shribiekus [2006-04-02 14:36:32 +0000 UTC]

Wow, you are crazy good!
Waiting for your next work!


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The List of Pin-up Artists

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londonxpress [2004-12-21 00:07:25 +0000 UTC]

I hate leaving generic messages on user pages, but it’s a hard habit to break – and since I’m writing to so many people there really is no other way to go about it. Sorry if this all seems redundant, I’ll do my best to make this letter as warm and personal as possible.

The year is drawing to a close; so much has happened over the past twelve months in my life, and in some respects I’m still trying to make sense of it all! DeviantArt has played a major part in my life over the past year – it has shaped me as a person more than University ever has – and I have all of you to thank for that.

During high school my father handed me a leather bag – I didn’t know what the contents were. When I opened it up I found to my delight an old Pentax 35mm with an assortment of lenses. I was thrilled. I had never tried my hand at photography before but immediately went out to the nearest store, picked up some film and joined the school newspaper. A week later I got my first rolls of film back – all underexposed and ruined. I had failed miserably and put the camera away in my closet.

In early 2003 I took a trip to Quebec City for the Winter Carnival – and I took the camera with me. In April of that year a good friend from High School introduced me to DeviantArt. I submitted some of my photos from the trip (that were not underexposed – hurrah!) and a handful of pencil drawings of Totoro. It didn’t take long for me to become hooked and soon I was taking pictures again and learning from other photographers. That summer I bought my first digital camera, and I haven’t looked back since.

As of this moment I have been taking on small commercial jobs, doing commission work and creating a portfolio that I will take to local galleries in early 2005. I have started to sell prints both online and offline, and I have started to think of photography as a serious profession down the road. Perhaps it will be as a photojournalist, perhaps as a researcher – maybe simply as an artist trying to capture the beauty around me. In the course of just over a year photography has become my one true passion – I can’t put the camera down, and I can’t stop flipping through books, magazine articles, collections etc. It truly is addictive, and it changes the way I view the world around me.

I owe this tremendous change in my life to all of you. Since the very beginning you guys have been incredibly supportive, and incredibly inspirational. The amount of constructive feedback that I have received is overwhelming to say the very least. The other rich aspect of this community is the ability to see what others see – I have enjoyed viewing your work since joining – there have been some very moving / thought provoking / gorgeous imagery produced. This artistic community is a blessing for those starting out as an artist, or for those who simply want to share or observe work.

I don’t want this community experience to end anytime soon – I hope to remain an active member of the site and play as much of a part in your lives as you have played in mine. Sometimes I do get busy with school etc, but don’t ever feel that I’m ignoring you! Leave a message; kick me from time to time (even a slap to the face will do). I say this from time to time, but I’ll say it again here – if you ever want feedback on your work just let me know – I really don’t mind stopping by to comment / offer input! It is always nice to see what other people are using their imagination and creativity to produce.

Regardless of what your background is, I hope that you find the time over the next couple of weeks to relax and sneak away from the hectic pace of life - enjoy the company of family & friends! All the best to you in 2005

Cheers,
Evan

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xxxemotionalkid [2004-07-21 02:18:27 +0000 UTC]

Thanks darlin'

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devilicious [2004-07-14 15:07:47 +0000 UTC]

thank you for your encouragement of me and my work

and your webcam is gorgeous

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HeatherRivera [2004-06-30 23:58:50 +0000 UTC]

Thank for the comment and fav.

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barns [2004-06-28 06:35:08 +0000 UTC]

thanks Jill for your on jewel ! it's really HIGHLY appreciated!

have a nice day barns

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arumdamour [2004-06-15 00:18:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much Jill for the fav on 'Silent Paradise'

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hermsty [2004-06-08 13:13:09 +0000 UTC]

Hi there. Thanks a lot for the fav
Really means a lot

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aquapell [2004-06-06 10:35:43 +0000 UTC]

thank you Jill for the fave on [link]

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marushinu [2004-06-04 12:39:35 +0000 UTC]

Heyy! Nice photos in your gallery! I really like macros. I have a photo (or more than one? ) of a dragonfly too.

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xtuv [2004-06-04 12:27:02 +0000 UTC]

Nice gallery! I like your dragonfly pics, and the other macro's.. great work, keep it up

Ever thought of buying closeup lenses for your G5? If you dont have them already.. so you can get closer focus, and you wont have to crop anymore.

