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BIO
Because we value our privacy at home, I'm not going to say too much here about my personal life. Those that know me, already know probably too much about me. :) I am a programmer by trade and work for a company in Washington DC (even though I live in Florida). I've been programming almost as long (if not longer) than I've been doing art.
In 1988 or so, I started drawing on the C-64 which only had 64 colors (of which only 4 could be used in a certain place). There was a program called Koala Paint that I used to draw simple images with. I dreamed then of getting a 24 bit board I saw in the magazines, even though it was $2400 and I didn't even know what computer they were for. Then I got the Amiga and DCTV. Millions of colors! Yeah! Though it had troubles, it was still awesome to work with and I have found few paint programs that work as well as that one did, though Painter is pretty close. Then I finally got the elusive 24 bit computer (the IBM compatible) and I was on my way, though I still miss the old days of Deluxe Paint and DCTV.
I work in 2D and 3D with an emphasis on 2D. My work includes celebrity portraits, down home scenes, and fantasy. I also lean more toward family art so that I can show the kids, not because I have anything against the more adult works. My mediums include Poser, Bryce/Vue, Painter and Photoshop with a touch of LW (still learning on that one).
Thanks so much for viewing this page and I hope you will enjoy my work. On behalf of the whole family, have a great day...
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Comments (102)
jeweldragon
wow i love the colors in here!! looks so magical:)
kosv01
As far as i remember u had an older nice dolphin pic...Seems to me u r getting to be an expert in this area Shadow....Really nice. ---Kostas
Nicholas86
Beautiful fantasy image, love it, great colors...
ivyroses
where do I sign up for the bryce lessons =)
pc_artist
WOW... very clever work... Well done..
cat_amaris
Really good work! They look all spiritual and well...just amazing! If I could rate Id give it top points =) xXxXx
CrystalWizard
now that looks like one of those incredible cards and posters that one artist paints. very very nice.
Jaden
ohhh real purtiful shadow, love it, great job
bloodsong
beautiful light and colours. i love it :)
estevez
WOW ! wonderful art work ! amazing composition and colors ! very creative ! Congratulations !
bevchiron
The light effect in this is really beautiful.
firefly
This is so beautiful and uplifting. A very inspiring image!
Varian
Great colors and caustics effect, and a very fine job on the water splashes. :)
Blackhearted
this is cute - dolphin porn :) very nice postwork and effects. cheers, -gabriel
Gazghull
nice pic, loks like the dolphins from cocoon
Im4Angels
Waaaaaay Cooooool!!!!! Outstanding job SW, well done indeed
bonbon
this is so well done! one would never know it was a combined 2d and 3d image... as it has an acrylic paint feel to it. outstanding!! gives the princess wave heehee
DarkShadeOfWhite
i love how the light seems to reflect off of them and how the mist of the water goes :) beautiful
PunkClown
Very nice realisation, Cool! Excellent effect with the water... :-)>
gallimel
It's amazing..oh.. I adore doplphins, they are so naturally magic creatures to me and with this artwork you homaged them in the finest of ways... Such a fantastic work :) :) :)
gunsan
It's a wonderful spiritual image. Your work in 2D is very weel done.
racin-jason
You're absolutely right my friend - this render does indeed deserve to be made into prints. I'll e-mail you tomorrow on how to go about it. This is likely your very best work yet - at least from what I've been privileged to see from your uploads. Looking back on "Freedom", I think it's safe to say this is a huge improvement because first, it doesn't bear resemblance to Schimmel's work. Plus, you've been honing your skills at hand-painting since re-posting in 'osity and this personalizes your efforts in every nuance. I love every element about this image Shadow, and especially the bottom splashes and water spray from they're upward ascent. The moon-glow and star-field are a crowning touch, adding a true feeling of majesty and impact. Exceptionally well done.
ladynimue
Ohhh this has magical energy. Yes, yes, yes a Poster it must be :)
tricksta
Very Good!
dragonmagic59
Oh WOW!! Now this goes beyond beautiful! I'm actually at a loss for words to describe the wonderment of this one! What a wall hanging this would make!
copperboy1
Very nicely done. This is the best yet. Congradulations.
lemonjim
cool, ShadowWind. I find printing quite a simple feat with the Epson 1270/1280, on watercolor paper 13"x19" this would be excellent! good work!
brian71
Amazing , I livoe the lighting on the Dolphins , very beautiful
BCEmcke
this is more than awesome magnificent and beautiful this is perfect :) thanks
babygirl
really cute keep up the good work and thanks for writting me back it was really nice from you.