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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 (24)
lil_t
Most beautiful capture! The day is perfect... so serene!
magnus073
Beautiful view to start each day, I too love that Rooster Windvane
MagikUnicorn
Cool then you are the first to know where the wind fly away ;-) Great shot
Richardphotos
heck! I could live in that shed. it is a really nice shed and capture
koosievantutte
nice to wake up with a view like this.
Meisiekind
What a great view to wake up to! Excellent shot! xx
ledwolorz
Excellent capture and view.
virginiese
What a view ! So country :-) Beautiful shot ! I like the atmosphere and the color !
meico
I'm always amazed by how much more spacious houses and gardens are 'across the pond' ... British houses/gardens are doll-sized by comparison unless you are seriously rich. I suppose it's because space is so restricted on a small island. This is a lovely view indeed ... and a glorious weathercock to add to the drama. Lucky you! Mike
SapUS59
excellent capture my friend, its been a long time since i seen cedar shakes on structures thats one thing i miss about the New England area.
ShadowsNTime
Beautiful shot Deanna, love your shed, its gorgeous and I haven't seen a weathervane in many years...again a bit of nostalgia for me. Awesome view, the natural cedar shakes are a thing of the past around here sadly for they have so much character and beauty!
huismus
Beautiful capture! And a beautiful shed as well!
Mad-Mike
A splendid capture of your awesome shed! thanks for sharing!
photostar
That's a really cool-looking shed, Deanna. I'm envious. Gee, I could fill that up with yard tools, rather than my basement. Wonderful capture.
debz
Nice view Deanna! Super capture!
ldynghtwng
Great image, love the view of your yard!
Realm_Of_Illusion
Really nice capture, lovely view to wake up to :)
rainbows
A wonderful view and capture. Excellent shot. Diane.
HoboBo
Beautiful shot!
vaggabondd
This looks like a great place to sip a good hot cup of hot chocolate and look out the window and dream dreams, very nice
Hendesse
Really a nice view you have. I like the weathercock (rooster windvane?). Beautiful shot!
nikolais
a great place you live in. wish the rooster were a bit larger
junge1
Weathervanes are common in the German countryside. I haven't seen any in Arizona. Nice picture!
hipps13
awesome capture