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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)
tetsu-pino
Very beautiful macro!! Well done.
Mad-Mike
Ahhhhh yes! thank you!!! love this one better yep! :-)
furuta
Wonderful detail. great macro!! Beautiful...
Jay-el-Jay
A fine picture of this flower swelling with potential.
Hendesse
Excellent shot. Fantastic details and DOF. Look superb!
mickuk50
i like this one better than b/w although both are excellent shots :o) mick
iceberg5
This look like the flower bud of a Poppy & it is a superb photograph as well !
ShadowsNTime
Trying to catch up a bit:-) Very nice Capture Deanna, especially the water drops, I have yet to get a good shot of drops, I keep trying tho:-) I am pleased you liked the rose for you!!! Thank you!
suignard
beautiful !
lucindawind
oh this is just gorgeous ! perfect lighting
cannonn
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aksirp
so tender and soft, beautiful with the waterdrops, very near!
MaraP
Amazing macro and details!
Myel
Amazing macro and perfect details on the 'duvet' and the droplets.