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.
ÂÂ
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
http://www.renderosity.com/news.php?viewStory=13527 Here you can find my personal website: DIGITALARTZONE Contact me: E-Mail Artwork for sale: My work Tips and tricks: Nature and wildlife Photography Tips and tricks: Bird Photography
Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.
This site uses cookies to deliver the best experience. Our own cookies make user accounts and other features possible. Third-party cookies are used to display relevant ads and to analyze how Renderosity is used. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Terms of Service, including our Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
Comments (42)
stuart83
I really like your POV on this shot, great capture Merry Christmas to you & your family Stuart
Brog28
Great image, Interesting red hill on the left. Nice history lesson thx. Great shot :) Merry Christmas RENDEROSITY
romanceworks
It is a fierce and fascinating place. Nature and the spirit of people show us that all things are possible. Warm wishes for a very happy holiday. CC
kansas
Oh how I would love to go there. Wonderful photo. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your loved ones. Thanks for all the marvelous photos you have shared this year.
watchman2005
Excellent scene! I remember the episode well listening to the rescue on my H.F radio, very dramatic.
gunsan
Such a positive photo with your words, even if it looks so dramatic. Wish you a great Christmas, preferably one with butties in your hair :-) or maybe a little glitter would do.
newleaf
Seasons Greetings Danny.
oscilis
That certainly gives a real sense of the sea's power. Happy Christmas to you.
BorisB
Amazing scene with marvelous depth! I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too!! All the best for 2007 :-)
Onslow
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you and yours :)
ironsoul
A very beautiful part of England. Happy Christmas and New Year to you as well :)
CavalierLady
Cornwall? Then you've probably seen the ruins of Tintagel... lucky you! Best of luck to your 'cymbrogi' rebuilding their community. This scenery is lovely. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Biffowitz
Wonderful scene, and some interesting info to go with it. A Merry Christmas to you and your family!!!
marybelgium
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR ! beautiful country !
MedTran39
Beautiful! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
RodolfoCiminelli
Excellent shot my friend...!!! Merry Christmas to you & family too...!!!
SNAKEY
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR ! beautiful country ! love it mate. :O))
mermaid
Excellent shot of this wild landscape, Danny, and a Merry Christmas to you and your family!
rainbows
Suerb capture of this powerful sea Danny. I am glad people are rebuiling after the terrible devastaion. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas. Hugs. Diane.
Loloe
Wow!!! superb!!! I love this landscape!!! Thank you Danny and Happy Holidays to you too!!!
TerraDreamer
Wonderful photograph and story, Danny! May you and yours enjoy a terrific holiday season!
1010
As peaceful as the sea can be is also how frightening it can be also. Excellent shot and Merry Christmas!
RobyHermida
That beautiful place go to fish!!! the sea is restless... like me a lot!!! Roby :O)
Ionel
A beautiful and dramatic scene! Merry Christmas to you and your family! :)
vlaaitje
wonderful words..and such a impressive image..love it...all the best to you and yours
KiwiMiss
A very dramatic scene! A very merry Christmas and New Year to you and yours :D
Littlejock
Excellent POV and light.. Great pic.. I wish you a very special Christmas day.. Hugs. Luis
Sekadhar
Brautiful and wild sea! All is impressive! Wish you all the best, once again!*****!
sharky_
A worth while place to preserve. Beautiful. Aloha
Hendesse
What and impressive and dramatic shot. Outstanding POV and mood. Superb!! Merry Christmas to you too!!