Been doing this over a year now and I'm still not quite sure how to define it. Is it art or not? Can we be said to be really creating our images, given that we're using computer programs and models made by others? And, for that matter, what is its official title? Personally I call my work "using Daz Studio because of a total inability to draw or paint." It doesn't exactly trip off the tongue. I suppose it doesn't matter in the end. As PG Wodehouse said, it makes me happy and keeps me out of public houses.
My main influences are Manet, Edward Hopper, Caravaggio and Pieter Bruegel. The first two gave me an interest in realism, the third created an addiction to light and shade, and the last nurtured my overall misanthropy.
If you want to, please check out my web page:
Why Is This Here?
All my renders are there, including the ones I hate. There's also a rag-bag of assorted writings and photos.
I've also recently started a blog about this whole business:
Can't Paint Can't Draw
Thanks to everyone who's submitted Free Stuff to this site - especially some of the wonderful Vicky textures. Sorry to anyone who I don't credit. It's down to the disorganisation of my hard drive rather than an evil heart.
Comments (9)
qrud
great and the truth.
Gisela Online Now!
Good representation of the concept!
Cimaira
So true! Wonderful image.
tennesseecowgirl
Nice work.
magnus073
Wonderful image Andrew and your point is well made that all the money in the world can't make you happy if you don't have love
Jean-Luc_Ajrarn
Excellent idea and realization. :D
kitzie21
I agree with Dave about the way you've made your point: the composition of this picture is perfect, showing the contrast between the well-to-do but clearly lonely woman and the struggling but clearly happy couple. I particularly like the pose and expression of the woman, it really conveys her longing and solitude. Well done!
allisonbender
Great commentary!!!! tom
cvrad
Great work as always you really make the viewer think about what they are seeeing! I had a slightly diffrent twist when I first saw it! I thought that yeah she longs for the relationship but look at the ugliness that comes with it (lazy bum could at least clean up his yard and put on some fresh cloths)! And look at what she would be giving up her freedom, her independance, her sense of self. (is it really worth it?)