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 (39)
nongo
How could you not love this sweet face, looking so intense!!! love the freckles too!!!!!
1010
I am so amazed at the clarity of this photo. You do have some of the most outstanding shots. It's just perfection. V
pimbotin
I've got two dogs... 2 reasons to understand clearly what you mean... And the shot gave me a smile. I love 'em all!
nathalie06
He is so cute Danny ! Wonderful and lovely little face ! It's always very difficult when we lose an animal, and they are really part of our families, each time. But to take another animal, dog, cat, snake, or each one (;o)))) isn't to substitute the friend we have loss. But it's another wonderful friendship who born... I often think looking the dog of some friends of mine, a big Rothweiller, sweet as a Teddy Bear, that the Love they give us is something really precious and incredible. No human could love us as an animal, without asking anything, pure Love ! And how could you resist when you see a so lovely little head Danny ???? Lol ! THis photography is a piece of tenderness, so neat and clear. I would like to take him in my arms when I look at him ! Wonderful portrait of a cute hunting dog ;o)))) OK then a Hug for you too my friend ! V
CarolSassy
What a cutie pie! Yes, it's been 5 years since we lost Shiner, and we still miss her. Fantastic pic! V (:
RodolfoCiminelli
Wonderful and very expressive portriat....!!! Splendid shot my friend.....!!! V
kenwas
What a fine shot!
CDBrugg
lovely mutt
jcv2
He he, when they're faithful they're fantastic friends yeah! :)
nhirschberger
He doesn't look very happy. To tell the truth, he looks sad. This one is born for hunting, it's in his brain and in his blood. Especially because I love those creatures I dont want one because I know I can't satisfy his needs. Excellent capture, though !
soulofharmony
aww hes beautiful.. gorgeous face.. l lost my baby jan 2005 trying exceptionally hard to live without one.. she was gorgeous died of ovarian cancer... dan this is a marvellous shot.. superb..:).:)
Valerie-Ducom
oh, very good capture and sublim presentation for your friend ;) i know this moment when your best animal friend died or lose.... excellent world and photo ;) kiss
SophiaDeer
Excellent work Dan! The softness is lovely. He is a beautiful dog!
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Laelia
Oh yes ! one of ours best friends !! I know that good feeling and shared real friendship with pets, particularly dogs !! They don't simulate, they are so true...they are parentals ...! Your pic is so touching !! GRRRREEEAATT !!! q:)
tommorules
Lovely shot Danny of a characterful creature, sorry to hear you lost your old friend. Pets do tug at the heart-strings don't they! If only they didn't do such a great job of mimicking human emotions - we'd never get so attached to them...
ModestyB
Absolytley Outstanding capture, Daniel!!!!!!
Punaguy
I can relate Danny, lost my dog last year...seeing this brings back many memories...Nicely captured! Aloha!
zaberc
J'adore !!!!
vlaaitje
I posted this shot a while ago on our website....I love this dog, he/she has such a tender expression......You know what i think about dogs....a dog faithful.....and honest...a best mate
glix70
WoW!!! So lovely cute face to this amazing close up dear friend!!! But I would like to see him and all animals free and not behind a jale!!! Excellent work!!! :)
Nath06
So cute this dog!!! And his look so impressive ... Bravo :)
pm_hackworth
You are making me miss my Molly! Sniff sniff!! Vote!!!
Kropot
Excellent doggie shot. There lovely companions. Ive got one, will always have one. There lifespan to short in our perspectif. But thtere excellent friends. Take one Dan, there is somewhere one waiting for a good boss and a warm home. Honest.
Richardphotos
I still missed dogs I had years ago. they become part of your life and it is hard to let go. this dog is a real beautiful dog and capture
kimariehere
awwwee heart wreanching poor baby needs some attention!!..i hope you went and petted him ... we used to have a springer like this named ginger back in 94 we had to give her up cause she was knocking down my babies... my heart ached .. this makes me wonder if she had a good life and tugs at my heart strings ...!! brilliant shot !
kansas
A handsome dog. Looks like he wants out of wherever he is.
suresh_krishna
What a gorgeous expression! This is a fine photograph. The 'Master's Voice' seems far away. I can almost see him cocking his ears to listen to it.
Blush
What a beautiful capture I think you need to get another dog you are obivously pining for one.......seeing this capture and your comments...... Beautiful sweetie Vote n hugs Susan~
cynlee
awwe.. wants out to play.. can't help but notice what a great fence too!