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Hi, my name is Rich. I was born in 1953 and have lived in San Francisco, CA for 60 years.
For the past few years, I've been busy in another area of my life. I know that I haden't posted during that time and I thank you for all of your comments on my past work. Thank you also for your comments on my most recent posts, as they are very much appreciated.
The versions of Vue that I use are Vue 6 Easel and Vue 7 Fantasy. Neither have any additional Modules. I can only populate one grass object and two tree objects (the Cinnamon tree and the Larch tree which came free with the "Lush Western Mountain Trees" package from C3D), the rest is all done by placing the objects one at a time on the canvas. I manage to make some of my own ground covers (some with flowers) and modify the tree foliage and bark, as well as retexturing or painting any buildings I may use in my scenes. It's quite a challenge having to work with very few options, but it still produces a finished product, one that I can live with and accept, knowing that I've done my best with what I have to work with.
My money goes toward the purchase of any musical instruments and equipment, as opposed to spending it on high-end versions of Vue. But with what versions of Vue I do have, it gets me by and at the same time, I have fun and it does reduce a certain level of stress in my life.—Rich
The gifts that I've been given—Somehow help to keep me sane,
At times when I may struggle—In the depths of all my pain.
You wouldn't know by looking—But it's there in its own way,
And though you might not notice—I still struggle every day.
Rich copyright 2013
10/22/2013
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Comments (56)
Kindredsoul
nice poem and dedi, hope you have a great new year's
poet001
Thank you Phillip and you too... Happy New Year!
EyeOfTheBeholder
Another wonderful image Rich,the water is very effective,and the placement of the trees and grasses is spot on. The beauty of your poetry matches the beauty of your artwork. Have a great New Year.
poet001
Thank you so much Paul, I really appreciate the generous comment and you also have a very Happy New Year!
bebopdlx
Happy New Year to you. Very cool work and dedication.
poet001
Thanks a lot Duncan and I so appreciate your comment. Happy New Year!
Jean_C
Very nice landscape at the seaside, superb lighting and peaceful atmo. Excellent work and dedi, Rich!
poet001
Thank you so much Jean-Claude. I'm really glad the you appreciate this scene! Have a Happy New Year!
Cyve
Fabulous work... Great writing and fantastic image. Happy New Year my friend !!!
poet001
Hi Y'ves... what a wonderful and touching comment and I thank you very much! You have a Happy New Year!
iborg64
wonderful image water and the rocks are particularly well done great job
poet001
Thanks for the very nice comment and for liking the work on the rocks. I appreciate it! Happy New Year to you!
Leije
Great scene, I like the sky and the lighthouse, and the peaceful atmo, superb dedi, Rich !
poet001
Thank you so much Danielle. I am very happy that this scene appeals to you. And for the peace that it brings with it. Thanks again and you have a very Happy New Year!
rbowen
Wonderful work and poem! Very nice dedication! Happy New Year!
poet001
Hi Roula! Thank you so much for your kind words in the comment you left me! I really appreciate it. You also have a safe and Happy New Year and I'll see you in the next!
ladylake
Very nicely done.
poet001
Lyla, thank you so much for your appreciation and for leaving this nice comment. You have a Happy New Year!
Egzariuf
A stunning tribute
poet001
I really appreciate those words and thank you so much for your well-taken comment! You have a great and Happy New Year and may it bring lots of prosperity your way!
jeroni
Happy New Year . Beautiful work
poet001
Thank you so much and I appreciate your nice comment! You also have a Happy New Year!
aeilkema
Lovely and a very happy and blessed new year to you too.... of course :-)
poet001
Thank you so much Benjamin! Love the comment and I appreciate the kind words. You have a great New Year and I'll see you soon!
magnus073
Rich, I was very moved by this beautiful and thoughtful dedication for Steve. Thank you for brightening my evening with this thoughtful presentation. May you have a Happy New Year
poet001
Thank you so much Dave and I am really appreciative of your nice comment. I'm glad that it brightened up your evening and that you found it very moving as well. You have a safe and a Happy New Year too!
jimlad
Happy New Year Rich to you and your family...wonderful scene..the water is superb
poet001
Hi Jim... Thanks for the very nice greeting and comment you left. And for finding the water to be superb. I appreciate all the comments you leave me and they are very much appreciated. Happy New Year to you and your family as well!
misty7j3
Very beautiful image and dedication!!! I've always loved lighthouses.....there's just something magical and special about them. I've often thought that it would be fun to be able to live in a lighthouse, and shine that "beam" of light out into the darkness of the ocean.....to guide the ships safely thru the night.....I'd luv to do that!!!! "lol" Very nice job my friend.....and a very "Happy New Year" to you and your family.....take care and God bless...
poet001
Hi Misty... Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for acknowledging this dedication. As for the lighthouse... I've always wanted to be able to care for and live in a lighthouse as well. The ocean and it's soothing affect and as you say... to be a beacon to those in need. It's nice to have that common desire and thank you for sharing that. I appreciate your sincerity and for liking my work. You have a very Happy New Year as well and I will see you in 2014. Take care and God Bless you too!
