From Chris, Paul, and Alisa at HiveWire 3D: Lisa Buckalew, aka Lisa's Botanicals and a founding partner of HiveWire 3D, passed away on February 20, 2021. She will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, and all who knew her or use any of her beautiful products. We miss you and love you, Lisa. What follows is what she originally wrote on her Bio:
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A bit about me? Thanks for asking! :)
Im Lisa, Lee, Mom, or Lisa Marie when Im in trouble! (Hi Mom!) For the past twenty years Ive been married to Jeff and Im the proud Mom to three wonderful boys.
Having been born on September 4, Im a Virgo and yes, a perfectionist. :)
I have a love of horses, books and of art that goes back to my childhood. One of my favorite childhood memories is of my mom reading me Miss Twiggys Tree over and over again. After I learned to read on my own I was hooked. Long after bedtime, my mom often found me under the covers with a flashlight reading the latest Nancy Drew or anything to do with horses book.
As a child, my creativity was always encouraged and I was told that I should pursue a career in art. Most of my childhood drawings and paintings were of faeries and elves living in mushroom worlds and of course there were many, many drawings of horses.
Twenty years ago I was destined for Art School and some formal art training but instead decided to marry and start a family. My artistic interests over the years since have been varied. Ive explored Photography, landscaping, various crafts, sewing, floral arrangement, glass etching, fountain making and Ive become quite good at cake decorating. Now, though, I feel as if Ive come full circle and am beginning another journey starting once again with my first love -- my passion for drawing and painting.
The passing of my son Jeff in the Spring of 2000 nearly destroyed me. It was then that I began using Poser to illustrate my thoughts, ideas and feelings while working through my grief.
With the expert guidance of my very dear friend, Moyra, I was able to complete my first vision, a Terragen/Poser/Photoshop composite I call Making the Journey. From there I have eagerly continued my own journey into the fine art of 3D imagery and am thrilled to be contributing to 3D resources with my own Products for Poser.
Art, expression and imagery for me go hand in hand with the written word and my passion for books has taken me through many experiences and on many adventures. I am currently exploring a variety of New Age titles and poring over the Photoshop Bible.
To me it seems that one cannot read without being inspired to write and I am pleased to say that I am now a published poet. :)
I hope have enjoyed learning a bit about the artist behind the art. Thank you for your interest.
Comments (22)
ComplxMind
May the light of their souls shine brightly forever.
rmg
It is a lovely heart felt picture Lisa, you have done a wonderful job.
Isiolahn
Lisa, thank you. This is beautiful. Knowing what this had to take from you, I appreciate it even more.
OOh Betty
Lovely Lisa!
Tammy
This is beautiful Lisa, the image is touching and your words are very eloquently written and touching as well. We will never forget.
spahrtygirl
Lisa, it's beautiful.
Brandi
Beautiful and very touching Lisa. Warmest wishes to you and yours.
photon
This is a very nice & touching image Lisa.
Heart'Song
Beautifully rendered and said, Lisa. Thank you very much
Joe Ligammari
Thank you. It makes me cry. NYC
Keya
Lisa, this memorial image is just beautiful... a very touching tribute! Extra big hugs!
Hairybiker
Lost for words, Lisa. You've done a beautiful piece of work and I hope you and yours are well at this time... :o)
Seven Wolves
Really good job Lisa. Great imagery. The lights will go on.
pc_artist
may the light of freedom and justice of all shine forever more..
watchfire
Breathtaking...humanity flies above and beyond the tragic with courage, spirit, and resolve...
mqshocker
Thankyou Lisa for this warm felt post.
BaRF
wow, that's beautiful
dawn
Awesome Lisa!!!
Im4Angels
Beautifully done, Lisa
stoney54
Such a beautiful work, thank you Lisa for sharing it with us! :-)
DivineImpact
I'm speechless. Don't know what to say, but this is really powerful and pretty.
MasterAtWork
WOW! spectacular