Hibiscus - Digital Art

Hibiscus - Digital Art

The basis of this digital artwork is an actual watercolor painting (see my art blog) I did this week. Hope you like it!

New Studio Companion

Cloe at 3 Months

Yes, she is as sweet as she looks. Her big brother Chance (rescue dog adopted this Jan.) definitely is wary of her. We think it's because he has chronic ear problems and of course, Chloe goes right for his big floppy ears! Currently, we aren't able to let Chloe on the floor in the vicinity of Chance. Our lives are governed by where the pet gates are placed! It is so wonderful to have this little one in the studio. I miss our beloved old Megan (world-class studio Buddy) so Chloe is certainly a blessing to me every day.

Trip to the Zoo

Last weekend, my daughter and I took our cameras to the local zoo. We had a wonderful day and took some great shots. The weather was warm and sunny and the zoo was full of interesting people!

Hint of Spring

Wild Crocus - Click Image for Better View

My backyard is basically a wooded area and where I spend quite a bit of time with my camera. This is where we always take our dog to "do his business". I always take him through there before we go on our walk so he doesn't leave a present on a neighbors sidewalk. Earlier this week, before I took Chance out for his walk, I was delighted to find this patch of wild crocus in bloom back in the woods. What a sign of hope it was! I am not a winter person and I long for the day when it's sunny and warm again. Today, I noticed that many more were beginning to bloom. Spring is not too far away!

Zoey

Zoey is a chocolate and tan cocker spaniel puppy. She's 10 weeks old and full of love and lots of energy. Here she is at rest after a morning of running and playing with her new sibling, Roxie. Roxie is an adorable miniature pincher who has welcomed this newcomer into her home quite graciously. These wonderful pets do not live with us but are part of our family of precious pooches. Zoey is an intelligent little girl who loves to run and play but immediately settles for a snuggle when picked up. Well, I guess she's pretty much perfect! Welcome to the family, Zoey!

Backyard Bird Watching

Dark-eyed Junco

I have moved this smaller feeder closer to the house and the birds are somewhat skiddish about perching on it. This junco however, was too hungry to be shy! Click on image to enlarge.

Dark-eyed Junco

I need to add water to the birdbath!

Purple Finch
I thought at first this was a house finch but I think this is a purple finch. What do you think? He's enjoying a big sunflower seed!

Purple Finch

Beautiful!

Porsche 914 Digital Art Commission

11" x 14" Digital Art Commission

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My client races this Porsche 914. He commissioned me to create this artwork from his digital image. Wow, that was fun. The car is beautiful and my goal was to create art that is edgey and gives the impression of power and speed. Do you feel I accomplished it? My client also ordered the print as a poster with text added. It's going to look great as a glossy poster! Digital art is surprisingly reasonable and makes a wonderful momento or gift.

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Temptation - Digital Art

Digital Art

What an Angel! Doesn't that expression just make you want to hand over all the cookies and candy? We are fortunate to have lots of little ones in our extended family. Having them around at Christmas is such a treat! Click on the image for a better view. You can receive my latest blog posts in your inbox. Just go to the box at the top right of my blog to subscribe. All email addresses are kept totally confidential.

Pigeon Point Lighthouse - Digital Art

Pigeon Point Lighthouse - Digital Art

We flew in the Fall of 2007 to San Diego for the wedding of dear friends. After the wedding, we rented a car and over the next week traveled from San Diego to San Francisco. Visiting the Pigeon Point Lighthouse was one of the highlights of the trip. Near Santa Cruz, it is a stunning sight against the California Coast as you approach it. It is one of the tallest lighthouses in America and has been guiding mariners since 1872. The keepers quarters has been restored and is now utilized as a hostel. The clean lines and vintage buildings made this a natural for a transformation into digital art. If you ever get the chance, go visit this historic landmark. Click here for more information. Watch this blog for more of the California coast images!

Chaos!

Digital Art

This digital art image was created for a member of Organized Chaos, a local softball team. These guys love the game and have achieved a nice balance between the spirit of competition and the joyful camaraderie that makes for a great adult recreational team. The original photograph was taken by my daughter. It was delightful to take it a step further into digital art. Doesn't this one just make you smile?

Looking Forward to Spring! 914 Porsche

Digital Art - Porsche 914

I took this shot last spring when we got the Porsche out of the garage for its annual preparation for the spring and summer season. My husband had just washed the car in the side yard so I got a couple of shots to work with and had fun giving it that edgey, creative look that I love to do. Digital art is a great way to create a keepsake from that digital photo of an important event or special possession such as our 914 Porsche. My husband loves this one!

A Light Dusting of Snow

More shots down by the river on a snowy morning.

Wintery Dock

I love the snow and overnight we received a light dusting which turned everything into a magical feast for the eyes. As soon as it was light, I grabbed my camera while the ice crystals were still in the air and went for a walk. Several shots begged to be more than simple photographs. This digital art is the result of one of those shots. I hope you like it!

