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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 (30)
Hendesse
Superb shots, I like especially the POV on the lower image. Beautiful ducks.
lil_t
Very cool capture's of this twosome... are they "fishing" or just making a pit stop in your pond? Great work!
MagikUnicorn
Wonderful Duo
Danter
excellent
meico
The divisions of water, grass, rocks and water again provide an almost abstract background to the wonderfully clear pictures of the ducks. A really good photograph with much to let the eye wander in. Mike
Jay-el-Jay
I really don't know if they will eat the fish.I think that they eat plants and insects.Well,these are nice pictures anyway.
delbeke
Wonderful ducks, if they are coming daily they may be looking for a place to nest. Nope, ducks don't eat fish, plants and stuff that are in the pond, but not fish. Had two duck when growing up and they never ate the fish. :o) Lovely scenes and when you finish the waterfall please take a photo of it running. :o0
koosievantutte
is not the order of your images wrong? :-) ducks don't eat fish, so no danger there. love especially the lower capture.
virginiese Online Now!
Nice couple of ducks. I think they just wish to take a bath :-D
magnus073
Aw Deanna, I love ducks and this is a superb photo. I could never move them no matter what :)
durleybeachbum
Super shot!
ascript
Beautiful shot ;)
hipps13
awesome capture warm hug, Linda
ShadowsNTime
Oh I just love Mr and Mrs Duck! They are probably ready to nest, you might have babies:-) That would be too cool! Awesome shots both Deanna! Gosh I miss my pond!
ldynghtwng
Oh, they are lovely!!! I can't wait for the ducklings, either!
MrsRatbag
Excellent captures!
stolta
Wonderful capture well done!!!!!!!!
Mad-Mike
Hehe! very adorable again :-) they look happy there! beautiful collage :-)
frankie96
Great pair of images..don't think that ducks will bother fish..
West_coaster07
Great capture....the ducks won't eat the fish however they certainly can "Fowl" the water.....smiles
ledwolorz
Fantastic photo.
Meisiekind
What a cute pair!!!! I love both images but the bottom one is my fav!!! xx
HoboBo
Excellent shots - 5+++!
huismus
Beautiful capture!
NekhbetSun
I love ducks and this is a wonderful shot !!!
vaggabondd
I think they do little bitty fish, great captures
photostar
Well, three's a crowd, but I have no idea what four is...probably, too many..lol. Nice blending of both pics. Great capture, Deanna. Oh, and they will eat goldfish.
garybina
Superb shot,I love ducks and this is really a superb photo *****
Charberry
I once had a duck that ate snails. I don't know about these types, but they are beautiful. This is an excellent shot, and shows a little action! :o) Love it.
fredster66
A lovely scene... very well composed!