I am a developing artist working on improving my abilities to create beautiful digital landscape compositions. Without the help and suggestions of the many fellow artists in this community, it would be a long time before I reach the next level.
BIO
I am a retired procurement professional who has long had an interest in photography and painting; and, lately in computers and photorealistic natural landscapes. I hope to become more proficient and perfect my abilities to produce acceptable work. My experience in art started at a very early age when I would spend many hours sketching and painting. I had instruction at The Art Institute in Chicago, Illinois. I did some freelance work for Flying Models, Model Airplane News and Top Flite Models creating plans and illustrative construction sequences for magazines and kit models. I had spent more than 20 years designing, building and flying radio controlled model airplanes...a very rewarding hobby for me. During the 1970s, I spent 11 years in the hobby of "bonsai"; the Japanese art of miniature trees. In my first 7 tree entry in a contest, all 7 trees were awarded ribbons in various categories. Japanese landscaping became a passion for me where I completed a 3 year project creating a Japanese landscape around my home in Oak Forest, Illinois. I also did this work for several other people in our community. In 1987 I moved to Phoenix, Arizona where I currently make my home. The love of the American southwest and all its beauty is where I wanted to spend the rest of my life. Now that we have computers, digital cameras; and, Terragen; I'll have enough to do for a long, long time.
Comments (80)
Fire_angel
I love it...wonderful!!
Petra-S
Sehr realistisch und super sch! Vor allem das Meer mit dem Wellengang!
Fahrenheit451
A beautiful Masterpiece!
adm5050
Oh wow, now this is very realistic, for me this is the best yet from you and that is saying something. Awesome piece of work Bob!!
ariz
V Look Bob I know this is a photo and not a render.. I can see where the "Processed by Kodak" was airbrushed out.. :O) Ecellent...
Saurav
This is realism cross with fantasy. Wonderful colours and a style that is unmistakably yours. With unbeatable water, texturs and beautiful lighting, I think this is one of your best Bob. Vote
pclavett
Bob this is your best yet !!!! This is a masterpiece and I am honored to work on the Carta project with you ! This will be tough to surpass ! Absolutely outstanding at all levels ! This is a VOTE for sure ! You have outdone yourself my friend ! Bravo!
gradient
Wow Bob!...I totally agree with pclavett...this is your best work! The surfaces, the lighting and esp. the water are fantastic. The detail is also incredible...don't know if anyone noticed the horizon...very real and very XLT.
padawancats
Wonderful Bob!
choronr
My goodness. I truly thank you all. This is one of the best responses to a picture I have ever received...again; thank you all!
tavili
Perfect!!! V
Martchi
Wonderful Bob, MasterpieceV
LutzB
Belongs to your personal Top 3 images, impeckable!
Micter
I agree with Saurav : one of your best ! And this is not your originaly type of picture ! Surface, sky, water ... everything is excellent here ! Excellent job ! Go on with the carta project !
wizardofnoz
Bob, this is marvellous. I love the sky and the POV.
1pearl
Excellent !!!!
EoinArmstrong
Bloody hell, Bob! That's a bit good! Excellent surface, water and sky/atmo; great pov and lighting! V + Fave
classyladytwo
v it is so real looking like I can just feel the cold water around my feet awesome water fab work on it.
Snow_Angel
Extraordinary image Bob! Really a wonderful job on the terrain,surface,Pov and water, love this so much, it is one of your greats!! V :)
mzoli
This a MASTERPIECE ! Wonderful world +++ ! Perfect image ! V
mad-mick
Hi Bob this is brillant work,and looks like a photo from the coast where i live.V
HeikoH
Excellent done!
Simplicity
Bob Sorry I am commenting this late. This is a SPLENDID render Everything fits very well. V
tharakes
stunning work
MoppelundWilli
excellent water and surface work!!!
bebert
* S U P E R B ***
i-popba
Excellent. surface...love water.
badan
Now that's what I call a BEAUTIFUL image! Superb work on the water, one of the most realistic I've ever seen! BRAVO!
tallpindo
The rapid change of dimension almost needs a decompression chamber. Cool foam!
twistednoodle
I think the lighting makes this picture! I can't believe I missed it! Love the realism and definitely deserves the rank I give it!