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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 (33)
photostar
I had to really check the category and genre to see if this wasn't a photograph, Deanna. This is really well-composed and rendered. The sunflower, logs and wagon look so life-like.
mboncher
Some great trunks and logs there. Love that moss and lichen.
koosievantutte
very fine image
Mousson
wowwwwwwww!
ecurbsemaj
Whoa, great forest and a subtle statement. Through all the damage we inflict on this planet, a glimmer of hope arises. Great work.
amlondono
A Beautiful and fine image: yes .... gives hope ! Ana
MarciaGomes
UMA OBRA SUBLIME GRANDE REALISMO,MAGNIFICOS DETALHES,ESPLÊNDIDA ILUMINAÇÃO.+++5
vice
....oooO................ .....(....)................. ......)../....Oooo...... .....(/.....(....)....... ..................(........ .................)....... ... I WAS ............. .......... HERE ...... ..Leaving my ....... Footprints in your ..............SAND.. great pov the sunflower is perfectly positioned in the image 5x5
Richardphotos
beautiful composition and looks like a page out of history
magnus073
Isn't that just wonderful ! I really like this wonderful work and what it represents.
tennesseecowgirl
lovely image!!
Mad-Mike
What a beautiful country scene! congrats on a very cool job! :-)
ToniDunlap
Wonderful Vue Work!!! Great rendering indeed!
croxie
Beautiful piece of the forest :D
SapUS59
superb image and very creative !!!
HoboBo
Excellent reality - 5+++!
ledwolorz
Very beautiful composition.Wonderful work.
faroutsider
Another exquisite image.
meico
Great picture ... and great advice. OK Mike
ldynghtwng
Oh, this is lovely..would make a great poster! Great image and I love the sentiment behind it as well, an uplifting experience!
Janiss
Fantastic render and details... a great composition my friend!
huismus
Beautiful render!
giareg
Very impressive work!))
dhanco
Thank you for the comments and I guess I could at least mention credits. Lush Western Trees from C3D, by Linda (frenchkiss), Old Cart from C3D, by Dark Anvil, Sunflower from Toucan Fish and Flowers (freebie).
West_coaster07
Great picture...into my fav.
e-brink
Lovely image. With nice, subtle lighting where it counts!
debz
Superb image Deanna!! Realy like the trees and the moss on them. Great textures too!!
FrenchKiss
This is really beautifully done!
Thelby
Cute work!!!
G_Mansco
A very lovely picture ;O)