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My First Painting
My interest in art began in 1996 and got more serious in 1998, when I did an online tutorial by Al Dawson, learning computer 2d painting. (see painting .. lol) After playing with that for a while my interests then turned towards 3d art and I bought Bryce 2, just to see, if indeed, it was the direction I was leaning. I became addicted and purchased Bryce 4, which was the current release of the program at the time.
I dabbled a bit with Poser 4, just to have the ability to get some 'human' element into some of my renders. I found the software and the interface so frustrating that my interest in it never really peaked. I also upgraded to P5 and then to P6, but still found the software too frustrating for my tastes. I admire the artists who do such great work with Poser, but just found it to not be my 'cup of tea' .. so to speak.
I am a retired person so am able to devote a large amount of time doing what I love most. Art has become a very important part of my life, sometimes frustrating, but eventually rewarding. Some of it mediocre, some that I like very much and a lot that remains unfinished. I do most of my art work during the winter months as I spend a lot of time outdoors during the summer.
My main current art tools include Bryce 6.1, Photoshop 6 (an old version, I know, but it works for me) and a little bit of Poser 6.
I love all kinds of music, always have and find it so inspiring when doing art. Whether it be instrumental, lyrics or both.
Favorite current music/artists:
1) Would have to be anything by Barbra Streisand. Long time fan of her's since her beginning. 60's? Dating myself.
2) Andrea Bocelli .. favorite dvd/cd "Under The Desert Sky"
3) Chris Botti .. "Italia" .. haunting trumpet, love his "Nessun Dorma" and most everyone's version of this. Love the entire cd!
Many more, but all for now.
Thanks for reading and all the great comments/views on my images.
Comments (18)
macrey18
excellent texture and image
iranatelier
arrechisimo ,alucinante,espectacular ,cheverisimo
dido6
gorgeous render! Very nice portrait!
kbade
Nicely lit to show off the texture, and you darkened the nostrils (glowing nostrils always bug me). I would try working for a less neutral expression on her face, however.
rocker333
Beautiful! :-)
BonBonish
Very nice artwork! -- B.B.
Sowelu
Yes, you did a very excellent Work :o)
Krid
great realistic portrait
dolfijntjes
Wow she's beautiful
1010
Looks like a photo, very well done. Gorgeous render!
divishow
Beautiful work!
RubyLips
Very , Very ..Life like ...gorgeous green eyes, skin tone and lips are perfect!
PhilW
Nice lighting and as you say, the skin texture is terrific!
MagikUnicorn
Wonderful Green eyes ;-)
uk601
wonderful portrait. very beautiful skin texture
ShadowsNTime
She is beautiful, great lighting and perfect mood!
moochagoo
Excellent 3D portrait !
JeffG7BRJ
I have great admiration for people like yourself, I would not believe this was a render, it looks so lifelike. Superb work. I like the rest of your gallery as well. Bravo!!!!!