imogene [2006-08-21 03:18:34 +0000 UTC]

Thank you

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Nikolaj [2006-08-16 20:03:39 +0000 UTC]

thanks for the fav!

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darthhorus [2006-04-12 00:45:03 +0000 UTC]

Found you in my nearby deviants list.

Though you are listed at the very end at a whopping 99.8 km from me.

heh.

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imogene [2006-01-14 14:53:57 +0000 UTC]

Thank you Good to see you back!

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londonxpress [2004-12-21 02:37:06 +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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leandrotlz [2004-12-13 08:26:56 +0000 UTC]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS, SEMAJ33!!!



"At Xmas play and make good cheer; for Xmas comes but once a year!"

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Ariellis [2004-08-18 20:24:16 +0000 UTC]

Hello random deviant!
I have stumbled upon your userpage on a deviant stroll around the site. ^.^
Here to give your some and a

I hope you have a wonderful day.

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mygeneration [2004-08-01 04:57:40 +0000 UTC]

Saw your "Creation" on the Christians page and wanted to drop by...How very incredible the dreams that He has placed within you and I pray that they will grow and mature and fall right in line with what He has for you!

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ListeningSoul [2004-07-26 07:47:19 +0000 UTC]

I like your style, not to mention your faith.

God Bless

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variouselmts [2004-07-15 11:40:55 +0000 UTC]

hej

thanks for watching & comment
i dont know what do you mean with template?

i used a photo as a copy
and yes its done in illustrator

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denyed [2004-06-25 16:39:34 +0000 UTC]

if you ever return you are more than welcome to come to a new forum I have started, a bit more pure than this place.
[link]

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imogene [2004-06-10 03:28:37 +0000 UTC]

Hey james, just stopping by to see how you're doing. Hope all is well. Take care.





Cheers,
Lani

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moonfruit186 [2004-05-20 02:28:39 +0000 UTC]

your gallery is the best ibe seen a long time. beautiful work

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boli [2004-05-18 12:03:49 +0000 UTC]

hey there

thanks a lot for adding me to your devwatch . i'm flattered you think i'm worth watching!

i'm reading every comment, and try to answer every question... i appreciate it very much when you take time to look at my pictures or even comment 'em! thanks again...

later...

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Eon-Echoes [2004-05-17 17:54:30 +0000 UTC]

Hey, I'm starting an Anti-Bush/War Mosiac with my friend ~art-geeks , and was wondering if you'd be interested in added your photo.. Everyone is welcome (that is against Bush's presidency or the war, that is), and we'd like to get as many as possible, so we would appreciate your help in getting our voices heard.

You can find out a lot more information about this in my journal. You can leave a comment anywhere or note me if you want to participate, thank you!

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xxdisciplexx [2004-04-26 16:53:29 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot for the comment on Gladiator [link] I appreciate it. God bless!

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blassed [2004-04-16 22:57:57 +0000 UTC]

Hi James!
Thank u very very much for ur so kind comment!

Hehe, ya... im not really good in 3dsm, i have to learn very much, but i could make a screenshot and explain some things to u.

Cya,
Blassed

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slayers-raynna [2004-04-16 12:03:43 +0000 UTC]

hei christian how are you? checkout some of my new things i velkommen you

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blindgorgon [2004-04-15 04:26:38 +0000 UTC]

so sorry to hear about the death in the soon-to-be family. it's never easy. it's very true though, how it makes you realize what's important. these last couple of days have been like that for me... we've been putting on a week of prayer for our school, and being the wild musician i am (rolls eyes) i've been super busy with practices and everything. on top of that i'm in charge of a group for 1st serve (our contemporary church service) on saturday, so between all this music stuff and catching up from being so behind in school, i've been BIZZY! tonight i just took about an hour and led a song service... eyes closed the whole time, not sure if it was more restful than sleep itself, but it was really rejouvenating. it's such a necessity to have God's peace in the midst of the storm. my prayers will be with you in this tough time, and thanks for your wonderful insights.
-kevin

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livingindarkness [2004-04-07 23:46:23 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for adding me to your but after looking at your page I am a bit curious as to why you have an interest in my art.

