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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 (44)
faroutsider
Both versions are wonderful. I'm not sure which I prefer...
auntietk
I love it in color! :)
Meisiekind
Stunning detail on this wonderful macro shot! Well done! :)
flora-crassella
wunderbar, wie Du die Knospe kurz vor dem Aufspringen erwischt hast!
marybelgium
beautiful !
SapUS59
superb image my friend, the lighting, colors and textures are perfect, excellent work !!
ecurbsemaj
While I am somewhat partial to the b/w version, this image has great focus and clarity. The DOF settings are superb. Great work, Deanna.
ledwolorz
Wonderful macro shot.
NekhbetSun
I think I like this one a bit better...both are awesome !
emmecielle
Wonderful image! :)
magnus073
The color version looks really magnificent Deanna :)
huismus
Beautiful!
lil_t
Excellent in color as well! Beautiful capture!
hipps13
everything seems so clear and crisp "after the rain" it always shines wonderful capture sweet smile to you warm hug, Linda
mairekas
Wonderful closeup! Beautiful details and light!
durleybeachbum
Excellent!
PD154
Excellent capture, you should have tried this in black and white hehehehe :)
Optiramma
man that is one killer pod! Invasion of the Body Snatchers! Excellent shot!!!
LovelyPoetess
Thank you for posting the colour version, as I suspected they are both excellent. : )
Richardphotos
makes me think of a Venusflytrap. superb macro
Doriutz
Superb shot and details :)
Ac-Dc
both works are fantastics, but i prefer the colors treatment.
moochagoo
Excellent macro !
HoboBo
Love it!
garybina
A very Stunning picture, very well captured *****
debz
Fantastic capture Deanna! Super work!
erlandpil
Nice Good light and color erland
RobyHermida
Gorgeous! Good work. ROBY ;O)
tofi
I would definitely have to go with this one! I thought the B&W was unique and most interesting to look at, but this one is so thoroughly detailed and the textures are ever so vivid! What a lovely capture, it almost looks like it's smiling! Gorgeous capture of the water droplets!
junge1
They are both great macros, but to my mind I think color adds that something extra. Therefore in this case I pick the color one over the b&w. Sig...