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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 (27)
telber
beautiful light and hair
sylki
Now that is so pretty!!! Her skin is gorgeous, so natural looking. Her hair is lovely as is the lighting
ecurbsemaj
This image doesn't have that poser "cartoonish" look. Lighting and textures are top notch. Keep up the great work.
meico
Classically naturalistic, the soft lighting is superb and totally suited to the subject. Bravo. Mike
faroutsider
Great portrait. You should wrestle Poser into submission more often!
ldynghtwng
She is lovely..great lighting and tremendous realism. The hair gives her a sense of mystery.
FCR
Lindo trabalho!
Hendesse
A very beautiful portrait, wonderful expression and light. Excellent work!
photostar
Beautiful portrait, Deanna. Almost looks stunningly real.
hipps13
beautiful work thanks for the smile warm hug, Linda
cjgrove83
Lovely image! She's gorgeous! CJ
Janiss
Such fantastic render... an amazing work my friend!
uk601
beautiful portrait und lovely charakter. excellent work!
flaviok
Explendidamente feito,Belissima obra, aplausos (5)
debz
Beautiful portrait Deanna!! So lifelike!! Great work!!
theconqueror
Very nice portrait...well done..
amlondono
Excellent work , beautiful portrait , Ana
Richardphotos
perfect hair and portrait.she looks like a contender for Miss Universe
HoboBo
Excellent work - 5+!! -Bo
erlandpil
beautiful light and hair Agree erland
bakapo
she's beautiful in that soft light... and her hair is awesome!!!
artaddict2
a beautiful portrait. Nice work!
katy555
Beautuful portrait, wnderfull creation!
moochagoo
Amazing work. She looks like one of my boss, a few years ago (true !)
MagikUnicorn
M a g n i f i c e n t
Mr-Fog
Wow, very real. Beautiful!
ShadowsNTime
Stunning Deanna, she looks so real and like a high class model! Glad you liked the kitty:-) Will see if I can come up with a puppy:-)