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lexidh [2004-06-01 18:21:21 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for another fav

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Davidesilva [2004-06-01 15:38:04 +0000 UTC]

You have amazing photos in your gallery...

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Visit my gallery...

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lexidh [2004-06-01 15:36:49 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the fav

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fulcanelli [2004-06-01 12:32:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the favorite on "Observed?" I do appreciate you showcasing it on your user page, and am glad you like it.

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wil-zan [2004-06-01 09:05:09 +0000 UTC]

nice gallery of macros good job, keep it up!!

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glowing [2004-06-01 01:40:49 +0000 UTC]

~watch

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silentdark [2004-06-01 00:48:28 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the +fav.

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fulcanelli [2004-05-31 22:36:01 +0000 UTC]

You have quite an impressive gallery! Nice work.

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KittiesGoShoot [2004-05-31 20:50:18 +0000 UTC]

you're most welcome and thank you so much for your comments, favourites and the devwatch I really appreciate it. thank you

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tigertial8888 [2004-05-31 16:39:15 +0000 UTC]

hey dude i love you gallery very original you really have a set style

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ashlite [2004-05-30 04:19:04 +0000 UTC]

You have an absolutly stunning gallery!!! How you got such great insect pictures, I'll probably never understand! lol Keep up the great work!!

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foureyes [2004-05-29 13:43:46 +0000 UTC]

very nice gallery !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


bernie

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froggegirl [2004-05-29 12:21:49 +0000 UTC]

Dude, i like you work, Keep up the good work

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ssasanqua [2004-05-28 11:23:54 +0000 UTC]

Hi! Thanks a lot for your comment and for the on Camille! many kisses!!!! ....ohhh, wonderful macro in your gallery!

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Grandgousier [2004-05-28 00:58:53 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome. You are one very gifted photographer. Oh and I might have a bias because I just love insects.

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AcidBurn116 [2004-05-27 17:46:46 +0000 UTC]

wow, i love ur rose pics..i only wish i had smell-o-puter...lol jk

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zerocomplex [2004-05-27 13:12:10 +0000 UTC]

thank you

used a 400mm lense to grab it, wanted a wide view but also wanted to see the boat.

glad you like it

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smartmonkeee [2004-05-25 21:55:24 +0000 UTC]

thank you for stopping by my page. i really enjoyed looking at your gallery... you have a wonderful eye for shots.

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lordceleborn [2004-05-23 21:39:34 +0000 UTC]

I love the way you use colors. Excellent choices in your whole gallery. my congrats.

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Eldwin [2004-05-23 08:48:18 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the watch

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nokomis [2004-05-22 09:41:16 +0000 UTC]

Hi Jill.. I used your stock (The bridge) at this pic once upon a time I'd be honoured if you stopped by and told me what you think of it

Loads of love!
:heart;

- teski, sweden

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5yearcheddar [2004-05-21 21:50:59 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much for the comment and fav!

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tfprince [2004-05-20 08:41:10 +0000 UTC]

hello,

thanks for your comment and the

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tangledweb [2004-05-20 03:34:08 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Jill!

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tsudeki [2004-05-19 02:52:41 +0000 UTC]

I love your webcam ^_^ ^_^

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kinderschar [2004-05-18 15:28:24 +0000 UTC]

Hey
thanks a lot for the nice comment and the fav on 'Alone In The Mountains'

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apinrise [2004-05-17 19:06:46 +0000 UTC]

you've got an amazing gallery. for sure.

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5yearcheddar [2004-05-15 02:32:29 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the comments and the fav on my macros!

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closedeyevisuals [2004-05-13 12:57:03 +0000 UTC]

No problem

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-seek- [2004-05-13 02:55:12 +0000 UTC]

hey, no prob... keep 'em coming.

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Thrillho76 [2004-05-11 19:36:30 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! You got some awesome stuff in your gallery.

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catepower [2004-05-11 00:35:44 +0000 UTC]

thanks hugely for your comment and fav!

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5yearcheddar [2004-05-10 22:47:00 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much for the comments and the watch!

Cool gallery. Watchin back.

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zerocomplex [2004-05-10 09:49:15 +0000 UTC]

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