I'm a retired clerical-bookkeeper now living in the country (North Western Washington State). My loves are nature, photography, art, gardening and the simple things in life. I live with hubby and two furkids (Kya the Malamute and Teddy the Newf/Shepherd). Due to a disability that affect my hands, I turned to Paint Shop Pro X to edit my photography into better pictures and transform some into original artwork. I especially enjoy digital design. I am a plug-in junky and love using Flaming Pear and Topaz among several.
I am pleased to be part of this wonderful flickr community so I may share some of my better and fun images. But most of all, I love being wow-ed by all the fantastic work I see from all of you. I see so many incredible art and nature captures and wish I had time to leave a comment for all. Sadly it is hard to keep up. I do my best with a selected 3 dozen or so. The rest I hope to find as I often comment through the groups where I post my own. Please note: I may love your work, but no longer can keep up my comments with you if you do not visit me regularly. flickr is too time consuming, I hope folks, you will understand.

I have made TMI "The Modern Impressionist" group my second home. I share top adm. duties with foxje51. Together we include all types of photography and art (just keep it family friendly and make it your best). Please check out:
www.flickr.com/groups/impressionists/
I hope to see you there :-)
The Modern Impressionists: Images from Reality and Imagination. Get yours at bighugelabs.com/flickr

I am president of the Kreative People group.
www.flickr.com/groups/1752359@N21/ Recently started as a public version for K-Play group. This group is no longer active, but still has tons of awesome art to see at:
www.flickr.com/groups/kaleidoscope_players/
Kreative People is also for making art from member source pictures, but now allows any art made from picture transformations.
Kreative People: DigiArt Gallery. Get yours at bighugelabs.com

And I am president of MIRROR MADE. A group to gather all those fun surprise faces and bodies that come out of using transforming software. Come join and share your faces at:
www.flickr.com/groups/1162335@N20/
:::MIRROR MADE:::  surprise Faces from transformation flips. Get yours at bighugelabs.com

Many of my pictures look great on black screen. Please click on the picture and be patient as flickr takes a bit of time to show on their dark grey background. But the wait is worth it.

I also help out in these groups
If You Like Paintings
www.flickr.com/groups/1348962@N21/
a place to show off your skills in digital painting techniques.

Xspherics
www.flickr.com/groups/spherics
Where globes and round things are the focus

PLEASE NOTE: I do not appreciate collectors. If you favorite many of my works without any comments or make me a contact and I go to your stream to find you have nothing to share- you WILL be blocked!

NOTE: DO NOT USE ANY OF MY PHOTOGRAPHY OR ARTWORK in any way WITHOUT MY PERMISSION

I enjoy sharing and hope my work brings you a smile :-)

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    Simply Shar♥n says:

    "What can I say about Renee? I love her work. She is always coming up with something new and beautiful. I appreciate the fact that she is a faithful commenter (I could learn from her), and in her comments she is always "smiling" :)
    Renee has also been a great help to me in my first admin position with the Flaming Pear group ( www.flickr.com/gr... ).

    Thanks, Renee, for all you do!

    Simply Shar♥n"

    11th April, 2011

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    gailpiland says:

    "Oh Renee,
    Your a teacher, friend, sister, and artist that I look up to and admire.
    I could go on and on about your qualities but so many people have seen them and commented I can just say ditto to all of them. Thank you for your kind guidance and help in all things. I so enjoy your work and humor and loyalty. You are a Flickr Force for all of us! Thank you!
    Gail"

    1st May, 2010

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    PLUM.....a Spoo and a Weim says:

    "Renee....Renee...What a creative mind you have.
    You can see the ordinary and process it into the extraordinary
    If we could all see the world through your eyes what a beautiful place this would be. The world we would see would be colorful, fanciful, imaginative and vivid.

    You have been more than a friend to me......you have been a teacher in many ways. I know I can always come to you and you are there with encouragement, suggestions and always the right answer. Whenever I get stuck on something your are there to assist me.

    Your photo stream is a delight to behold. I can learn something new every day by looking at your images and think, "I can do that." Of course, for me, it's always trial and error, but you are always there to be called upon for assistance.

    And for all the above, I thank you."

    17th October, 2009

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    Wendilove says:

    "Creative inspiration :) What else can I stay...take a minute and prepare to be awestruck! Love this photostream

    Hugs--Wendilove"

    23rd April, 2009

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    artyfishal44 says:

    "When i first came across Irene's art i was blown away with her unique style and use of nature and colours and it is still the same to-day.In each image she imparts some "skagitrenee" magic.Her work is joyous and uplifting and quite often humorous and always helps me see the world in a better way.
    Besides being a talented and gifted artist she is also one of the kindest people i have come across here on flickr.
    thank-you Irene..............."

    29th January, 2009

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    dubonnet says:

    "Sweet Renee!

    So nice to find another kindred spirit here! You love art, design and color! I love your originality and compositions!! Your nature shots are excellent! You shine, girl! A Flickr treasure!

    Thanks for being a great Flickr friend. You do a great job for TMI group too, which is one of my favs! Thank you!

    Looking forward to seeing more of your work!

    Hugs,
    Sharon"

    2nd August, 2008

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    Spherical Me says:

    "What can I say about Irene....she's a great Flickr friend, so willing and eager to learn new things. Her talent grows all the time, and she's not afraid to use color and shape to make her images pop right out of the screen at you! Her work is varied, and always interesting. She will tease you with fantasy and blow you away with reality. You're a delight, my friend, and I value your friendship here on Flickr."

    23rd July, 2008

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    DoodleDancer says:

    "!W(*)(*)W!
    Irene's stream flows through my heart and eyes...
    Her balance of nature and digital art is astounding!
    The kindest and most thoughtful contact ... a keeper.
    Her quest to render beautiful images is a passion, I share, and feel very lucky to have her visit my stream...
    ...a compliment cherished!
    David - rootzz4her ;~)"

    10th July, 2008

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    Michel Mintaka says:

    "Renee's photographic art is refreshingly original. She has a big talent for composition, and this is quite evident in her terrific creative visions. With a deep love of nature plus a love of digital manipulations, she often creates exquisite captures of nature, as well as very creative and often sci-fi like fantasy art. I am so very proud of her wonderful art, and feel very blessed that she is also my darling sister!"

    30th April, 2008

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    Terriyakisays.... says:

    "This woman is a TRUE gift to us all here on Flickr! Her talent goes way beyond her photography and spills over into digital art world! Very inspiring indeed!
    Terri"

    9th April, 2008

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    joshcalebwray says:

    "Well, here is one. I've just recently connected with her work and I am thunderstruck by every piece she creates...I am inspired by singularly excellent and unique work like hers. I am so looking forward to seeing more, though it's hard to see how she could possibly push the envelope any further..but I am sure she will. Creativity like hers is a major testimonial to me that God is real and in the business of creating minds like hers just for the sheer enjoyment of beauty!!!!"

    1st February, 2008

Name:
Irene [AKA Renee]
Joined:
October 2007
Hometown:
Paris, France
Currently:
Western Washington State, USA
I am:
Female and Taken
Occupation:
dog mom, gardner, artist