netsuke
An amazing image and dedication - superior work.
poet001
Thanks so much for the nice comment and I'm glad that you appreciate it! You have a Happy New Year!!!
eekdog
i highly appreciate your kindness and friendship, Rich, and i'm honored for this beautiful dedi you've done for me. sure warms the heart. and lighthouse are amongst my favorites, wow! such grasping beauty! wonderful poem attached to this masterpiece. wish i ws there right now in the lighthouse. 10+ wondering right now if i will still be getting unemployment checks.. thank you a million and Happy New Year.. best zoomed..
poet001
Hi Steve... You are so very welcome and it was my pleasure to bless you as you have me. I'm really glad that you liked it and that it did in deed, warm your heart. It's funny how you mentioned the lighthouse, because when I thought of you and what I'd like to do, that very thing popped into mind. So there you go! And I too, at times, picture myself being a caretaker of a lighthouse somewhere on this earth. And I'm equally as glad that you liked the poem, I'm glad that it came together well with the picture and with the intent of it speaking to your heart. And I'm glad it did! And the Lord knows your situation Steve and He will supply all your needs and at the proper time. So you hold on and I'll be praying that somehow, God's blessing comes through. You have a great heart and He knows that. And that is something that pleases Him. Again, you're welcome and have a Happy New Year my friend. God Bless! —Rich
mgtcs
Very beautiful image and poem, touching dedication for a great artist and friend! Loved it! 10*
poet001
You're so kind Monica and thank you so much for the lovely comment! And yes, Steve is such a wonderful person and a great artist as well. He is very deserving of all the gratitude that comes his way. Thank you for your encouragement and for your friendship and I wish you a very Happy New Year!!!
JuliSonne
A beautiful view from the mountain down to the lighthouse, which rotates calm and steady the light and shows us the way. Lighthouses seem to me always like a rock in the surf. A wonderful dedi for Steve. All the best for 2014! Juli
poet001
Hi Juli and thank you! Yes, a lighthouse has a way of bringing security and guidance. Very beautifully said and described, using a good choice of words! And I'm glad you like the dedi to Steve as he is very deserving of it. I wish you a very Happy New Year (it's 11:00 pm here now) and all the best in whatever you do in 2014!
VEDES
Amazing art work!!!Happy New Year
~poet001
Thank you so much for the nice comment and Happy New Year to you too!
RodS
A beautiful work of art, and a great dedication to one of the kindest and most talented artists on Rendo!
poet001
You said it so very well. And yes, Steve is a very kind person and extremely talented as well. So thank you for your comment and Happy New Year to you!!!
giulband
friendship is a great thing!!!!! Happy new year!!
poet001
Yes it is and we all have that to be thankful for here on Renderosity and in our own personal lives as well. Thank you for you wonderful comment! And Happy New Year to you too!!!
byteline
Best wishes for you in the new year 2014. Wonderful words in this poem and excellent picture!
poet001
Thank you so much Ule for the very touching comment! And for appreciating the artwork and poem. It was a fun thing for me to do and I really wanted it to speak to Steve's heart. He is such a good person and very generous as well. Happy New Year and thank you for your very nice comment!
E-Nomime
Я с огромным удовольствием посмотрела ВСЮ Вашу галерею. Она меня потрясла! У Вас великолепные работы. Замечательные сцены природы, шикарное небо. Тонкая передача цвета. Мастерское освещение. Браво! 10+++++++++++++++
poet001
Thank you so much for the nice comment and Happy New Year to you!
moochagoo
Very nice view and work :)
poet001
Thank you for the nice comment! I appreciate the fact that you like what I did for Steve. He deserves every bit of it and more. Thanks again and Happy New Year!!!
AZisProductions
A great way to start a new year. A beautiful picture and words to keep in our hearts all through the year. Beautiful work and timeless truth. Thanks Rich for sharing.
poet001
You are so very welcome Dave and thank you for your very sincere comment and for appreciating this dedi for Steve. I'm glad you made it through last night and took the time to comment on this today. Have a great day and you have a very Happy 2014!!!
jocko500
love the words here and he is a wonderful artist. and happy new years
poet001
Thank you so much for the kind words, I'm glad you like this. And yes, Steve is very good at what he does! And thank you for taking the time to have a look and leave you very nice comment. Happy New Year to you too and have a great rest of the week!!!
sossy
your touching and impressive poem talks about your feelings and a very special friendship! the render also is filled with emotions and that there is always a light (like friendship) in dark days which gives us hope and love! ;o)
poet001
Thank you for the acknowledgement in both the poem and the light. They go hand-in-hand and even in the darkness, the light exposes the love that is that is in one's heart. Very well said Rita and Happy New Year!
wholehog
First class piece of work Rich! Sincerely conceived and expertly realized! And a Happy New Year to you too!! :-)
poet001
I am deeply touched by your comment here Pete and thank you very much! I am happy that you can appreciate my work in the manor in which your comments reflect. Thank you for your sincerity and for all your past comments. May the New Year bless you and give you the desires of your heart!
Domi48
Superb!
poet001
Thanks a lot Domi... your comments are always appreciated! Happy New Year to you!!!