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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 (25)
photostar
Beautiful light and shadow you have captured, Deanna. Brings out all of the fine detail in the weather vane.
koosievantutte
very fine photo of a beautiful weather vane.
vaggabondd
This is a very nice weather vane. great capture
magnus073
Nice work Deanna, really detailed photo my friend
meico
A magnificent weathercock [that's the Brit. name!] beautifully photographed. Thanks for sharing. Mike
Hendesse
Excellent shot, the details are fantastic. Looks superb!
Thelby
Don't try to chase the wind here we had 19 Tornados Friday!!! NIce Photographing!!!
Mad-Mike
Fantastic capture :-)
ledwolorz
Excellent shot.
SapUS59
fantastic capture my friend, the lighting worked well for you the shadows, texturing and colors are excellent!
G_Mansco
Love it, splendid capture ;O)
faroutsider
Lovely! The light and textures are excellent.
HoboBo
Beautiful shot - 5+++!
huismus
Exellent shot!
delbeke
WOnderful shoot of a weather vane, Excellent. Have fun chasing the wind and sun. :o)
PhilW
Great shot - this would make a nice Vue model!
ragouc
Good shot.
virginiese
Very nice and clear shot ! Bravo !
ldynghtwng
Really nice rooster, greatlighting to bring out the texture and great POV!
junge1
Beautiful detailed capture!
hipps13
wonderful capture warm hug, Linda
artaddict2
Superb detail to the image, nice shot!
ShadowsNTime
Superb photo Deanna, love the 'weathered' color. In stained glass we use a patina to achieve that color, you got it naturally:-)Great dedi to Nikolay!
ecurbsemaj
Nice capture. The patina is beautiful.
nikolais
Deanna, better late than... and sorry about that. thanks a lot for your wonderful dedi . it's a wonderful rooster with its patina and all. he's really great! hugs. Nikolay.