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Nenette Santos
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Artist // Hobbyist // Traditional Art
  • Jan 28
  • United States
  • Deviant for 12 years
  • She / Her
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My Bio
Current Residence: SF Bay Area, CA
Favourite genre of music: whatever I am in the mood for
Favourite photographer: Anne Liebovitz
Favourite style of art: renaissance, impressionist
MP3 player of choice: Ipod/iphone

Favourite Visual Artist
impressionist & post impressionists
Favourite Movies
Silence of the Lambs
Favourite Bands / Musical Artists
Lady Gaga & Antebellum
Favourite Games
sudoku
Other Interests
arts and music

Hobby to career

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Drawing and painting has always been a hobby since I was a little kid.  Although I never had any formal training, I just keep on doing it because it makes me happy.  And each time that I draw a portrait I strive to do better than the last one.  Likewise, looking at the amazing works of fellow deviants makes me try other things and experiment. Now, I am on a threshold, thinking of making this a career rather than just a hobby.  Any advice from those who are making a living out of drawing/painting will be greatly appreciated.  I always wanted to make a living out of what I have born to do. Please follow me also at facebook ArtWorksbyNet
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I specialize in bust style portraits using colored pencils or charcoal. All of my subjects depicts only the head and shoulder. I am a self-taught artist, I never had any formal training at all.  I started drawing and painting since I can hold a pencil between my tiny fingers. I joined art competitions in school and won most of them. I started doing portraits of my favorite celebrities when I was in high school. If I am bored while sitting in a classroom I will sketch my teacher or anyone else in the room that I fancy. I wanted to pursue fine arts as a career but parents discouraged me. About 5 years ago, I decided to start drawing again. I
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Happy Birthday!:cake::party:
Thank you so much for remembering.  You are sweet and thoughtful
You're welcome, Nenette! Hope you had a great day!:)
Oh More Prints Please! I have no words to say how much I like ur stuff. I am a great fan of your design. I would share a new lovely song to you in return. [link]
thanks for your wonderful comments. I am humbled by it.