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 (37)
Mahliqa
Lisa, this is totally amazing. I am stunned. Thanks very much for sharing this with us.
Sinamin
One thing I know I can be sure of, Lisa...that each time I view an image to which your name is attached, I am going to see something uniquely artistic, beautifully creative that makes me want more! Amazing, Lisa...simply amazing!
MGSkaggs
WOW! Excellent detail, love your composition, blends so well!
LadyJaiven
Lisa, this is just stellar, I love how it all literally flows together :) It's gorgeous :)
Angeldust
Excellent...!!! :)
starmkr
I great how the coat and the sky go together as if they are one.
SkoolDaze
i am speechless... i can only tell you that i love how this feels when i view it... beautiful imagery...
Spiritbro77
Excellent! Very cool image, I love the colors.
DreamstoGo
pretty pretty!!
Osirusblue
Wow, this is such a sublime image. I love how everything seems to blend together but still remain seperate. Awesome work!
KimberlyC
wow...this is amazing lisa...beautiful! :P
d_authority
wow! an amazing piece of work!
jaydiva
a very imaginative picture, i love everything about it especially your posing of the hands : )
Diandra
Simply stunning! Moody and sensual. Always inspiring. ~Di
Tina2001
Beautiful, big idea
rockets
What a fantastic imagination you have! This is simply stunning...excellent work! :-)
sirkrite
Ecellent work! :D
Xena
This is truly stunning!
mada
That is lovely. Would look gorgeous as a poster sized print on my wall :)
pipepuller
Love it. Fantasy with a lusty blend. Well done.
Destiny
OMG this is just amazing!!!! It looks like it should be the cover on a book!!!
Oldrogue
I agree with deleeuw, this belongs poster sized and framed on the wall where all can see it.
gg77
A Masterwork!
SnowSultan
What a great idea this is! Truly one of the most original images I've seen around here.
XSashaX
Mmmmmmmmm.......Lovely!
Char
This is very beautiful! Zodiac queen :)
Taura Noxx
I love that, really beautiful
Lisas_Botanicals
Thank you all very much for your wonderful comments! :) It makes me very happy that you've enjoyed my work on this image. :) ~Lisa
Mock
Hay stop that your making the rest of us look bad! But seriously this looks stunning, from the look in her eyes (man those eyes), to the blend of the robe to the background, to the wisps of hair framing her face all stunning. Finally whatever pain your friend is having I hope they find the grace to bear it. Take care.
elfboi
The Queen of the Night, Lady of the Stars, Goddess of the Heavens! Very beautiful indeed.