Thomas Broadfoot III
Art BySilent
Fine Digital Artist
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As a self-taught digital artist, I thrive on interpreting my ideas about our world and other worlds beyond, mixing reality and mystery by using tools of the 21st century to create art. My work has been influenced by my love of sci-fi stories, history, politics, science, and current events. While many of the landscapes appear to be photo-realistic, there are no photos used in creating the scenes. Among some of my greatest joys is the opportunity to create images that exist nowhere on this planet but within my own mind. Technology allows me to emulate traditional art media and techniques through several computer applications to create textures and shapes. I'm able to create and then assemble objects, skies, and terrains in the 3D graphics application, Vue.
Most of my images begin on a blank electronic canvas and expand layer upon layer. By creating my own vegetation, atmospheres, and terrains, I can then combine them into a myriad of land or seascapes. Just as any artist does, I pay particular attention to composition, color palette, lighting, and perspective. Every day I have dedicated time to creating art. I also keep up with new techniques via industry periodicals and internet research.
While my landscapes often remind viewers of places they recall, there is something intentionally otherworldly in the work. Collectors of my work appreciate it for its style, color, and textural appeal.
My current work investigates environmental devastation through surrealistic landscapes.
Exhibitions
Golan-Liberman Contemporary Art, Rockford, IL, "Diamonds of the Mind" exhibition
The Next Picture Show Gallery, Dixon, IL, Honorable Mention award, "River Reflections" juried exhibition, January 2008Â
Kishwaukee Valley Art League Show, Sycamore, IL, June 2-3, 2007
Kishwaukee Valley Art League Show, Sycamore, IL, June 3-4, 2006
Illinois Valley Community College exhibition, Oglesby, IL. February-April, 2004
My art can be viewed at:
Art BySilent
http://artbysilent.internetartistguild.com/absgallery/
Comments (15)
Darthmagus
Good idea. IMHO you could improve the texture of the bridge.
thefixer
Excellent, very surreal!!
Trepz
I agree 110% And this is a nice image as well(;
Schnuck
Very pretty image!!!
axolotl2
Unique bridge ... I like this !
Arumbus
very cool - this would be a great scene in any high fantasy story!
Richardphotos
beautiful and magical terrain. I agree with the quote but since mankind is of God as all things of nature and nature is continually changing the earth then what mankind changes could be considered to be in the same boat even if most things are not so smart
Denys234
Awesome!
Tangaroa
a very interesting bridge, and a good image all round.
bpclarke
So magical and beautiful. Superb reflections and details throughout. Excellent work. Bunny
criss
Awesome view!
lingrif
Wonderful terrain work
Domi48
Beautiful image, bravo!
kittykat1963
What a majestical image. Wish I were there right now...... if only..... Super work! Thank you for your visions! Kathleen
chaylastorm
fantastic.... I love it ...even though it looks cold and snowy...