First I would like to say that each of the artists nominated this
month, as well as every other month, are just incredible, To be
nominated along with such amazing artists is such an honor in and
of itself. (Renderosity: Who is Morris?) My name is Jennifer
Rachelle Morris St. Aubin. I am 29, happily married, and I call
Colorado my home. I am basically a full time housewife, (though my
husband teases me that I am really barely part time), a freelance
Graphic Artist, and I am also a writer. I had my first novel
published, and have a contract for 2 more, as e-books, soon going
to InstaBook (paperback) format. Here comes a shameless plug :-)
You can read about my novel at the following URL
http://www.thebookden.com/vampyre.html. (Renderosity: How long have
you have you been rendering?) Well I finally got my first real
computer about 2 years ago now and as soon as I actually learned to
turn the thing on, I was hooked. I have had Bryce 4 for about a
year, I think. (I just recently upgraded to Bryce 5) And played
around a little with that. I received Poser 4 as well as Photoshop
6 this year for my birthday, which was at the end of January. So I
guess I have been really rendering for about 8 months now.
(Renderosity: What are you currently working on?) Well, besides
always trying to improve and learn new techniques and features
within the software I use, I have a few projects in the works. I
have partnered with DGlidden and I am finding it such an honor to
work with him to create textures for his beautiful props. I have
learned so much about texturing and as I learn more, I only hope my
textures will be able to do his models justice. Our first package
to be released will be a set of headpieces for Daz3Ds Victoria and
Michael models. I also have the honor of working with Helen on a
joint venture for her next project and again I have to say what a
privilege it is to work with such a talented artist. I still
continue, and very much enjoy, beta testing the wonderful
textures/characters/models by some of the most talented artists
around :-) In between these projects I still have my freelance work
for clients that keeps me quite busy and to top it off I am still
writing and I have three novels that are going through their final
drafts before I can call them complete. (Renderosity: What software
do you use and why?) I use Corel Photo-paint 9 & 10, Adobe
Photoshop 6, Bryce 4 & 5, and Poser 4 for most of the images I
create. Corel is really my favorite for post work and for creating
textures. But you still cant discount the amazing power of
Photoshop as well, both programs together are quite a powerhouse to
work with. I use Corel Draw 9 and Adobe Illustrator 9 for logo
design and most of my client work. I use FrontPage 2000,
Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash 5 for web design. (Renderosity:
Why do you like 3D art?) I have always been intrigued by art in
general. In high school and college I studied art history and I
have always been fascinated by the stories that art can tell about
a civilization and its culture. When I started fiddling with art
on the computer, my intrigue turned into a passion and I havent
been able to stop. 3D art can tell a story from so many
perspectives and for me, it opens up a whole new world of
creativity and endless possibilities. As technology increases,
really the sky is the limit on how far 3D art will be able to
capture and enthrall the viewer and the artist. (Renderosity: What
inspires you?) I am inspired by so many things; to begin with I
guess I am inspired by the people around me. I love to study their
body language, their expressions, and their personal style. I am
also inspired by the relationships I have with those that I am
close to. I am inspired by their art and/or their heart and spirit.
I am also inspired by the textures/characters/models that I work
with. And last but definitely not least by the amazing jaw dropping
artwork here at Renderosity, and the constant desire to explore and
learn new techniques (Renderosity: How has this online community
(Renderosity) enhanced your work, relationships, and learning? What
I love so much about this community is the friendship that I have
made! I cherish each one of them. I also find the atmosphere in
general so enriching in every way. You have a question - There is
someone with an answer. You need some inspiration - and bam its
right there staring you in the face. You need a friend to confide
in or to trust in - There is someone there for you. That is what
makes this a community, the members. Each member adds something to
the website, and breathes life into it. That is just what makes
this community such a special place to be a part of. In closing I
would like to say thank you to Ironbear, if it werent for him I
wouldnt be posting here. Sherman I cant thank you enough for
everything! I would also like to thank all my dear friends for
their support for their constant inspiration! You all know who you
are and I adore you all so much! I am so thrilled to have received
this honor and to be a part of such a fantastic community. Thank
you so much and sincerely, Jeni Morris's Gallery
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