Hiboux: One of my four rescued friends
"If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other.
If you do not talk to them you will not know them, and what you do not know you will fear.  What one fears one destroys."
--Chief Dan George (1899 - 1981)
The avatar I use is a photo of a kitten who adopted me last fall. She came to my door one night, hungry and cold and in need of shelter. I had already adopted a rescued dog and 2 fostered cats (I have a friend who works in animal rescue), but another friend told me that being chosen by a cat was a special thing, so, here she is in her new home. I called her Hiboux (French for owl for those who don't already know), since she reminded me of a snowy owl tapping on my door.
Sorry I need a new digital camera. The one used for this photo was one of the first ones ever made that utilizes a floppy disc. I am attached to it, but thought it was more important to show off my kitty here since this is merely my "home" page and not a display of my digital art. I'll update it as soon as I can.
I live in the US Midwest, have a degree in landscape design, compete nationally (only in the US so far) in dancesport, and choreographed contemporary dance for over a decade. I've been writing since childhood--mainly for my own amusement. A few of my poems have been published in obscure places and I used to write many interviews which were published online for years. None of my novels have met the public eye yet and that's OK because for me "the joy is in the journey." ÂÂ
I'm hooked on creating digital art. I stumbled upon it when I worked online for 11 years as a content editor and became intrigued watching the medium grow. 3D art feels like a good niche for me combining movement, landscape, my love of nature, history, art, technology, myth and storytelling . . .  I love to experiment with software and hope to continue to grow as an artist. I'm in awe of many of the beautiful works shared on this site. I've also begun a blog here called "A Novelist's Adventures in Digital Art" where I list useful sites and tools I find along the way:
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I consider myself a beginner at digital art. We all have to start somewhere. I try to encourage other creatives on all skill levels as often as I have time. I learn a lot from the artists I favorite here and even from private emails with tips if you feel so inclined. I dont allow ratings in my gallery anymore, because I don't believe in "grading" art--it doesn't fit into my personal philosophy. That said, I do often admire many of the talented professional artists and am happy when they are showcased on the art charts here and feel the rating system--though it has flaws--is important to honor excellence.  I do appreciate any comments and appreciate constructive criticism and suggestions.
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"Every artist was first an amateur."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
 Thank you for visiting my gallery!
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Comments (24)
elfin14doaks
Gorgeous scene, Nice work!!!!!!!!!!!!
pops
Beautiful image and mood
mgtcs
Adorable image, super colors, love her expression!
NoelCan
Why would such a beautiful person need a love potion.? Except maybe to turn Me into a handsome frog..! Terrific render..
popeslattz
I know, she's actually an old hag but the potion must work because we see her as a gorgeous sensual young lady. Or maybe the potion is for someone else? A beautiful, magical render in either case.
Cimaira
Beautiful work. Great looking character and I love the background.
magnus073
Cathy everything about this image is beautiful. Still I don't think she would need a potion to get someone to fall for her ;)
JSGraphics
Wonderful creation! Well Done!
psyoshida
Wow, wonderful scene. Very well done.
wannes
Beautiful colors and lighting! Excellent render!
tulipe
Beautiful image! The background is fantastic.
Miska7
Really nice scene. Great character, lighting and background! Very nice work.
SIGMAWORLD
Excellent image!
e-brink
A lovely romantic background with a sense of adventure and infinite possibilities... what better potion than that. Nice character and pose - great overall palette and a good balance of colour with the flowers.
drifterlee
Beautiful render!!!!!!!
Elcet
Very professional composition, the elements match perfectly although they are of completely different software origins! Perfect use of AM Voyager!
magichild2
Excellent done
three_grrr
Wonderful work, I love the look in her eyes .. as inviting as the potion she is selling .. magnificent background!
kftate
Beautiful! Fantastic character and outfit. Great background and excellent work!!
Marinette
Mi piace molto questa ; ha un "che" di zingara! AWESOME:)
giovanino
fanastic render my friend :-)
Zazou
Stunning artwork ! Love the mood !
Jollyself
excellent image...well composed
faroutsider
Gorgeous image, Cathy. Great captivating stare - I see a strong character with a history of turmoil....