http://search.deviantart.com/?q=by:nanilli&section=today deviantART RSS for by:nanilli en-us Copyright 2009, deviantART.com Fri, 11 Dec 2009 02:31:28 PST deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://s.deviantart.com/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/11112778/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/11112778/ Tue, 19 Dec 2006 04:47:40 PST
]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/8252303/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/8252303/ Fri, 24 Mar 2006 04:22:49 PST Today is my husband and my 8th wedding anniversary! We're heading back off to Chincoteague Island for some relaxation. I'm going to bring back some new pictures. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/8044412/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/8044412/ Thu, 02 Mar 2006 07:28:53 PST
I'm going to talk with someone over at MCI (Medical Careers Institute) about becoming a registered nurse. Pretty exciting I think. I won't be giving up my art though. I have dedicated so much of my life to art, so there is no question about that. I just may not have as much time to work on it when school starts.

Perhaps this is the start of something good!

Don't forget to visit ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/7351330/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/7351330/ Mon, 19 Dec 2005 04:13:30 PST I'm old to some and young to others... hehe

Being 26 isn't so bad.

-----

Be sure to check out , it's the art group I belong to! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/7272536/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/7272536/ Sat, 10 Dec 2005 09:41:57 PST


Click on over there and check it out! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5436904/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5436904/ Mon, 23 May 2005 09:02:09 PDT

The festival went very well and here are some pictures from the trip!



My lovely daughter, Hayley, smiling for the camera.





My best friend, Stephanie, helps her son with some artwork. The arts and crafts for the kids was free! And you can see my daughter again, she is working delicatly on her flower. They got to draw a picture, then use glue with a paintbrush to paint the picture, then used colored sand to pour on it and make it pretty!



I couldn't believe it, when I looked over and saw Princes Leia! Had to get the kids to take a picture with her and the sand? creature. I remember seeing those guys before, just don't remember what they are called. (I want her light sabre)





The first picture here is Stephanie getting her henna tattoo. Yes, this too was FREE! This was so much fun. Mine is shown in the second picture, I had this done on both hands. It looks great and should last 2-3 weeks.



Both Stephanie and I fell in love with this duo. I believe the price was set at $2k. I wish I had money to buy it... but alas.. I do not. Unfortunatly in the busy gallery I forgot to get the name of the artist. *cries* It was a woman and she and her daughter do paintings (that's all I know).





These are also part of their works. Quick snapshots. I wanted to have at least some pictures of the paintings there. Seems most of my attention was on the kids and making sure they didn't touch anything lol.

-------------------

That's it kiddo's!! Hope you like the pictures, I really enjoyed my visit to Halizo and hope to go next year!

~Nanilli~ ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5427608/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5427608/ Sun, 22 May 2005 08:26:57 PDT

I'm feeling a little tired today. Maybe it has something to do with me staying up until 2am last night. My daughter even got to stay up a little longer last night than she usually does and she woke up just as early as normal. All I wanted was to get to sleep in... oh well.

I spent my yesterday cleaning house, hoping to get out to the art's festival. Unfortunatly, I had more to do that I thought. So, because I was able to finish it yesterday, I am going to the festival today. That is, if I can manage to stay awake long enough.

-------------------

Well, I am off to go visit [link] and talk to some of the artists! They are having an arts and crafts festival today in Norfolk, Virginia. If you're in the area you should go check them out and support your local arts and crafters!

~Nanilli~ ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5419089/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/5419089/ Sat, 21 May 2005 08:25:54 PDT
... that people comment differently on the artwork they see lately. They don't make constructive critiques to help their fellow artists like they used to. I received several comments to improve my artwork when I first joined DA. Now, all I get is a "wow I really like that" response (not that I don't like that type of response), and if someone doesn't like what I have made, they usually don't comment on it at all (which is also fine). However, I am not just referring to my own work, but the work of everyone here on DA. I am sure there are some people out there who are making good critique comments still, but I rarely see them anymore.

I have seen some good critiques, and some down-right bad ones. Perhaps it's just that people don't know how to critique without seeming to be rude. First off, if the artist has it set to recieve advanced-critique comments, then you have permission to tell the artist what you see as 'off' in their artwork. Just keep in mind these things:

1. Point out something that you like about the artwork first. Talk about why you like it. It's not really fair to just jump into a post with the negative aspects of their artwork. You don't want to appear as though you're only out to make them look bad.

2. Tell the artist what you believe to be wrong or out of place and (this is important) how to correct it. Do not just say, "Oh the eyes look strange to me." and leave it at that. Get descriptive, "Your eyes look good, but they would look better if you made the pupils a little bigger. It would make your figure appear more alive."

3. Add in the rest of the things you like about the artwork and why you like them. If you think they did a good job, let them know!

You need to think of critiquing from both sides. Read over your post before submitting it! Is this what you would be happy with reading if it were directed to you or would you feel offended by reading it? What could you change or add to make it more helpful and friendly rather than just simply a post pointing out mistakes?

The main reason for critiques is to learn. It is good for the artist to have critiques on their own art so they know what to improve on in later pieces, but it is also good for the critiquer. By looking at the artwork endepth, you are training your eye to notice the proportions, color, composition, and other aspects of artwork.. all things that will help you on your own art! If you're unsure how to get your thoughts across about someone else's art, don't forget you can always grab a book for help. There are so many books out there on art, I am sure you can find something to help you get your thoughts across.. and I'll bet you will learn a few new things on the way too.

