Hi there! My name is Victoria, and I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California (but live elsewhere now). I first became interested in computer graphics some time circa 1995 when my dad gave me this CD package of some new, up-and-coming computer software at the time which included Aldus Photostyler and KAI PowerTools. I went home that day and created some silly little piece and after that I was totally hooked. A few years later a friend introduced me to Photoshop, and it was love at first sight. Since then I have been teaching myself all things Photoshop. About two years ago I came across an ad in a magazine for DAZ Studio. I had always been a little intimidated by 3D graphics, thinking it was way too hard to do, but I decided to give it a shot anyways. Now I'm equally obsessed (if not more so) with all things 3D as well.Â
My art is a mixture of DAZ Studio, Poser, Photoshop CS5 and Filter Forge. My other tools of the trade include Hexagon, Silo, ZBrush and Vue, and I also do black & white digital photography and photo restoration on the side. I am a huge fan of classic artists like Salvador Dali, Calder and Leonardo da Vinci, but am also strongly influenced and inspired by the works of contemporaries like Jack Pedota, David Ho, Luis Royo, Olivia and many of my fellow Renderosity artists who continue to inspire me on a daily basis.
I have several college degrees including a BA in English Writing, a BA in Anthropology, and an MS in Evolutionary Ecology (a subdiscipline of Anthropology).I think my ultimate goal with my graphics - what I really hope to get out of all of this - is to create something truly beautiful one day that either someone will deeply appreciate in their heart or that will inspire someone to create something beautiful. Thanks for stopping by . . . and happy rendering!V.
Comments (30)
Miwekhy
Another style for her, but she's always so lovely. The lighting is beautiful and she has a sweet expression. Her red gown is awesome and the background is adding a nice touch. Wonderful portrait. Have a great weekend too. :)
MTeslaMoon
Very elegant!
CnS
Very Pretty!!
amaranthine
Beautiful work
Valery3D
Beautiful work Sweetie! :)
Tako_Yakida
Nice pose and drape of that gown!
odile
Lovely! The color palette is beautiful! And good luck with Vue. I'm looking forward to seeing your posts!
Madbat
Beautful image, I love the crimson tones! Have a great weekend yourself!
jwdell
Absolutely gorgeous!!!!
Diemamker
WOW!! what a pretty lady!!...your work is outstanding!!...
RodS
WOOOOOOOOOOW, Vic! Just gorgeous - elegant and sexy - a beautiful render, my dear friend! Lovely work all the way 'round, and another beautiful character! I just got Sundari a couple days ago - can't wait to give her a go!
Faemike55
She is very lovely Excellent work
julesart
Wow! She looks gorgeous! You did a fantastic job!
eekdog
just love how you bring out her natural beauty Victoria, your image is so fab! 8++
mgtcs
Absolutely charming and beautiful my friend, excellently done!
brycek
Lovely image!!
Zathyn
Gorgeous portrait and I adore those colours! Beautiful :^)
pixeluna
She is so gorgeous and I love the subtle lighting you used here. Very classy!
KimberlyC
Beautiful!!! :)
HADCANCER
In a pretty dress too...I guess that would make the title too long...hehe Song I heard on viewing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4Tii6FQVYA
RenderSas
magnificent :)
Hexekati
Absolutly pretty!
twelvemark21
Marvelous work!! Beautiful colors and lighting.
nefertiabet
Wow, so pretty girl and composition, love it!!! Happy Easter my frind :-)
alessimarco
~Very pretty indeed! Beautiful render!~
lunchlady
So pretty and elegant!! I absolutely love the lighting here!!!
anitalee
Excellent
Bez
Lovely image :) Pretty character too :)
Arah
wow! lovely!!!
brewgirlca
That sure doesn't look like you put her onto a premade background. Her shadow on floor and wall is skillfully done.