Dean Mastern

I am a Visual Artist and Storyteller.

I enjoy experimenting with new concepts, ideas and techniques. This is reflected in my continually evolving artwork style.

I use a combination of photography, a variety of 3D graphic programs, and fractal art, combined in Photoshop to create unique and colorful art. Here is a rough layout of the procedure:

Photography

My main digital photography is done with my Nikon DSLR. I don't have anything against the others, but Nikon just works better for me and my type of work, plus I have a lot invested in the Nikon system.

3D Modeling

For 3D modeling, character creation and rendering, I use several different programs, but primarily DAZ 3D Studio, Bryce 3D for landscapes, and Blender for 3D objects.

Post Production Processing

After I choose the photographs or 3D render for the background, I bring everything into Photoshop as layers for the final assembly.
Then I begin the “Convergence” process using Photoshop as my base program and using many plug-ins and special techniques to create the finished Digital Convergence Art piece. I like vibrant colors so I spend a lot of time adjusting the saturation, vibrance, contrast and curves in Photoshop to get just the look I want.

Other Artwork

Recently, I have started to create art from artifacts and objects found during my travels and explorations. I am offering these to people that want to be part of the adventure. Some of these pieces are wearable art, such as arrowhead necklaces. Other pieces may be formed into sculptured or desktop/tabletop art, or larger works for framing.