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 (74)
bugatti
congrats granpa ...
Hawk23
Nice shot Grandpa :-) You thought your son grew up fast your going to believe our quick this little blighter will grow. Congratulations to all concerned and I hope Mum and Grandma are doing Ok!
Mondwin
Very sweetly shot...Complian's!!!!!!!!!Bravissimo!V:DDD.Hugsxx
promiselamb
congrats Danny putting myself in your shoes would make me cry to see that. because of you they are both part of this world and looks like you have done a great job. and now your son gets to pass on all you have ever taught him. I cant wait to see the little ones art gallery when he gets older :-)
jeroni
excelete captura
Littlejock
Congratulations for continue your family. They look excellent and lovely colours on face. I wish you the best happiness. Hugs
carlx
Congrats Danny grandpa!!! Excellent and very lovely capture!!!
toddaking
Congrats... Todd
BorisB
Best congratulations, a gorgeous scene full of life!!
Ionel
Congratulations, Danny! I would be proud of them too!!! :)
beachzz
Welcome to the world, little boy!! And isn't it amazing that our little boys grow up to be such awesome men!! Fotos like this are always just full of life and love!!
Richardphotos
both are chips off the old block as people say here in the USA.very handsome duo. there was a baby born I think yesterday that weighed in at 17 pounds.can you imagine the poor mother giving birth?
spm91g
Fantastic my friend and congrats to Grandfather and to your son!!
mhyrdin
It's always a great moment ! All my best wishes to the young George and his family !
1010
Oh so handsome, I see you count your blessings!
kenwas
Congrats to all and especial the new Grandpa! T'is a fine world,no?
RodolfoCiminelli
Congratulations grandfather.....!!!! Excellent photo.....!!!!
SoulSearcherr
I adore this...such a beautiful boy..and handsome daddy..he looks so proud...what a precious moment..and big congrats granddaddy..S..
gunsan
Congrats Grandpa!! You must be so proud, and this photo show so much love, beautiful!!
mojo1917
congratulations, those are some fine looking boys, i'm sure you're very proud. best regards.
aquablue
You're a happy grandpa !!! Nice photo
Hendesse
What a beautiful shot. Congratulations on your Grandson. The Father looks very proud. Really a lovely capture.
jedink
Grats mate. Many years of joy to follow,,,,
Valentin
Congratulations, really an excellent and moving image!!!
Blitzz-Licht
congrats, you really can be proud (-:
glennn23
Congrats!
elmurray
Congratulations Danny. You have a very proud and handsome son and a beautiful grandson, George (my grandad's name!). May I wish you and your family many happy times with this "bundle of fun" who, I am sure will give you all sleepless nights, but oodles of pleasure! Eileen xx
MrsLubner
It is so amazing. Our babies grow up and have babies... it doesn't seem possible. Your son is a very handsome man and I can see a strong light of love and responsibility in his eyes. This grandson of yours is blushed with the energy of a full life. With two strong and devoted men such as yourself and your son, this child will grow to be an amazing man who will then mature and have babies who, again, will pass the torch.
FantastArt
Congratulations! What a beautiful little boy!
rainbows
Welcome to the world, darling George. Congratulation Grampa Danny. A wonderful shot of two very good looking boys!!! Take after you, Danny.. Hugs for all of your family at this special time in your lives. Di.