Well, I am off to go visit [link] and talk to some of the artists! They are having an arts and crafts festival today and tomorrow in Norfolk, Virginia. If you're in the area you should go check them out and support your local arts and crafters!

~Nanilli~ ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/2197261/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/2197261/ Sun, 11 Apr 2004 04:03:31 PDT [link] If you use any of my stock photos please let me know! I will favorite them on my stock account. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1641549/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1641549/ Wed, 07 Jan 2004 03:09:03 PST
33 Things about me.


01. I don't watch much TV these days.
02. I love Mushrooms
03. I love playing video games
04. People are cool.
05. I like anime
06. I have changed a lot mentally over the last year
07. I like baths
08. I have a lot to learn.
09. I'm smart (sometimes).
10. I've never broken any bones in my body.
11. I have a secret.
12. I hardly ever go to bed before midnight
13. I am not a morning person
14. I have potential.
15. I can ramble on about absolutely nothing.
16. I love classical music
17. I can tap dance (clogging)
18. I spend too much time on the computer
19. I love being "ab-normal"
20. I'm very random
21. BANANAS!
22. I love to exercise.
23. I love to write
24. I love Chinese food
25. My hair is long, brown, and incredibly curly
26. I hate nail polish
27. I am online a lot.
28. I like debating
29. I'm too nice for my own good.
30. I have intuition.
31. I wanted to be a super hero when I was little.
32. I like listening to wind chimes
33. I am very lazy. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1555623/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1555623/ Fri, 19 Dec 2003 07:41:20 PST YAY! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1075614/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/1075614/ Sun, 17 Aug 2003 19:56:28 PDT
"When I looked at other people's artwork, I thought "How can they make such beautiful art?" I wanted to create art just like they do. But that's not what art is about.

In fact the worst thing you can do is say to yourself, "I want to be just like somebody else." You have to absorb knowledge from someone else, but ultimately you have to find your own voice."

And I find myself doing what I said not to do. Saying to myself I want to be just like someone else. Here I am reminded that I need to find my own voice. For once, I am taking my own advice.

Stop trying to impress others, do what makes you feel good. Be yourself. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/350456/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/350456/ Mon, 18 Nov 2002 09:35:58 PST

[link] ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/231643/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/231643/ Wed, 14 Aug 2002 17:15:26 PDT

[link] ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/231232/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/231232/ Wed, 14 Aug 2002 11:11:28 PDT

[link] ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/220683/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/220683/ Tue, 06 Aug 2002 08:18:30 PDT
In fact the worst thing you can do is say to yourself, "I want to be just like somebody else." You have to absorb knowledge from someone else, but ultimately you have to find your own voice. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/218717/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/218717/ Sun, 04 Aug 2002 20:14:03 PDT if my work is so blurry all of the time, maybe instead of you just saying it's blurry you could teach me how to make it not blurry. So, if anyone has any techniques to help me learn to make my artwork more clear, please send me a message telling me how. Because until someone let's me in on the secret.... I can't help it! Thanks! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/212948/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/212948/ Wed, 31 Jul 2002 10:52:20 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/212928/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/212928/ Wed, 31 Jul 2002 10:41:34 PDT ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211868/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211868/ Tue, 30 Jul 2002 12:04:50 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211866/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211866/ Tue, 30 Jul 2002 12:03:10 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211012/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211012/ Mon, 29 Jul 2002 20:09:01 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211011/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/211011/ Mon, 29 Jul 2002 20:08:40 PDT hehe ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/204709/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/204709/ Wed, 24 Jul 2002 09:00:38 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/201716/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/201716/ Sun, 21 Jul 2002 21:25:01 PDT Having a great night, hope you are too! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/196961/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/196961/ Wed, 17 Jul 2002 11:27:50 PDT I'll try to make more renders similar to that. Thanks for visiting! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/195010/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/195010/ Mon, 15 Jul 2002 16:04:36 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/194472/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/194472/ Sun, 14 Jul 2002 21:29:21 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/191329/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/191329/ Thu, 11 Jul 2002 22:02:27 PDT Made me so happy to be able to work on something again. Time out from web design for a moment. When I get to do something for myself, that's when I am truely happy. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/188425/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/188425/ Tue, 09 Jul 2002 11:38:05 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/186700/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/186700/ Sun, 07 Jul 2002 21:21:25 PDT I hope yours went well too. Thanks for visiting! ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/184009/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/184009/ Fri, 05 Jul 2002 06:53:32 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/183029/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/183029/ Thu, 04 Jul 2002 08:16:38 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/182070/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/182070/ Wed, 03 Jul 2002 08:54:15 PDT and here is sit inside... well, I had my fair share of the sun yesterday, no need to go back out in it so soon lol. I just added my Banshee, she is quite different than my other artwork but I was thinking I needed to have this change. I needed a more evil sided graphic added. It's funny, once I start these pictures I never know how they will turn out until I am finished. It's all a big surprise! I love it! hehe Thanks for coming to view my work. ]]> ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/181136/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/181136/ Tue, 02 Jul 2002 09:58:43 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/180956/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/180956/ Tue, 02 Jul 2002 05:00:48 PDT ~nanilli http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/179957/ http://nanilli.deviantart.com/journal/179957/ Mon, 01 Jul 2002 09:43:06 PDT ~nanilli