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 (33)
skoeter
Great gesture!! great image 2!!
tallpindo
A touch which does not startle. Your image emerges from the profiteers blackness.
Tommy3D
You are a beautiful person, my friend. This image says it all.
borsy
Fantastic artwork, Danny!!! An excellent concept, beautifully composed and heartfelt image that evokes emotion in us all!!!
Jay7347
Art from the soul is soulfully art. Well done, and may they feel comfort from this. -jay
j-art
oh danny - a great gift to both - they really need some support at the moment - no words would fit better to the situation - now to the immage itself - oh my god, you know i love all your work - but - this is your best - like rick said that evokes emotion in us all - this my friend - this is real ART - thanks for posting
ruudbrouwer
The heart of Ilona is like sunshine which welcomes you on a rainy day...very nice picture! rudeboy
patmartj
True friendship is the greatest gift one can give, well done my friend
gunsan
I am sure this friendly hand will bring comfort to Meli and Ilona, it is such a beautiful image showing the worth of friendship
SoulEatar
Small miricles always bring joy - All you need to do is look - There is more than a image here ! :)
che18530
Danny...this is so wonderful. It has great depth and shows the depth of feeling you have for your friends, Meli and Ilona. When things are sad, it really does lift the hearts of your friends to see the expression of your heart!...Cheryl
SophiaDeer
What a beautiful work!! I am sorry Ilona and Meli are sad...here is a big hug for both of them!
groush2
Comfort in the guise of Beautiful Art ...touching and heart fell humanism...Well Done My Friend...and Well Said !!!!!!
Imaginationart
In the deepest moments of despair start the birth of the greatest joy for we can only appreciate joy if we 've seen the other side. Great work.
Masema
Beautiful image Danny...groush2 said it best...hugs to Ilona and Meli :)
Akinom
You really have a big heart, Dany! The picture speaks for itself... very touching... sad but with a warm feel to it. It will lift their hearts. Hugs to Ilona and Meli :)... Dan, it's good to have guys like you on the show!
Niutek
Wonderfully done, Danny. Hugs and good vibes to them both!
qmont
Danny, I really had to look at this over and over, as words were hard to come by, it is truly sad when friends hurt, and we can only pray that they are healed and the rays of sunshine return to their lives.Your gift to them is truly outstanding and thoughtful, and you my friend are a wonderful human being. My prayers and hugs go out to both of them..................John
ascrazy
Oh Danny, Absolutely wonderful artimage! Thank you my friend!!
PapaGuru
Tender gesture, we need comfort.... Hope all goes well with them in the future!
RodolfoCiminelli
Stupendous work Daniel....!! the illumination plays a very important paper in this scene...!! since it reinforces the climate and he gives him a great visual impact....!!
cynlee
such a beautiful & kind gesture... a collective reservoir of good vibes... group hug :]
madame
A very beautiful creation which expresses so well the comfort in the difficult moments of the life. It is very strong and full of emotion. Wonderfully done, Danny !
linkinpark
Beautiful and very touching work...I love the expression!
estevez
Very beautiful composition and excellent colors ! Imege very expressive ! Congratulations !
gallimel
the shining gesture of care warmens my heart in my tragic time of loss. I also wanna send my deepest sympathies to Ilona, cos is she feels as I feel today, she will need all support. Thank you for your tender thought. It means a lot.
Doublecrash
Just wonderful, sad and full of hope at the same time.
snakemove
this is pure friendship
driverman
friendship is just like the sun.......pure and warm
Henrik_K
a lovely and touching tribute and a fantastic piece of art