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 (29)
Georges_H_Hoens
they are also one of the first spider specie of the spring. I've shoot one yesterday but not that good. Great shot my friend! Have a good evening, G.
jared99
Excellent shot, and very interesting info. Amazingly structured social behavior.
busi2ness
Awfully interesting! An excellent macro shot of a very interesting subject.
TwoPynts
Most excellent photo and info. I'm going to make my wife a BIG dinner tonight...
vlaaitje
thanks my dear friend...I asked you for some more bug shots.....nice you post this one....razorsharp.....
Zacko
Naaaasty! But also very impressive...your shot that is. Well done Sir. #:O)
Hopalong
Insects with courtship and dowries? How about divorce and custody proceedings, or legacy hunters? Do they have organized religions and warring states too? Surely you defame the insect kingdom....
squirrel2005
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!! I*m so happy it's just a photo and NOT on my screen:)) Fantastic macro!
Valentin
Perfection of the nature and perfect shot!!!
kimariehere
excellent mcro of this spider you even knew its name oh how impressive i enjoyed reading about it too although wouldnt want its gift lol!!.... fantastic capture !!
Margana
So that's why my husband bought me a car!LOL!Fabulous macro,Danny.And thanks for the info.Fascinating stuff.-M :^)
Cosme..D..Churruca
Awesome detail Danny, a marvelous pic !
1010
Ok, that's a little to close for comfort for me.... Quick, squish it! lol Excellent macro........
GiveMe
ANother fantastic shot. The sharpness and details in all your photos are amazing. Tks :^)
soulofharmony
excellent macro.. the females a deadly creature of any species..winks..!!!!.. be warned joke !!! genial... macro as always dan..!!!.
Richardphotos
someone posted one of these guys before with a 2-3x lense that showed the eyes up close. amazing the detail of such small creatures. superb macro
kansas
Great photo detail. Interesting info. I'm not a spider lover, so the photo is close enough for me.
glennn23
OH GREAT! I was just sitting down to my salad and then I see this image of a spider in yours! Thanks alot! LOL - seriously, this is an awesome shot with wonderful detail in that fella. Have good evening! +++
RodolfoCiminelli
Fantastic and impressive macro my friend....!!! Have a great detail.....!!! V
SophiaDeer
Beautiful!! A very unique looking spider.
nongo
Facinating!!!!!! and a very cool shot!!!!!!!
Valerie-Ducom
Very good picture. An amazing composition. Real quality!!! Good day and kiss my friend ;)
Blush
Beautiful hon and I love that vibrant bright green leaf he is on as well... I have surgery June 21st not been feeling well at all please keep me in your thoughts and prayers some days not able to get on the computer.. Love this... Exceptional quality as well Vote n hugs Susan~
tmathise
Magnificent work Danny! Fascinating commentary too! My hat's off to you, for your excellent research and photographic skill and effort! Have a most excellent day my friend!
jcv2
Beautiful capture, love to see this part of the realm of animals, species with its own distinct way of living! Gorgeous work, Danny!
GiMi53
Excellent macro ! I like the way the spider is standing out on the green leave ! Thanks also, Dan, for the interesting notes ! :~)
SNAKEY
Excellent spidy
borsy
Excellent!! Happy belated Birthday!!
iaacf
I do not think I ever saw this spider. What a beautiful creature.. and photo..