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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.
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Comments (35)
DarkStormCrow
Very nice work, looks like an old photo, kudos, well done...
FrenchKiss
Lovely old photo style and I like your poetry.
faroutsider
I really liked the first version of this scene, but I think this image is even better. Wonderful.
lizzibell
Beautiful...
Mad-Mike
Look very much like an actual photo! phenomenal post work done here :-) and no... progress is very welcomed by me! favorite
junge1
A wonderful image. Looks like a depression era shot from the dust bowl!
ledwolorz
Fantastic scene and Wonderful work.
SapUS59
excellent image, this looks very realistic and i like the b/w, great work my friend !!
Vagabund
Perfect!
huismus
Beautiful poem and artwork!
sylki
A sad and poignantly beautiful image with exceptional realism. The atmosphere is superb as is the lighting and composition!!!
meico
I prefer the first version, narrowly. The irony of the verse, with its gently restrained hint of bitterness, certainly strikes a chord. Mike
photostar
It's almost like the scene is now fading into the past and only the ghostly image remains in our thoughts as progress has reshaped the area. Great words to describe this render. I like both versions of this image.
magnus073
Wonderful work on this, love the effects and the story
Jilly
I like this effect just as much.
HoboBo
Magnific - 5+++!
Fidelity2
Very well done. 5+. My Fav.
hipps13
wonderful work thanks for the smile this is so cool sweet smile to you warm hug, Linda
ldynghtwng
This is so lovely, too and the brave sunflower is a great touch for both images!
Rob2753
I liked the original but this does have something more atmospheric and dreamlike
FS
Fantastic image.Great scene and atmosphere.Absolutely fantastic work!!!!!
stolta
Wow, fantastic well done!!!!!!!!!
larparmit
outstanding work!
ShadowsNTime
Outstanding again! Well said and well done!
Eo7
Stunningly realistic! Nice touch with the grave markers in the background. Very fitting to the period you are capturing.
Richardphotos
outstanding house and tree. superb composition and writing
West_coaster07
Very Nice...enjoyed the story
Darkwish
WOW!!! It's really cool work! EXT pic!
amlondono
Stunning work , powerful effect , Ana
Janiss
Awesome place and postwork... I adore!