A Tiger for Mea (Photoshop) www.renderosity.com/mod/gallery/index.php
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I have been drawing since I was 11, some 33 years ago.
My 6th grade teacher, Mr. Knoss, was a great artist and I greatly admired his illustrations. He encouraged me to pursue my artistic interests at a crucial time in my development.
My High School art teacher "Vern", was also a great influence. He always challenged me to try different things.
I was lucky that my parents were very supportive of my interest in art. I studied at The Minneapolis College of Art and Design (1986-1990). Where I was humbled by many great artists that were far more talented than I. There it was that I rounded out my fine art skills, and then chose to major in Media Arts. Studied film, video and sound. Learned all the skills needed to shoot, direct, edit those mediums.
While pursuing a Media Arts major, I discovered computer graphics, still in it's infancy. This is where I came to an Epiphany. Here was a new medium, that incorporated everything I had previously learned into one new medium. Not only that, but it had new dimensions, interactivity, feedback, randomness, AI. I was hooked.
The next 17 years I learned and grew with the industry. Learning everything from how to create and manipulate digital imagery and create animations, to interface design and interactive authoring. My day job is an Information Architect, a fancy term for software interface design.
A few years back, my wife and I hit on some difficult times (As many people do) and it was during a very dark time in our lives that I discovered what became Renderosity, Initially I posted work, merely as a way to get myself back into the discipline of making new art.
I was delighted to find a world-wide community of talented artists, exchanging ideas and art!! I was thrilled! I have learned so much from you, and your art has brightened up my world. I am lucky to have made some great friends here, and I aim to do tributes to all of you!
Somanyartistssolittletime! ; )
I use this gallery as an online journal, and put all of my "Brain-droppings" here, over 400 images.
To see "The best" of my work, you can use the portals on my gallery page or go to my website:
www.abrainteractive.com
Comments (49)
Richardphotos
nah! she just had a crush on you!!I like this the best of your zoo series. outstanding quality in every way
morningglory
Oh Wow! Love this shot! Crystal clear and gorgeous!
Biffowitz
Wonderful action shot, and great focus on the face, nice shot!
evinrude
Excellent pic, Eric. This would be a good reference image to try to duplicate in 3D. I think those were Blake's original lyrics before they were cleaned up a bit by the editorial board. He always was a little "out there."
jinet
Very impressive, great photo !
TomDart
Quite a different point of view and glimpse into something natural to a tiger...not common fo us to see. Great shot, thanks!
CavalierLady
Fabulous shot!!
Gog
Superb shot,
Azr1el
Fantastic shot and she's so cute in the water (wouldn't be as adorable if she started to rip you to pieces, but still, she's a beautiful animal :)
Sekadhar
Oho, ho...this is so sweet and fantastic shot! Excellent! Bravo!!!
Zacko
Oooh!!! Theres only one thing more beautiful than a tiger...and that is a swimming tiger. My goodness what a beauty!!! Gorgeous capture Eric!!! One that you should definitly enter in next years Digital Photography of the year....wildlife-section. Awesome shot!!! Have a great day. #:O)
kenmo
And they say cats don't like water...LOL...this kitty certainly seems to be enjoying themselves... Outstanding photo... Would make a fantastic wallprint or picture suitable for framing...!!!! This is TOP NOTCH No ifs or buts about it...
Jennyfnf
Yes, she is looking straight at you, but not with malevolance, more curiosity. You have caught another wonderful moment. Thankyou for sharing it with us.
busi2ness
Beautiful POV and an extraordinary capture.
Hopalong
Are there tigers in Louisiana?
oscilis
Great to get such a shot with it in the water.
robotalk
Fantastically professional photo --great as if you were directing him ..and he went"How about my semi serious look" --and of course funny poem !
chimera46
awesome photo, one of your better zoo pics in my opinion.
helix3d
A truly magnificent animal. I once "pet" a tiger. Very coarse fur. Nothing fluffy about these guys. Pure power. I really love these tiger photos.
Vladivar
Cool play of light on the water... The surface is so peaceful... and then she comes! Brilliant shot.
lemonjim
the gaze of this tiger is the one you see just moments before your toast is buttered, so to speak! then to think of the strength and size, and whew I'm glad for the fence.
TwoPynts
A big beauty, truly! Now I know how Simba felt! ;] Glad you came away off the menu, and thanks for this glorious tiger photo. Luv those ripples and reflections!
Forevernyt
Maybe she's just a camera hog and liked having her pic taken? Looks like she was posing just for you, awesome!
wizardangel1
Smart Kitty !! wonderful shot !!
DennisReed
Cute poem! Awesome capture Mr Tiger Meat! ;) Bravo!
zoren
There is a place near here called, Shambala.. We were able to 'pet' a couple of tigers there, even when 'tame' there is the feeling of brute, primal power. This one is a beauty.
miwi
Klasse shot,super!!!!!
soffy
she sure is a beauty,gorgeous animal and an excellent shot Eric*****
Svarg
Yeah, she's definitely got you in her sights! Great shot, Lunch!
drivereightrules
Pretty Kitty. Beautiful photo. Thank you.