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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)
amlondono
Love the light and vegetation that guide us to the path ! Superb work , love it ! Ana
sylki
Gorgeous lighting gives a very mysterious feeling to the picture
debz
Excellent scene!! Superb foliage and lighting!! Great work!!
photostar
I think I would like to linger a bit in the dense foliage to take in the beauty there, before I search for the path to take me into the light.
meico
The aerial perspective, as shown by the distribution and quality of light, is truly excellent. Forests [imo] are intrinsically spiritual and your picture reinforces this superbly well. Where the path leads [I think] depends on my companion. "To the woods, to the woods, where men are men ... and women rather like the idea" Oops sorry about that - couldn't resist! Mike
bkhook
oh.. I want to go there.. to see more. This is beautiful! Well done!
ecurbsemaj
Superb render Deanna. You seem to have not only mastered populating a forest in Bryce but the atmosphere is excellent. The trees are realistic, as is the ground cover. The lighting, well I could ramble on forever...Great work!
Mad-Mike
WOW!!! almost a creation like Realmofillusion's works! very nicely done indeed!!! love this atmosphere a lot, and the foliage is great!!!
MagikUnicorn
Gorgeous Brycing...Awesome foliage setting!! C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
whizstreet
Wholly agree .... a superb render
Amethystwolf
Love the lighting!
ledwolorz
Fantastic atmosphere and lighting.Superb render.
ascript
Beautiful Deanna! I have some catching up to do ;)
Stoner
Looks like there´s magic in the air. Good work
faroutsider
Your Bryce landscapes and lighting are exquisite. Thanks for taking us there!
ldynghtwng
Gorgeous lighting and atmosphere...I want to head on through the screen and find out!
jrcejaspulido
Nice and realistic light and shadows contrast. I like very much the ground textures and low vegetation at the foreground.
Realm_Of_Illusion
What a beautiful forest, I really like the light on the left, how just a little of it shines on the wood and leaves. Where would this path lead...? Well, in my vision it would lead to a small and quiet pond with little birds and frogs around :)
JaneEden
Excellent scene very well done! hugs Jane xx
Thandaluz
Exuberant vegetation with a great realism and an involving amosfera. Great work with Bryce, very well done.
mboncher
Great atmosphere and coloration. Very cohesive work. I love that tree in the middle.
stolta
Beautiful work!!!!!!!!!!
ArtyRene
great textures and lighthing job well done .!!
sglfx
Excellent mood and atmosphere well done!
ironsoul
Beautiful and atmospheric work which draws the viewer towards the light - excellen.
junge1
Wonderful image. Looks mystical!
Miska7
Great render. The vegetation work is really well done, especially with Bryce. The lighting is excellent!