fantastic artwork and the pose is excellent!!! I love that outfit she is wearing!!! Beautiful artwork Maxine!!! Hugsss Frankie ^_^
tiquanleap
Very pretty image!!
kelvinhughes
excellent Maxine well done
FS
Beautiful lighting and image!!Excellent work!!
Danceswithroos
Love the intricate costume>! The pose is wonderful as is the lighting. Excellent!
Krid
beautiful portrait with excellent lightning
barrowlass
gorgeous - I have the harem dancer outfit myself and like it v much for V3. I love the atmosphere and subdued lighting
busi2ness
The low lighting contributes to the mystery portrayed - lovely!
adnan007
lovely harem dance. love that look on her eyes and that outfit is fantastic. exellent work
venerella
Beautiful Maxine, I love that pose!
Irish
A superb scene!! Utterly gorgeous Maxine ~ Bravo!!
ldgilman
Beautiful !!!
sandraz63
Gorgeous character and pose!!!
TheAnimaGemini
Beautyfull piece of art.
drifterlee
Wow!!! This is so marvelous!!! I love her veil!!
Mikan
mmmm... mysterious woman from harem... nice, nice...
wishes3d
So beautiful!! Excellent work!
helderres
Beautiful character an pose. Very beautiful model... her eyes are perfect, and the lights too. Well done!!!
GOLDILOCKSUK
Your display of lighting enhances the sheer beauty of this image you certainly know your way about the right light well done :) Cathy xoxoxo