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 (25)
magnus073
This one gave me the biggest smile Cathy :) What a (killer)idea for a pic and I love that smug little expression she has
popeslattz
Excellent witchy image. Love that smirk. Don't know if you tried them, but Ron's water brushes come with a couple of styles that you might want to try. Check the styles pallette. The waves look great already though, just thought I'd let you know...
novelist
Thank you, poesplattz. I don't own Photoshop, but I'll look into to it and see if it might work with what I use.
NoelCan
""Oh Yeah"" ""Sez Who??"" Great expression..
DarQueBird
very beautiful!
mgtcs
Adorable Witch, amazing background, love her expression!
psyoshida
I love her expression it fits the title so perfectly. Great fun!
three_grrr
beautiful!! love the patterns/textures on the witch's dress. Beautiful background as well!
jascorpio
she is sweet like the sea, no one knows what is going on under?!!!!!
Vanadis11
I`m bewitched :) Great char and scene. Love the mood with the moon and the water and her facial expression makes me sure she has a wonderful secret :)
Cimaira
Wonderful work! I love her expression
tulipe
Superb image, love her expression! Your waves look good.
lucindawind
ohhh I love it .. she is lovely .. excellent work
Miska7
Really nice image. Great character, expression and background! Very well done.
tennesseecowgirl
I say bring them on, I love these type of holiday scenes!!
amota99517
Sweet work! I love it.
KarmaSong
This is a wonderful portrait and setting, done with expertise, whatever you may think of your talent, the outcome is real: this is excellent! (Thank you very much for your encouraging words of welcome-back to me, I appreciate!)
e-brink
Superb!!!! I love very expression and pose. You got this just right!
faroutsider
Your figure posing is always fantastic, and this one's absolutely spot on. Great image, full of subtle menace...
adrie
Beautiful dark artwork my friend, excellent done.
SIGMAWORLD
Excellent image!
Jollyself
very cute expression :)
Realm_Of_Illusion
Very nice expression and cool mood!
DreamersWish
Love that expression! Definately a "dare you" kinda look. Fanastic work!
Zazou
Excellent image ! Love her expression !