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astasia [2004-04-06 23:22:09 +0000 UTC]

Okay, I find it pathetic that you felt you needed to add me and *Cortiko to your friend's list because we're atheists. You didn't comment on any of our work, etc. So it's pretty clear that you're trying to be all selfless and helpful to those who you think are in need of "god" and all that bullshit, judging by your mindless babbling in your journal and your obviously godly titles deviations. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate it when people decide to watch me; but not in this case. You don't give a shit about my art, you want to try and "reach" me. Not gonna happen. So please do me and *Cortiko a favor and take us off your friends list... unless you plan on making productive comments on our art. Thanks.

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rain1man [2004-04-06 19:44:37 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for commenting and for the fav

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blassed [2004-04-06 19:15:46 +0000 UTC]

Thank u very much for the
U have some really nice works in ur gallery!
Keep it up bud!

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thedreamghost [2004-04-06 17:26:14 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the suprising +watch

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Eon-Echoes [2004-04-06 14:40:44 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for adding me to you list!!

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Cortiko [2004-04-06 11:56:56 +0000 UTC]

thanks for the devwatch..umm..hmmmm

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orangebutt [2004-04-06 11:14:45 +0000 UTC]

thank you very much for the devwatch, i'm glad you enjoyed my work that much and its deeply appreciated of course

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tryingtothink [2004-04-06 09:09:43 +0000 UTC]

thank u so much 4 the stalk

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fromdmouth [2004-04-06 07:27:48 +0000 UTC]

thanks for watching me!

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blindgorgon [2004-04-06 06:48:30 +0000 UTC]

thanks for the friendslist + buddy
i'm really proud of the way you express your faith even on da
God has definitely blessed your art and interactions here
peace!

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shade13 [2004-04-06 06:20:34 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the watch. I appreciate it.
I unfortunately wont have anything up for a while, no access to my tools currently.
But I'll be sure to change that in a month or so.

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MojoBrown [2004-04-06 05:27:24 +0000 UTC]

Welcome to dA and thanks for the add
i'll add you as well!

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gennetix [2004-04-06 05:22:18 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the devwatch!

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sisandbro [2004-04-06 05:03:21 +0000 UTC]

thank you much for adding me to your Friend's list!

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Jahac [2004-04-06 03:44:56 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for the DevWatch!

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siri [2004-04-01 10:18:17 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for watching

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redandblack666 [2004-03-26 22:32:19 +0000 UTC]

thanks for adding me to your watch! how'd you find out about me?

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redandblack666 [2004-03-26 22:32:17 +0000 UTC]

thanks for adding me to your watch! how'd you find out about me?

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felneymike [2004-03-26 16:04:27 +0000 UTC]

Why the hell did you add ME to your friends list? are you taking the piss or something? knob.

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alenadementeva [2004-03-26 15:01:19 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much for the deviant watch! Im honored. ^____________^

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alenadementeva [2004-03-26 15:01:06 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much for the deviant watch! Im honored. ^____________^

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MurfQ [2004-03-26 14:13:09 +0000 UTC]

Thanx for the devwatch and especially for the comment on my journal. It really meant a lot to me.

Bless God,
Cindy

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johndeerpilot [2004-03-26 05:53:36 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much for adding me

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acidicpyxie [2004-03-26 05:15:57 +0000 UTC]

hi there James thanks so much for the comment, devwatch and the I really appreciate that very much

you take care and have a wonderful weekend!!

_belinda

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MurfQ [2004-03-25 21:32:19 +0000 UTC]

Great gallery you've got here. I shall be watching you from now on.

Carpe diem!

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heartstaken [2004-03-25 18:43:46 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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