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# Statistics
Favourites: 3594; Deviations: 128; Watchers: 129
Watching: 373; Pageviews: 28595; Comments Made: 739; Friends: 373
# Interests
Favorite visual artist: JW WaterhouseFavorite movies: The Princess Bride
Favorite TV shows: Doctor Who
Favorite bands / musical artists: Gotye
Favorite books: The Light Princess
Favorite writers: George Macdonald
Favorite games: Fallout 3
Tools of the Trade: Macbook 17" laptop, Intuos 3 A5 tablet, Photoshop, Painter, pen, pencil, paper, watercolour.
Other Interests: Childrens books, movies, music, games, art
# About me
I studied Fine Art at University straight after graduating in High School, majoring in Painting (though unfortunately learning more about the theory of art rather than the practical and technical).I went onto being a sales assistant at a picture framers for a number of years, only drawing the occasional sketch (university had burnt me out - I loathed to paint).
The next couple of years I dabbled in various jobs but after a stint at being an accounts assistant I was driven to pursue my childhood love of illustration.
So I went back to school, unfortunately there was no school specialising in illustration so the next best thing was to study Graphic Design which had a unit in illustration.
I worked as a graphic designer for about a year but it just wasn't me. During this time I joined a few online art groups (deviantART being one of them), I partook in a number of online art challenges (which I still continue to do). During this time I made friends with a number of very talented and important people (one of which is my boyfriend). Through my connections with these artists I was made aware of the vast number of opportunities, conferences and conventions there were overseas.
I made the decision to head to the US. I have been the US 3 times now during which time I completed a year at a comic school which helped me to work on some necessary skills including speed, organisation and some practical techniques like inking and flatting colours. I also was able to sample some of the awesome conventions the US has, the last one - Illuxcon - which made me realise I have a lot more to improve on if I'm to become a professional illustrator.
So here I am today, still a work in progress, but an illustrator nonetheless more determined than ever to make a go at becoming a professional illustrator.
# Comments
Comments: 89
artybel In reply to BalloonPrincess [2019-11-21 14:45:52 +0000 UTC]
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BalloonPrincess In reply to artybel [2019-11-21 15:29:03 +0000 UTC]
No worries, honey. Β A lot of people are busy with other things these days. Β
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MilseMelk [2014-05-04 17:19:36 +0000 UTC]
Thanks a lot for adding some of my photos to your collection!
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Lormet-Images [2014-04-05 18:51:13 +0000 UTC]
Thanks so much for adding a couple of my stock photos of 4 year old Japanese dancers in Kimonos to your collection, I really appreciate it. Β
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Suzanne-Helmigh [2014-02-25 14:31:17 +0000 UTC]
Hi !
I came across your deviantart page and I'd just wish to say
Keep up the great work and never give up on your dreams.
Have a great day!
Suzanne
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theperian [2014-01-09 17:36:02 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for adding 'Erato ' to your collection!
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sculptor101 [2014-01-03 14:29:41 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for the fave and watch!!
Your artworks are great!!
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KevinNichols [2014-01-01 22:38:07 +0000 UTC]
That painting was pure digital-But if I have a commision I'll do a color sketch in the computer ,Have a giclee print made to size on canvas-Then overpaint-Ultimate in laziness but but quick & effective.
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stupidorc [2013-11-04 10:56:47 +0000 UTC]
Hello there,
thanks for adding my photo
I'm glad you like it.
Have a nice day.
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Astalo [2013-11-02 17:31:08 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for adding my dining set to your favourites.
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BANDSandINK [2013-11-01 16:55:31 +0000 UTC]
Hey, btw I'm currently offering free commissions, for more information just check out my profile! Thanks
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xAlienor [2013-09-18 13:12:21 +0000 UTC]
Thank /you/ for creating beautiful art I had to pause and stare at in awe.
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Cmac13 [2013-09-14 13:46:30 +0000 UTC]
welcome to Β Β Β
FYI: the rules Β watercolorists.deviantart.com/β¦ of the group
we look forward to seeing your work
Β #watercolorists
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Astalo [2013-08-14 22:37:10 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for adding my belt & bag set to your favorites.
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artybel In reply to Astalo [2013-09-08 19:00:00 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome thanks for the great reference material.
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artybel In reply to ogo13 [2013-09-08 19:01:08 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome - thanks for the great photos
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artybel In reply to MemoriesOfTime97 [2013-09-08 19:01:34 +0000 UTC]
No worries thanks for the lovely photos
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artybel In reply to Arasiyris [2013-09-08 19:02:58 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome thanks for producing such beautiful and authentic costumes
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artybel In reply to SomniumDantis [2013-09-08 19:06:09 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome I love the Pre-Raphaelites you might like my latest painting which is a tribute to JW Waterhouse' Lady of Shalott
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AtelierSylpheCorsets [2012-10-22 11:23:02 +0000 UTC]
Many thanks for the Deviant Watch, you're very welcome.
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deaconfrost78 [2012-08-05 17:50:32 +0000 UTC]
Hi Belinda
Thank you very much for faving Blue
IΒ΄m glad you like it Please feel free to join in later to see my if you got time
Best wishes
Joe
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Arasiyris [2012-08-05 16:26:02 +0000 UTC]
Thanks so much for all the favs and the watch! ^^
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