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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 (57)
shahlaa
How beautiful, I'll bet with those beautiful blossoms opening your yard is the envy of all your neighbors...thanks for sharing!
GinoBossoleti
Usted ha tomado una fotografía hermosa, es un gran artista. Gino B.
HoboBo
Magnificient capture!
garybina
Beautiful colors nature brings to us. Very good capture *****
Tuggy
Absolutely beautiful..well captured and gorgeous color..
tofi
The metaphoric caption suits this most beautiful image! Tremendous colours and capture! The way you've worded this "her renewal of life.." is most captivating and alluring and gives one such a lovely feeling in the heart and soul. A delightful treasure of an image to behold and to admire!
Mousson
Fascinating creation!!!!!!!!!!!!
marybelgium
beautiful !
Ac-Dc
wonderful colors and lights. bravo!
MagikUnicorn
Ohhhhhh Thats a REAL BEAUTY
rainbows
Beautiful spring impression, it looks like a flowering cherry tree. Gorgeous shot. Diane.
erlandpil
Good one again erland
kahun.hida
桜みたいですが、ナイスです。
mickuk50
looks like a cherry .the colours are so vibrant .i love spring as its always so fresh and new :o)..excellent capture mick
novelist
Gorgeous photo. Love the color contrasts and softness in this image.
tetsu-pino
Very beautiful!! Great capture.
photostar
Beautiful reds and pinks you have captured, Deanna.
lucyjo
I love this!
sylki
So lovely, the contrast between the red and the delicate soft pink is gorgeous. Beautiful composition and lighting!!!
gattone_blu
Splendid photo, bravo
RobyHermida
A beautiful image!......my friend...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ROBY ------------------------------------------:O)
KarmaSong
Wonderful blossom and fabulous lighting of this photo! Excellent work !
danob
Lovely Spring has really arrived there
Jay-el-Jay
A nice springtime image.
Richardphotos
the rush of colors are outstanding. makes me think of Ben and Jerry's cherry ice cream.now I must buy some
blacq_nyght_vampyre
Gorgeous!! So beautiful.
cannonn
凄い構成と光線ですね、