I am the author Lyle Aryn. Writing is my first love, my one true passion. Every since I was able to string a sentence together, it's all I've wanted to do. Websites where you can find my work and more are below.
I started using Daz Studio October 23rd of 2018, just as something to dink around with. I'd been signed up with the sight for a while, and would occasionally remember to check for freebies. I was surprised at what I had when I finally loaded up the program. I just started playing around with it, figuring it out. I'd say about 92% of what I've learned in the program I've learned just by playing around with it.
In December I went from being a dutiful son looking after his mom, to the full-time, no nights or weekends off, caretaker of my Mom. As someone who struggles with depression, anxiety and a mood disorder or two, this change has had a drastic impact on my own personal care and well-being. I turned to my blossoming love of doing digital art as a way to cope with the mountains of stress on my shoulders. I do miniature painting, too. But when you haven't slept in 4 days, handling a brush can be very messy. Not being able to paint to my own personal satisfaction was making this avenue of relaxation increasingly frustrating.
Daz Studio has an undo button that you just don't get with painting miniatures.
As my skill with the program grows, so does my confidence. I did the cover to my fifth novel, "Because the Night" using Daz Studio, as well as new covers for two previous releases. (Though they haven't been updated just yet.)
I'm looking to always improve my artistic work, no matter what the medium, and Daz Studio is no different.
If you like my work, be sure to check out my Amazon storefront, and follow me on Facebook for updates on what's going on in the world of Lyle.
https://www.facebook.com/LyleAryn/
https://www.amazon.com/Lyle-Aryn/e/B076N1DQ9C
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Comments (11)
Saby55
Beautiful portrait!!! Really well done 👍🙋♂️
LyleAryn
Thanks!
Tracesl
excellent
LyleAryn
Thank you my friend.
jdwtrxk
Couple thinks Lyle... First, Sorry to hear about your mother. Went through something similar with my mother some years back and it's still not the same. Second. Do what you need to do to get things sorted. The art and comics will be there when you're ready, and we'll be here to look. Third. The character looks great. Guessing you've used one of Prae's hair sets, which is a lot better than the other. If your friend is offended by looking like this character, she needs an attitude adjustment on the matter. I'd be flattered...
LyleAryn
Yup! Used a set from Prae this time.
She wasn't so much as offended as a little creeped out. I don't think it helps that I'm in love with her. Which she knows. However, honestly, I didn't see the connection myself. Now that it's been pointed out...
Problem is, I have another character that I think looks almost exactly like her that I won't even load up. Now to be careful with Khemsit? Ugh. It's ok. This version is just fine.
dakotajaroo
cool portrait
LyleAryn
Thanks! Though I think she looks a little hot.
RodS
I think she looks fantastic, Lyle - you really did a fantastic job on her, and the hair is a lot better. Agree with jdwtrxk on this person being offended - makes no sense.
It can be really challenging to be motivated at times. Going through some of that myself with all the bulls##t going on in the world lately. I sometimes have to force myself to sit down and work on my TNS story, but once I get started, the world seems to recede into the background. We all have to process life in our own way, and our own time. Take the time you need, my friend. We'll still be here.
Take care of yourself first.
LyleAryn
I'm getting there. Slowly, but I am. Things move at a glacial pace sometimes, and then I wake up and realize October is over and I haven't finished my book as I planned. Going to be an awkward NaNoWriMo, but then it was last year, too.
miwi
Very beautiful character, fantastic image, she looks really gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LyleAryn
She does! Thanks for the support!
STEVIEUKWONDER
Your Mum needs you at your best right now but you need respite care arranged for your Mum while there is still time. I have cared for two Wives and a Mother with cancer and I know just a little of how you must be feeling. Sadly, things are different where you live and there is no National Health Service where a short term Hospice place could be arranged for your Mum. It's amazing what these people at the Hospice can do for her quality of life. She doesn't have to be terminally ill, but those Hospices really are such caring places. Stay safe! sincerely, Steve
LyleAryn
I have suggested some short-term care and have been soundly rebuked for it. My Grandma was abused in a care home, so Mom is pretty adamant that she stays out of them. I worry though, because I know eventually she'll reach a point beyond my ability to care for.
beachsidelegs
This is a beautiful image my friend, I am so sorry to hear about your mother and I am sad to hear you are feeling so down please look after yourself too your health is everything at this moment in time...Big hug to you my friend.
LyleAryn
You know, it's funny because people keep telling me to look after myself, and to do what makes me feel good, and so on. It can be disheartening because what would really make me happy is just not being so alone in the whole thing. Sure, Mom lives with me but it isn't the same. I'm her caregiver. And on those days when I'm struggling the most, I just want somebody there for me.
LyleAryn
Thank you all
ikke.evc
I agree with jdwtrxk and RodS. Do what you have to do and w'll be here when you're ready. Take care of yourself and do what you can. Hope that your mother beats the odds.
LyleAryn
Me too. Thank you very much for the support.
daggerwilldo
With what you are going through, i hope you don't beat yourself up and that you take things at your own pace. There are so many things we don't control and that all we can do is respond to, and try to make more positive. You keep the faith !!!!
LyleAryn
Just gotta keep the plates spinning.