The River Bench

We are fortunate to live on a road that dead-ends at a beautiful river. I often photograph the dock and river and sometimes just sit on this bench and enjoy the beauty of nature. This morning there was a light dusting of snow and everything was frosted with ice. I grabbed my camera and went for a walk. This shot of my favorite bench was a perfect candidate for digital artwork. I always enjoy working magic with photographs and this one was especially fun. I hope you like it!

Commissioned digital artwork is amazingly affordable. Click here for information.

Paving the Way to Increased Productivity

On my Sketchbook - Watercolor Washes with Ink

Check out my plan on my art blog: http://www.dorisglovier.blogspot.com/ !

Notice of Beginner's Watercolor Class!

I know this is my photography blog but I wanted to let you know I'm teaching a beginner's watercolor class during February at the Delmarva Discovery Center. This watercolor painting is the project for the class. It's a scene from the docks right there at the Center on the Pocomoke River. You can click on the painting for an enlarged view.

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Oh, Christmas Tree.....

Favorites on the Tree This Year

Oh Christmas Tree.....

Chance - Our new 5 year old baby!

Favorite Christmas Decorations This Year

Holiday Desert

The Finish to a Delightful Lunch

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During the holidays, we met up with family members at a favorite central location on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. We had lunch at the restaurant at Bay Creek. As always, the meal was delicious and I couldn't help but snap a photo of this luscious desert. It was every bit as delicious as it was gorgeous! See that little cup of chocolate mousse? Even the tiny cup is made of luscious chocolate! Happy New Year to all of my friends and thanks for subscribing to my photo blog! Best wishes for a fabulous 2009!

Megan, Digital Art Portrait

Megan, in the kitchen with her best begging face on!

Megan, Beloved Friend

11 Year Old Megan

The joy of this holiday season was dampened by the loss of our beloved Megan. She became very ill late on Christmas Eve. Although we rushed her to the local pet ER on Christmas morning and again to our own vet the day after Christmas Day, she departed this life in the arms of our daughter who helped us raise her. She was beloved by all who knew her and our years with her were greatly enriched by her sweet disposition and devotion to her family. No more kisses on that velvet face... no more little doggie kisses on my chin... Good-bye my sweet old girl. We will miss you always!

More Fun on The Nature Trail

Digital Photography

I have really enjoyed the local nature trail this fall. The DelMarVa Discovery Center is sponsoring a nature trail photography contest. These are a few I did not enter into the competition. I really like them but the photos are supposed to capture the essence of the trail and there were others I thought were a better representation of the theme. You can click on the images for a better view. What do you think of this self portrait?? : )

Hosting the American Robin

Digital Photography

Digital Photography

Digital Photography

I admit it...I am a birdwatcher! My studio has two large windows in it facing our backyard. My camera is generally mounted on my tripod at the window with the best view of the backyard and bird feeders. I have several feeders and enjoy hosting and photographing my visitors. There have always been robins in the area but never near the feeders, much to my dismay. However, suddenly they descended this weekend upon the two berry producing trees near the feeders. They were frantic in their sudden pursuit of the new found treats. Their gluttony was fascinating to watch. I got some nice shots and am sharing them with you today. Click on the image for an enlarged view. If you haven't already, click on the box on the top right side of my blog to subscribe if you'd like to get my latest posts in your inbox. I hope you enjoy the shots!

Commissioned Digital Artwork - Porsche 914

Digital Artwork - Commissioned

I guess it's pretty obvious that we are Porsche enthusiasts. We are members of PCA (Potomac Region) and several online groups. This client from one of my groups, emailed me a digital photo of his 914 which was parked in his driveway. It was fun to work on because the car is similar to ours. It was an excellent candidate for digital artwork as the quality was sufficient for my purposes. However, the neighborhood houses did not present a suitable background for the artwork. I placed his car on a background that had an interesting horizon in the distance and a very dramatic sky. Then I proceeded to create the art from that composition. I'm happy to say that my client loved the results. Click on the image for a better view.

Digital Art - An Explanation

Since I have been posting my digital artwork, several people have emailed me about what it actually is. I thought since I've had several enquiries, I'd post a before and after image. So here goes!

This is the ho-hum "before" photo

Some may recognize this reference photo from a painting I did last year.

This is the digital art created from the photo

As you can see, the "before photo" was a nice but standard photograph taken on a back road with little in the way of interesting background. The digital artwork I created from the photo shows off the vintage Porsche beautifully against a vivid background. Most of the elements in the photo were used but I removed some of the telephone and electric poles and created more visual contrast. This is perfect for enlarging and framing as a photo or making into a large poster. If you're looking for the perfect and very personal Christmas gift, I happen to have special pricing for the holidays. Digital art is very affordable and can be created from photos of all kinds of subjects as you can see from other posts on this blog. I'd be happy to email you the info. Just click here.

Local Architecture in Digital Artwork

Digital Art - St. James Farm

Digital Art - Abandoned Farm

Digital Art - Pitts Creek Presbyterian Church

Some examples of what I can do with everyday digital photographs. Enhancing and digitally altering them can turn the commonplace photo into a beautiful, dynamic image. These buildings are all so interesing architecturally that I wanted to interpret them artistically. I hope you like them! Click on them for a larger image.