Date Joined: 8 August 2002 Hello My name is Daniel O'Byrne, ÂÂ
The belief that a good photograph is the result of a good camera places the importance upon the equipment rather than upon the photographer. It emphasizes the machine rather than the man, the tool rather than the artist, the technology rather than the artistic intent. It is as if Monet had been told that the reason why his paintings were so beautiful was because he had such good paintbrushes. Or as if Paul Bocuse’s culinary excellence was explained away by his use of superlative pots and pans. Or again if Yo-Yo Ma had been informed that his Stradivarius was solely responsible for the stunning quality of his music.ÂÂ
One can be inspired and have an idea, be very creative in making this idea into a work of art, have developed the required level of craftsmanship, without the outcome of one’s efforts being motivated by the desire to follow a vision for one’s entire body of work. Vision is an overriding envelope that encompasses both inspiration and creativity. It is a blanket that covers the entire artist’s work, a blanket that often comes later in the life of an artist, after one has perfected one’s art and moved beyond the commonplace outcome that most artists have to go through. For this reason I placed vision as the third step of this process. I placed it there not because it comes necessarily at the end of the process but because in life it is often something that artists discover later on.
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Certainly, a master needs a masterful instrument, be it a camera, paintbrushes, pots and pans or a violin, as in my examples, or other tool, since this list can be expanded to include many other professions. But to say that the quality of the art is caused solely by the quality of the instrument is to miss the point altogether about the importance of the artist. It is missing the point about the human factor, about the man or the woman that actually made use of this instrument. After all, art is made by artists and not by tools. Tools are inanimate objects that need someone to set them in motion. And to set a tool in motion so that art is created through the use of this tool, an artist is needed.
I am now retired from working as a Mental Health professional having worked in the Royal Air Force and National Health Service, giving me more time to persue my photography and artwork. I am a Semi Professional Photoghrapher. Here you will find a collection of my photographs and a selection of Digital Art, Traditional Painting and Sketches that I have also used the digital medium to enhance. Please feel free to pass on any comments. My Camera Gear
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Comments (48)
erskogly
Ah - those specks are actually people... Those stacks are d**n huge! Impressive landscape to say the least. Excellent shot!
SophiaDeer
What a beautiful scene! Excellent!
Punaguy
Wow, such a beautiful beach area...looks a little sketchy getting down there but worth the walk...amazing catpure~ Aloha~
Akinom
A breathtaking view! Those rocks are fascinating! Gorgeous POV! Can almost feel the wind in my hair while standing there lost in thoughts and enjoying this marvel of nature! v****
MaydaMason
that gradient sky give a mysterious and surreal aspect to this superb and peaceful place! a top shot!
kenwas
Excellent locale and shot considering the weather conditions. Fine work as always.
tallpindo
One is never quite humbled by an unihabitable and non-arable place. The monstrosity is awesome and the temporary quiet of seeking pleasure in such alienation is rich. Going down to see who is on the beach has it's own perils for they may be caught up in their own activity and not even open to the sniff of a dog at their hand. If it is one's own land enough visits will release someone from their well.
Richardphotos
I was going to ask if it was people on the beach until I finished reading. I can imagine the size very well and I think the cloudy conditions adds character to your capture which excellent
pimbotin
I never thought we could get such a gorgeous result with a white sky... Bravo!
Georges_H_Hoens
What a beautiful place and what a beautiful shot. Would like to be there. Wish you a nice evening, G.
BorisB
Impressive landscape with strong atmosphere and nice depth!
addiek
That is some wicked coastline Dan. Any more of these? Awesome!
zatman
Superb Danny!! VOTE!!
Blush
Breathtaking view Different image from you thats for sure but stunning all the same Gets my Vote Have a nice vacation....and I agree what a wicked coastlinegrin I would love it there:) Vote n hugs Susan~
KiwiMiss
Wonderful capture! Those rock formations would be interesting to explore I feel. Love that sky!
logiloglu
wonderful nature impression . great atmosphere and light. excellent capture. top notch Danny #:O)
WonderfulCreation
Wonderful location and composition! Some sun might improve, but hey, it's great as is.
Synapse
Spectacular beach shot Danny, thanks for sharing!