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 (29)
angelbearzs
she is sexy!!!:)
thevolunteer
Well done. I like the atmosphere. She looks enchanting. Aloha
matrix03
she is pretty
TCopsey
So adorable! Great selection in colors between hair, skin, wings and outfit. Even the background coordinates well. Pretty slick!
kelvinhughes
Last time i seen something like this in the night was back in the sixties lol Most excellent Maxine well done my dear friend and a Happy New year to you and hopefully a prosperous one for you
janedj
Very beautiful image!!!Hugs Jane
magnus073
This is one glow that is simply amazing, wonderful work on the entire scene my friend.
barrowlass
lovely render, hun - gorgeous!
Panka
Beautiful image!i like the colors!
sessan53
I like this one. The atmosphere on this picture is lovely:-)hugs sessan Wish you a Happy new year
EnaR
Wow, very beautiful work ;)))))))))))))))))))
flaviok
Maravilhosamente encantadora, aplausos (5)
brycek
Beautiful image..Fantastic work Maxine!!
jchristenberry
Lots of potential here. Could you put some foamy water around her leg to help keep the illusion of 3d?
Antonio57
Magnifique dessin!!!!!!!!!!
priss117
wow gorgeous scene Moxie!! I can't play I still got kin folk in.
Bossie_Boots
Absolute magic Maxine you have done Wylma proud outstanding artwork hugs lou x
ontar1
Beautiful scene and fairy, love the lighting and effects, excellent work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
eekdog
this is one of the best i've seen of yours, so beautiful!
Virtual_World
Very beautiful!
Irish
She's delightful as well as gorgeous!
SQS
This is so pretty, Maxine! Very nice ;}}
MarciaGomes
MARAVILHOSA OBRA,ENCANTADORA FADA,BELOS CABELOS,MAGNIFICOS DETALHES.+++++5
DanB-Creations
It's a really beautiful image. I like the splendid colors. It's a very nice work.
drifterlee
My favorite fall colors, Maxine! Gorgeous!
SoCalRoberta
Lovely :)
tofi
So very pretty! The background, the lighting, absolutely everything about this image is just gorgeous! I love her wings, very unique and original style. Like a flowered fairy. Just lovely!
Elsina
Gorgeous colors and render!
missgrin
Wonderfull picture off Dahlia, great colors...