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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 (50)
MagikUnicorn
Very nice
Hendesse
Wonderful mood and light. Superb shot!
delbeke
Wonderful photo! That would make a beautiful background. Fantastic! It just doesn't look real, I know it is, so lovely
meico
A lovely photograph ... reminds of something I wrote: Up, in the black on black on black night sky a single light lifts my eyes: the moon, itself a bright luminous disc, has gained an iridescent aura. I raise my glass of to view the nacreous pinks and peaches A toast to you my Cyclops moon! The ice cubes clink applause in tune to my shaking hand. Mike
magnus073
Nice photo, it would make a beautiful background for sure.
debz
Excellent capture Deanna! Very well done!
Meisiekind
What, what a wonderful mood you have captured in this image! Stunning!! :)
evinrude
Very elegant!
gizmo563
A very cool capture!
artaddict2
Wow! fabulous capture!
G_Mansco
Ummmm, this is lovely ;O)
ShadowsNTime
Stunning capture Deanna, wow! You should use this as a background in one of your art images!
tennesseecowgirl
Great shot my friend!
faroutsider
Beautiful moody image. You may be learning your camera, but you have a wonderful eye!
virginiese
It's a great shot and you use your camera very well ! This kind of shot is not easy you know !
MrsRatbag
Gorgeous capture! I love it!
Kasany
Very interesting shot:)
Mad-Mike
What a beautiful capture ~ and romantic :)
mickuk50
has quite a eerie feel to this .love the atmosphere .excellent capture :o) mick
photostar
Great capture, Deanna...I can almost hear something howling in the distance.
hipps13
beautiful capture warm hug, Linda
thelamb
Wonderful capture xx
junge1
Powerful and magical image!!!
rackelstar
great shot...i think use the camera great....beautiful shot
RobyHermida
Nice photo.
furuta
Wonderful scene. excellent capture!!
ledwolorz
Super shot.
HoboBo
Beautiful effects - 5+++!
Thelby
That's Incredible!!!
tetsu-pino
Excellent picture. Very beautiful atmosphere.