Goddess of Winter

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ArtbyMelSun, Dec 29, 2024
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She brings the magic of winter to life.
This one was a lot of fun to make, created and rendered in Vue and Daz Studio. The background was created in Vue for this image using an atmosphere I had made for snowy scenes. I also made an HDR file in Vue with the setting for environmental lighting. I added a light rig and manipulated it for the correct colors and positioning of the sun coming through the snow clouds above. The snow was added inside Daz as well as a volumetric cube for added depth and overall feel. I added the bloom in Photoshop because I don't like how it can often distort things in the image when it's added inside Daz Studio.
Good luck everyone!!
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CosmicEnvisionsMon, Nov 18, 2024
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Wonderfull Goddess of Winter. Gives you a warm elegant chilly vibe, filled with life.
The red bird was a nice touch.
Cool that you made the background in vue, I haven't tried that before. Always nice to have more backgrounds
Nice work Mel
The red bird was a nice touch.
Cool that you made the background in vue, I haven't tried that before. Always nice to have more backgrounds

Nice work Mel
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ArtbyMel
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Mon, Nov 18, 2024Thanks so much! I've often made backgrounds in Vue, mostly because I knew exactly what I wanted. And I made my own lighting as well. I'm working on being able to do that in DS now.
A good combination of artistic elements here. You did a fine job of not overpowering her with too much sunlight, while maintaining the reflection on her bright silver dress and face well balanced. I enjoyed the soft glows around her eyes, which complemented her makeup nicely, resulting in a great work.

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Mon, Nov 18, 2024Thank you. She was a bit of a challenge to be sure. But I'm happy with the way she turned out.
In this image I LOVE how you a spot of red while the rest is this winter wonderland. You create amazing things!
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This is so lovely, Mel. It would make for a lovely holiday card. 

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ArtbyMel
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Wed, Nov 27, 2024Thank you!! I already have them for this year, but next year, I think this will be it.
Wow! Sensual, and elegant scene. The subtlies between cold and soft warmth are amazing. Beautiful piece, kudos.
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Beautiful work! We had our first snowfall in Ohio a few days ago, and a cardinal was in the tree outside my window. This reminds me of that. Again, beautiful work!
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Sun, Dec 01, 2024Thank you very much. We have not really had any snow yet. Soon, I hope!
Very Nice composition., the Cardinal's seems to be communicating with her. Excellent lighting on her face , that really sells the look for me. well done!
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