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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 (54)
NekhbetSun
Such wonderful words...excellent ~
vaggabondd
what a beautiful shot streight to my favs. very nice
kimariehere
beautiful macro work great contrast and detail nicely done!!!
ldynghtwng
Beautiful image, love the poetry in the way the petsl furl..sadly, tulips don't do well around here, the deer favour them =(
Mad-Mike
Nooooooo!!!
Dont leave us!!!! This is a beauty!
KarmaSong
Amazing clarity and lighting in this wonderful capture. Excellent !
Hendesse
Excellent shot, wonderful colors and fantastic details. Looks very beautiful!
MagikUnicorn
B E A U T Y
erlandpil
Beautiful flower and picture erland
PD154
Wonderful capture such clarity
junge1
Exquisite the way light shows the detail in the pedals!!
ejn
superb
moonrancher
Beautiful capture- the timing and the background.
GinoBossoleti
¡¡Admiro su trabajo... Felicitaciones!! Gino
jparlay
that's my idea of a perfect photo. well done
mickuk50
lovely capture .excellent :o) mick
artaddict2
Amazing macro! stunning!
kahun.hida
写真への愛情が伝わってきます。
dhanco
のkahunありがとう。 あなたのVueの仕事を愛しなさい。 Deanna
vlaaitje
wonderful lighting, such a wonderful patterns...well done
Djavad
Un enchantement - envie de valser dans le vent - merveilleux
suignard
marvelous !!!!
cannonn
自然の造形と秩序を感じました
lil_sizzler
Great lighting and colors! Love the texture of the petals!