Hmmmm, so you might be wondering just who ol' toady is and maybe even how he came to have such a terrible username. Easy things first, I guess. A long time ago in a land far away (Nv.) I was stuck for a name to sign up with at an old 'The Sims 1' website so I let their random name generator pop one out and lo, there was toad. I've used it ever since simply because I never have to try and come up with another... it's always available for some strange reason.
I played TS1 and then 'The Sims 2' for a number of years with also actually trying my hand at creating things for it the last couple of years that I was involved. In the end (to me) the community was getting rapidly disgusting. Backbiting and fighting all over the place and around the end of 2008 I decided I pretty much didn't want anymore to do with it as a whole.ÂÂ
It was also at that time that I finally got off of my dead ass and grabbed a copy of Daz Studio. I have been a member here longer than my join date alludes to, actually going back a few years prior to the '04 that is listed. I've always been fascinated by the creativity that was here at the site and frequently amazed by what I saw people doing in Poser and other 3D programs.
I learned at an early age that "real art" was something beyond my scope of talents that were bestowed upon me. Oh, I drew prodigiously as a youngster but never seemed to be able to satisfy my over critical self exams. My Mom on the other hand thought enough of them though to actually enroll me in an art class when I was still quite young, something I stuck with for awhile and then continued into both Jr. and Sr. High School. She also (I was surprised to find out here these last few years) actually thought enough about them to have saved a number of them away, something I personally never did with anything I'd ever created. Nope, not a one.
Classically anal is probably the best way to describe me, I always think that I could've done something better, that only if I'd done something just a little different it may've pushed my last work just a notch further up to where I would really like to see it.ÂÂ
Anyhoo, enough about me. I will continue to plug away at this very enjoyable and relaxing medium. I've lots to learn and I'm attempting to try something new or a little different everytime I open D/S and/or my editing programs. Hopefully every once in a while I can create something that you enjoy...
Comments (23)
Tholian
Wow! She's a cute little one. What model is this? Great B'day wish to Jane.
rawdodb
Beautifully Done!!!
TooL_PePe
Gorgeous portrait! Excellent shadow play too
Artus1971
wonderful scene, good render, well done
Cimaira
Wonderful portrait and birthday image.
jendellas
Wonderful Happy Birthday dedi to Jane!!!
momof4rugrats
very sweet and pretty portrait love her eyes they are so kind looking!
renecyberdoc
i dont think jane cares for the cat (this time lol) because she knows this comes form your heart don.very fine gift.
brewgirlca
Nicely done portrait work with soft rich colors.
Stratkat
Excellent Render! Also agree the Shadows are Perfect... Beautiful Character, Hair. Great Eye for Beauty. and she IS a beauty! Superb Work!
Savage_dragon
She's very pretty for a shy little thing. ")
gloriatanta
Gorgeous portrait! Hug!
Rhanagaz
Lovely protrait! I'm sure Jane is fond of this! ;o)
cece7894
Wonderful Image! Happy B-day to Jane and Jenny.
ragouc
Very nice portrait.
Seaview123
Good looking picture!
drifterlee
Beautiful portrait!
WadeB
Sweet portrait to send birthday wishes! She will love this!
pixeluna
I agree, her portrait is amazing. She has those shy eyes like she wanted to say something but can't say what's on her mind. A very nice render and dedi!
JaneEden
Oh thank you so much for this fabulous dedi, you really are amazing. Please don't apologise my dear friend, but I have to say it was so sweet of you, to want to create a scene including cats for me. I love art, and all animals and most of all, my friends here on Rendo, so it is I who should be asking for forgiveness for not being here when you so kindly put this wonderful dedi up. have a fantastic Friday and weekend, hugs Jane xx
alessimarco
Gorgeous portrait! A great dedication!
velleman
Amazing, beautiful, stylish portrait!
Cgaynor
Very pretty-nice work!