As a hobbyist photographer I developed an interest in combining "fantasy and reality" back in the late 1990's. At that time my graphics knowledge consisted of a vague familiarity with PhotoImpact. With the help of some friends who were learning Poser at the time I obtained some "tubes" of fairies which I incorporated into various shots of flowers and gardens and eventually purchased Poser in an attempt to create my own additions to my photos.
Through a graphics design course I took on line I met some of the greatest Poser artists around. Paramount was meeting Jayme from Illusions Designs (in my mind the "King of Poser Art" ) who spent countless hours and infinite patience teaching me how to actually use the program, add dimension and shadow and most importantly--create a personality to the figures thus giving them that certain "glow". Without that, you would most likely still be looking at flat, lifeless images in my gallery.Â
Once comfortable with using the program I developed an interest in character creation.  Again my dear Jayme to the rescue -- always coaching and challenging me to go beyond what I thought I could do...and the result is the characters you will soon find in my store.   Â
I still have a ways to go before I'm completely satisfied with my images and characters, but in the journey lies all the fun!
Comments (40)
kelvinhughes
oh wow maxine that is stunning well done most excellent 5+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
e-brink
Lovely image. Heaven indeed!
CaperGirl42
Wow wonderful work here Maxine! love it looks like she is enjoying that waterfall...I would to..:) awesome job hun fav! hugz anne
magnus073
Very lovely image Maxine, your effects are so wonderful
dbyrd
Wonderful job.Hopefully some day the skin textures will get more lifelike and I will be able to quit hiring models!!
xeniaghost
She's stunning and the background and water effects are amazing! Incredible work!
Elsina
Stunning work!
flaviok
Efeitos magnificos, brilhante realização, magnifica obra, aplausos (5)
Virtual_World
Gorgeous Maxine!!!
sessan53
Excellent image and render.:-)hugs sessan
angelbearzs
she is pretty great hair:)
tizjezzme
wow, your work is a shock to me every time... you are AWESOME!
Jilly
Reminds me of a certain shampoo advert " yes! Yes!". Wonderful work
Waver88
Great job...nicely done!!!
eekdog
always a stunning piece of art from you Maxine, this is truly captivating. most excelelnt work my friend. and a fave!!! lol steve
Storm9167
Nice image, like how you well you blended the character into the background image..
Fidelity2
Your image is very well done. 5+.
artice
OH MY! LOVE THE WATER CAN ALMOST FEEL IT..SHE IS EXQUISITE...:O)
brycek
Beautiful image and effects..lovely work Maxine!!
PIERRE25
Jolie composition, belle image
plus3d
Very beautiful!!! Love it!!!
LinaraTar
excellent work! =)
morghana
Wonderful and very beautiful realization!!!
Jadore76
wow !! fantastic scene and pose !! 5+
Eldeago
Beautiful work !
chrissy16
Beautiful image.
giareg
fantastic work and water effect.
tofi
She is ever so beautiful! Her expression is so soft and delicate, as she radiates with warmth and happiness. Such a serene mood and amosphere as well........ the falling water looks so refreshing and rejuvenating for the body and the soul! Excellent mood and atmosphere!
RobyHermida
Wonderful work!!! ROBY :o)
janedj
Beautiful image Maxine....wonderful water effect!!!!Hugs Jane