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My First Painting
My interest in art began in 1996 and got more serious in 1998, when I did an online tutorial by Al Dawson, learning computer 2d painting. (see painting .. lol) After playing with that for a while my interests then turned towards 3d art and I bought Bryce 2, just to see, if indeed, it was the direction I was leaning. I became addicted and purchased Bryce 4, which was the current release of the program at the time.
I dabbled a bit with Poser 4, just to have the ability to get some 'human' element into some of my renders. I found the software and the interface so frustrating that my interest in it never really peaked. I also upgraded to P5 and then to P6, but still found the software too frustrating for my tastes. I admire the artists who do such great work with Poser, but just found it to not be my 'cup of tea' .. so to speak.
I am a retired person so am able to devote a large amount of time doing what I love most. Art has become a very important part of my life, sometimes frustrating, but eventually rewarding. Some of it mediocre, some that I like very much and a lot that remains unfinished. I do most of my art work during the winter months as I spend a lot of time outdoors during the summer.
My main current art tools include Bryce 6.1, Photoshop 6 (an old version, I know, but it works for me) and a little bit of Poser 6.
I love all kinds of music, always have and find it so inspiring when doing art. Whether it be instrumental, lyrics or both.
Favorite current music/artists:
1) Would have to be anything by Barbra Streisand. Long time fan of her's since her beginning. 60's? Dating myself.
2) Andrea Bocelli .. favorite dvd/cd "Under The Desert Sky"
3) Chris Botti .. "Italia" .. haunting trumpet, love his "Nessun Dorma" and most everyone's version of this. Love the entire cd!
Many more, but all for now.
Thanks for reading and all the great comments/views on my images.
Comments (19)
MUSEWORX
I'm in awe! Most awesome idea and realisation work. The colour scheme gives a very nice classical feel to the image. I'm fascinated most by your use of lights in this scene. Would love to see what you can achieve with Bryce5/6. Muis
Mondwin
Fantastic idea and very splendid work....bravissimo!V:DDD.Hugsxx
Richardphotos
superb lighting and composition
Realm_Of_Illusion
I love your poem and this is a beautiful and powerful image, great composition and light.
debz
Beautiful image and great idea!! Super use of lights!! Great work!!
koosievantutte
very fine piece of work and a fantastic idea
photostar
Very beautiful and well-conceived render, Deanna. This is a classic.
ShadowsNTime
Awesome! I totally love this!!! Somerimes it seems our best works come from a darker moment, I think thats a bit of wht we are artists...I mean that we often work thru something thats troubling us when we create..at least I do:-)Excellent said and done!!!
moochagoo
Great idea. Good render.
Lown
Fantastic
ecurbsemaj
The faceless hands of the puppeteer, the audience watching from the shadows and the ties that control our daily dance. Great work.
johnyf
Well done!
ldynghtwng
Oh, I love this...great lighting and great shadows as well...eerie surrealistic idea..
Janiss
Wonderfull light and POV... a gorgeous B§W!
sylki
Superb!!! A wonderfully Gothic feel to it!!!
G_Mansco
Splendid and so powerful picture. My compliments ;O)
Minuano
Riveting Artistry. There's that atmosphere of mysticism entwined with puppetry/marionetting that's always stamped in my mind ... and you've completely captured it here. very well focused concept and inspired imagery. A real composition. -Julian
DukeNukem2005
Very nice work of art!
beachzz
Dark~light, they all give us the balance in our lives ~~ this is a moody, powerful image~ makes you wonder who's really in control!!