My deviant name comes from a phrase in an essay by JRRTolkien regarding sub-creation:
"We make in our measure and in our derivative mode, because we are made: and not only made, but made in the image and likeness of a Maker." (On Fairy Stories)
I believe that "[t]he true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection." (Michaelangelo) Thus I have always admired realism. I have come to enjoy more abstract works of art for their creative qualities that may better reflect true sub-creation, rather than mere imitation. I hope my art will reflect this view a little better someday.
Current Residence: North Carolina, USA
Favourite genre of music: Classic Rock, Classical.
Favourite photographer: Ansel Adams
Favourite style of art: Realism, Impressionism.
Favourite cartoon character: Eduardo from Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends or Linus from Peanuts.
Favourite Visual Artist
Degás
Favourite Movies
Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean.
Favourite Bands / Musical Artists
Deathcab for Cutie, Coldplay.
Favourite Writers
JRRTolkien, CS Lewis, Jane Austen.
Favourite Games
Scrabble, Mario Party, Euchre.
Tools of the Trade
Graphite, Colored Pencil, Watercolors
Other Interests
Jesus, science, horses, backpacking, coffee, history, the Midwest and art.