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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)
jocko500
wonderful shot
meico
An excellent photograph of a superb water feature ... I do think the sound and sight of running water is such a relaxing addition to a garden. Mike
hipps13
Oh, how wonderful such a beautiful capture sweet smile to you warm hug, Linda
NefariousDrO
Beautiful waterfall! Nicely captured.
SapUS59
excellent capture and such a beautiful pond my friend, it must be a great place to meditate or just plain relax.
gillbrooks
Looks like a lovely spot in your garden :)
magnus073
I love your little waterfall Deanna as I am a big fan of them in every size and form. Great image and beautiful view
NekhbetSun
What a superb waterfall and capture...love it S
RobyHermida
A wonderful shot
tennesseecowgirl
very nice!
Charberry
This is a great waterfall! I bet you love the sound of it. Wonderful image. :o)
tofi
Ever so beautiful a composition and scene! Most refreshing, with splendid lighting and contrast! This place looks so peaceful, and remarkable! Great capture and scene!
auntietk
Lovely! I can hear it from here. (Oh - maybe that's my creek.) :) Wonderful image!
faroutsider
Beautiful water feature and marvellous capture.
shutterbugs
Very pretty waterfall. So serene!!
flora-crassella
...ein schöner Wasserfall - den hätte ich wohl auch gerne in meinem Garten! Gut, dass ich den von Dir wenigstens sehen kann. Schöne Aufnahme!!!!
Djavad
J'écoute...
mairekas
Wonderful capture! Lovely place!
ShadowsNTime
Beautiful capture Deanna! I can almost hear it, such a lovely spot in your garden, you did a great job on this pond and fall! I sure miss my pond, fish and fall:-( Thanks for sharing yours!!!
ledwolorz
Beautiful photo.
durleybeachbum
Lovely garden!
Liam.
great compo
emmecielle
Very nice photo!!! :)
tetsu-pino
Nice composition and fantastic capture!!
Meisiekind
Lovely shot of this tranquil garden scene! Well done... Hope you will enjoy many peaceful hours pondering there! :)
morganahope
BEAUTIFUL PLACE MY FRIEND !! I LOVE HEAR WATER SONG ON THE MORNING !! TANKS FOR YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT MY WORK "MOMMY ......" !! TANKS A LOT !!
huismus
Beautiful capture my friend!
LudyMelltSekher
Hello my dear friend, Absolutely fantastic! Wonderful photography.Congratulations! A million stars ***Thank you so much for your comments. Happy Tuesday. Hug and kiss in Your heart.Luminous Blessings. Ludy Sorry to have that to write the same thing in English to all, but are few the words that I have in English to say I´speak Spanish.
Meowgli
very cool and calm i could imagine just watching it for hours..
debz
Fantastic waterfall you have Deanna! Super capture!